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The Lantern Columbia

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to University of South Carolina

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Near University of South Carolina, The Lantern Columbia provides shopping on-site, a fireplace in reception and a bar. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Netflix
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
1001 Senate St, Columbia, SC, 29201

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of South Carolina - 5 min walk - 0.4 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 Station - 18 min walk
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cola's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Lantern Columbia

Hotel near University of South Carolina
At The Lantern Columbia, you can look forward to shopping on-site, a fireplace in reception and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • A lift, a TV in reception and a water dispenser
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 59 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and satellite channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 2 per cent destination fee will be charged.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lantern Columbia pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 8 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lantern Columbia on 22 Jan 2026 start from AU$254.93, 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.

How much is parking at The Lantern Columbia?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at The Lantern Columbia?

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

What time is check-out at The Lantern Columbia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lantern Columbia located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Columbia Regional Visitors Center and University of South Carolina. Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and South Carolina State House are also within 10 minutes. Columbia Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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