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Our top choices for Smith Lake Dam hotels

A spacious bar area with high tables and chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bar stocked with bottles.

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
4.0 star property
2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,681 reviews)
"Always the best place to stay"
United States
Troy
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the wall and a floor lamp.

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,984 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Krista
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
A lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

3. Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia

Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,274 reviews)
"Clean, staff was nice , breakfast was great"
United States
Zachary
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a blue ceiling.

4. Hampton Inn Columbia

Hampton Inn Columbia
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient location, always know the product consistency."
United States
Leonard
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton Inn Columbia
A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

5. Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG

Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG
2.5 star property
3 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (670 reviews)
"It was a wonderful experience, quiet and clean place."
United Kingdom
Tooba
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a clear entrance, a parking sign, and a sign indicating a parking-only area.

6. Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG

Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Smith Lake Dam
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was amazing !"
United States
Maya
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Staybridge Suites Columbia by IHG
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a brick facade, and a well-lit exterior.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG
2.5 star property
3 km from Smith Lake Dam
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"room clean, staff very friendly"
United States
JEFF
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Columbia Univ Area-Hwy 63 by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a wooden side table, and abstract artwork on the wall.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia
3.5 star property
3 km from Smith Lake Dam
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (461 reviews)
"The staff was so kind and the room was very large and clean. The breakfast included a lot of options and was really good!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia
A Holiday Inn hotel with a covered entrance and multiple floors.

9. Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Smith Lake Dam
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Easy on/off the interstate while traveling."
United States
Tracy
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, two plaid armchairs, and a white coffee table.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Smith Lake Dam
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (275 reviews)
"Clean and well kept. Didn’t eat breakfast but it looked good."
United States
Emily
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia
A hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large mirror.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Columbia

Ramada by Wyndham Columbia
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Smith Lake Dam
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and ready for check in. Easy access to Highway would stay again. Easy to finding parking."
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Columbia
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a television, and a fireplace.

12. Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70

Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Smith Lake Dam
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"really liked it will definitely go back"
United States
Jozey
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Columbia I-70
A modern lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, a staircase, and seating area.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane
2.0 star property
3.1 km from Smith Lake Dam
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was clean. Staff were helpful."
United States
Deanna
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia Clark Lane
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a central entrance.

14. Hotel Blu

Hotel Blu
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Smith Lake Dam
6.4 out of 10, (296 reviews)
"Nice rm for the price"
United States
Donna
The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hotel Blu
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a view, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a desk with a lamp.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East

Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East
2.0 star property
1.8 km from Smith Lake Dam
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was good enough for a basic stay overnight at a reasonable price."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Columbia East
A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a glass wall offering a view of the city.

16. Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard

Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Everything that matters in a hotel stay was excellent."
United States
Esther J.
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites Columbia Stadium Boulevard
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fire pit.

17. The Broadway Columbia - a DoubleTree by Hilton

The Broadway Columbia - a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Always top notch service, clean rooms, and roof bar is a blast."
United States
Lora
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
The Broadway Columbia - a DoubleTree by Hilton
A modern hotel building with a prominent Hilton logo, multiple floors, and a parking lot in front.

18. Tru By Hilton Columbia South

Tru By Hilton Columbia South
2.5 star property
5.6 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
danielle
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Tru By Hilton Columbia South
A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a grill.

19. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Smith Lake Dam
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (386 reviews)
"Excellent accommodations. Very pleased with the service and ataff"
United States
Barb
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia
A modern interior with round tables and chairs, a bar area, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

20. Best Western Plus Columbia Inn

Best Western Plus Columbia Inn
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Smith Lake Dam
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,449 reviews)
"Property was clean and just what we needed for a quick nights rest while traveling"
United States
Larry
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Columbia Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Smith Lake Dam

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious bar area with high tables and chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bar stocked with bottles.
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,681 reviews
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A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the wall and a floor lamp.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, MO
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,984 reviews
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A lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
Wingate by Wyndham - Columbia
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,274 reviews
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An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a blue ceiling.
Hampton Inn Columbia
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.
Candlewood Suites Columbia East by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
670 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Smith Lake Dam

A Holiday Inn hotel with a covered entrance and multiple floors.

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG
3.0 star property
Columbia
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005)
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG

Other attractions near Smith Lake Dam

Stephens Lake Park

You can learn about the history of Columbia when you stop by Stephens Lake Park. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Top Smith Lake Dam Hotel Reviews

A spacious bar area with high tables and chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bar stocked with bottles.
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
Columbia

10/10 Excellent

Could not find fault at this property .. apart from the fact I had to leave. Spend a little more and stay here, you will not regret it!
Australia
Paul
Reviewed July 30, 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is located in Columbia. Travellers like the surrounding area for its festivals, live music and theatre scene. You'll find 136 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Smith Lake Dam?

Holiday Inn Columbia East by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Smith Lake Dam. Other good options within a few miles include Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East and Hotel Blu.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Smith Lake Dam?

Expedia has 136 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Smith Lake Dam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Lake Dam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Smith Lake Dam.

What can I see and do near Smith Lake Dam?

Attractions like Columbia Art League and Museum of Art and Archaeology highlight the local culture. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Philips Lake, Liddell Dam and Eastport Park. If you've got some time to explore the area around Smith Lake Dam, you may want to make a stop by Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium, Mizzou Arena and Ragtag Cinema.