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Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of South Carolina

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Explore the area

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400 Gervais Street, Building 2, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, EdVenture Children's Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Columbia

At Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown you'll be within steps of South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum and EdVenture Children's Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Plus you'll find a 24-hour front desk. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Columbia hotel include University of South Carolina and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

What's nearby

  • EdVenture Children's Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Carolina State Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of South Carolina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 11 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bierkeller Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of South Carolina
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. For a fee, parking is available.
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 12 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Business services

  • Business centre

Policies

Special check-in instructions

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 75 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: USD 12 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown?

Yep, Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 12 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

How much does it cost to stay at Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown?

As of 26 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$174.90, 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 Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown serve breakfast?

Yep, free brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown?

No, Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 504 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronetta

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

BRYAN

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Noelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good breakfast. Utilitarian rooms and have to pay for parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was nice a staff was great. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was beautiful and a great location For a concert I was in town for! The breakfast was AWESOME! Hashbrowns, eggs, bacon, waffles are what I had but they had so much more!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spyros

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing so much to choose from I love it so much I’m going there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well kept, nice staff, great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was quick and everyone was very friendly and attentative. Rooms were spotless and comfortable. We will definitely be staying here next time we're in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire experience was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and friendly. Shouldn’t have to pay for parking if you stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Tru Hotel was awesome. I especially liked that there were no rugs in the rooms - it made it really clean and fresh
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Allen and Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Tru brand is not to my liking. Small rooms with no carpeting or closets or drawers with a tiny workspace. That said this property is well run and maintained. Parking fees are extra and charged by a third party.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025