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Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near University of South Carolina

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a wooden reception desk, and a large wall art piece.
Exterior
A modern hotel lobby with a brick accent wall, a sofa with colorful cushions, a table with a lamp, and a reception desk in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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819 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Columbia

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

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of South Carolina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Carolina State House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Koger Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 14 min walk
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ruth's Chris Steak House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3-star hotel near University of South Carolina
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2002 square feet (186 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Columbia hotel.

  • 130 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2002 sq ft of conference space
  • 186 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista offers 130 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include sofa beds. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 20.00 per day
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation (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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

It is Hyatt’s practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown Hotel
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown Hotel Columbia
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Hotel Columbia
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Hotel
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Columbia
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
Hyatt Place Columbia The Vista
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Hotel
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Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Hotel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista to the airport?

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista is 6.9 mi (16-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 Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista on Jul 19, 2026 start from CA $156, excluding 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 Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista offer free breakfast?

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista have a pool?

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista features an indoor pool.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was conveniently located and staff was friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The third year we have stayed here on our way down to Florida. Great hotel, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janae

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was great & friendly, breakfast options were plentiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super easy and room was very clean. Was located in a great location for our event
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Clean and ver spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean rooms, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning staff were the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful, especially Emilia! Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Serita

Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel was ok good Location but staff was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome. Rooms are nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The rooms were comfortable, they were very clean and had very nice employees.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. Loved the bar and food. Great location for Gamecocks basketball games
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zachary Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to dining
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The address on goggle has the wrong street entrance, it’s confusing for people coming in out of town The staff was very nice and welcoming The lady that worked the kitchen on the morning of Tuesday the 31 of March was extremely pleasant and made breakfast a pleasure to eat, more hotels need a server like her who appears to love her job and the people she serves. Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all exceptional from check in, to advising where to go, and breakfast staff. Awesome visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super friendly, room was very spacious and clean, breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026