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The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near University of South Carolina

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A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a seating area with sofas and a TV.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a decorative partition, and a visible kitchen area.
A modern building with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor exercise equipment.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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1001 Senate St, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of a brick building through an open door.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a blue lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with a view of a building.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a blue throw blanket, and a headboard with a gold accent. There are two bedside tables, each with a lamp and a small object on top. Above the bed, there are three framed pictures on a shelf.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a small table.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two windows, a door, and a patterned carpet.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a brick wall, and a view of surrounding buildings.

Suite, Mobility Accessible, Terrace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a staircase, and a city view.

Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Tower

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Downtown Columbia stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia hotel, you'll find University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. Columbia Regional Visitors Center and Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • South Carolina State House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Koger Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 18 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Halls Chophouse Columbia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪PT's 1109 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

4-star hotel near University of South Carolina
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Lantern Hotel Columbia also features a fitness center, a fireplace in the lobby, and shopping on site. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Columbia hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lantern Hotel Columbia offers 59 accommodations with hair dryers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lantern Hotel Columbia to the airport?

The Lantern Hotel Columbia is 7.2 mi (19-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lantern Hotel Columbia on Oct 18, 2026 start from $196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Lantern Hotel Columbia have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lantern Hotel Columbia.

Does The Lantern Hotel Columbia offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lantern Hotel Columbia, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.

Does The Lantern Hotel Columbia have a pool?

The Lantern Hotel Columbia does not have a pool.

Does The Lantern Hotel Columbia have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lantern Hotel Columbia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lantern Hotel Columbia to downtown Columbia?

The Lantern Hotel Columbia is 0.4 mi away from Columbia.

The Lantern Hotel Columbia Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 212 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel. Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a great place to stay. My wife & I stayed for one night on the way to Charleston, and wish we could have stayed another. What a quaint & cozy hotel, with a great bar, a friendly staff/bar tender, and great food. The hotel is a refurbished fire station with a lot of memorabilia and nostalgic pictures. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was wonderful, the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stylish, convenient, great food on-site.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location and unique features.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay! Great staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The bar area was great, great staff! The hotel room was new and clean. Walkable to USC area which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location , great service and best mattress !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place to stay and staff is incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute and unique hotel in downtown Columbia. Loved the various coffee stations on the property. Hotel was clean, quiet and comfortable. All the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautifully maintained and overtly comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, and staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff. Restaurant was great! Beds quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay! We will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room , staff was on spot and location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great evening here!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Newly removated building and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay at The Lantern! We loved the aesthetic of this boutique hotel. Staff was excellent and location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property was very clean, and the staff were professional and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was nice, clean, well appointed and trendy. We enjoyed a comfortable stay and the lobby smells amazing! The staff was very nice and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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