The Lantern Hotel Columbia

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The Lantern Hotel Columbia offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. After a workout at the fitness centre, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Williams Brice Stadium and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden are within a short drive.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Reception fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Water dispenser
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Satellite TV service
  • Premium bedding
  • Netflix
The current price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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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

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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 area

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1001 Senate St, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of South Carolina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Carolina State House - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Koger Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Halls Chophouse Columbia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ruth's Chris Steak House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lantern Hotel Columbia

  • The Lantern Hotel Columbia offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. After a workout at the fitness centre, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Williams Brice Stadium and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden are within a short drive.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 59 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • On-site valet parking (USD 30 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Shopping

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Fireplace at reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Fitness centre

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 86
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.00 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per day

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 30 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 30 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Lantern Hotel Columbia and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Lantern Hotel Columbia?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Lantern Hotel Columbia like?

The Lantern Hotel Columbia is a short 4-minute walk from University of South Carolina and 10 minutes' walk from Colonial Life Arena.

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Reviews

The Lantern Hotel Columbia Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered excellent food, great service, and a unique ambiance with fire pits and open garage doors. (23 reviews)
  • The 24/7 gym was a convenient and well-equipped amenity. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was described as excellent with a great selection and food that did not disappoint. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel! The staff were incredible; love the mission of the hotel! Great hotel bar with good food options. Great location. Couldn’t have picked a better spot!
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10/10 Exceptional

Hands down our favorite hotel in Columbia! Clean, beautiful, amazing staff & great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice bar, easy to get around campus, nice gym and very friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

An amazing stay. The employees were very helpful and kind, the hotel was so clean and very comfortable. Well-designed with luxurious amenities. Dinner at Ladder 13, in the hotel lobby, was delicious. We’ll be back next time we’re in Columbia.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stylish, convenient, great food on-site.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location , great service and best mattress !!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay! Great staff and location.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay and staff is incredible.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully maintained and overtly comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at The Lantern! We loved the aesthetic of this boutique hotel. Staff was excellent and location is perfect.
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is amazing. It is in a great location, the staff go above and beyond and our room was very clean. We highly recommend staying here and we will definitely book The Lantern for our next stay in Columbia.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this new hotel and the adjoining restaurant. Great area to walk around and enjoy the city. Hotel was really cool and staff were friendly and welcoming!
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel had the cutest vibe in the old firestation. We didn’t have a tv controller and the soap in the shower wouldn’t work, but other than that the stay was great, the bed was comfy, the hangout areas were awesome and the breakfast was yummy!
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful boutique hotel - a converted fire station. It was unique, clean, quiet, comfortable, and modern. I would definitely stay there again.
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8/10 Very good

Great spot!
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10/10 Exceptional

This was just a great overall experience. Location, lobby, bar, rooms…we have stayed at a bunch of hotels in Columbia and I would put this towards the top of your list of hotels in town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding hotel! Super nice staff, wonderful sleek design and lots of amenities (gym 24/7, water and coffee machines, mini fridge, restaurant and bar). Such a pleasant stay, we couldn't wish for anything better! We are travelling with a toddler and they had a nice place in the back to offload a car and you can then either do valet ($30) or do street parking (free 7pm-9am). Also walking distance to so many bars and restaurants!
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean rooms, good restaurant. This will be my go-to hotel in Columbia, SC
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8/10 Very good

Great space and room was super nice! I loved the lobby and evening vibe with fire pits on terrace. We also loved the workout center. Staff were very kind and welcoming. Great stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location downtown. We enjoyed both the restaurant and the bar both nights. The lobby was spacious and inviting, and the outdoor fire pits were awesome. We’ll stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hotel. I enjoyed the restaurant on site. The room was very comfortable. I loved the lights on the bed that lit up when you needed to use the restroom. The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend staying here.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff here was absolutely amazing, and the property itself was clean and inviting. However, the hallway lights in the tower stay on all night, and because the hallway windows don't have blinds, the hallway gets incredibly bright as soon as the sun comes up. It made it very difficult to sleep.
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10/10 Exceptional

We were in Columbia overnight for a graduation at Fort Jackson. The hotel was in a great spot-close to great food, bars, and the capital. Staff were exceptional. The in-hotel bar was lovely. Room was super clean and very comfortable. Wish we could have stayed longer. Will definitely stay again if we are ever back in town.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a brand new hotel with great amenities such as a Keurig outside your room in a shared corridor with many choices of coffee or tea, a water dispenser, and bags of ice. We slept amazingly well!! Will definitely be returning for another stay.