The Lantern Hotel Columbia

From

$162

/ night

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From

$162

/ night

About this property

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and shopping on site.

Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Luggage Storage

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Location

1001 Senate St. Columbia, SC 29201., Downtown Columbia, Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America

University of South Carolina (0.2 miles)

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (0.3 miles)

South Carolina State House (0.3 miles)

African American History Monument (0.3 miles)

Town Theatre (0.4 miles)

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (0.4 miles)

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room details

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room details

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

Room details

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room details

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Tower

Room details

2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 6

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, Mobility Accessible, Terrace

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Guest reviews of The Lantern Hotel Columbia

9.8

Exceptional

Based on 212 verified reviews

Facilities

9.6

Cleanliness

Service

9.8

rhonda

2 weeks ago

Stayed 3 nights

The whole experience from checking in to checking out was positive. The staff was excellent, room was clean and the bedding made for a few comfortable nights away from home.

Francis

3 weeks ago

Stayed 1 night

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!

PATRICK

4 weeks ago

Stayed 1 night

Amazing place! Staff was super nicr

Heather

Sep 13, 2026

Stayed 1 night

Room was just ok for the price. Check in process was fine but could use some improvement. Car was parked using valet service but when we went to leave, we could not get our car for 45 minutes b/c there was no valet working per staff…. Come on, you gotta do better! Was looking forward to staying here b/c it was a renovated fire house but overall it fell short of expectations.

Thomas P

Aug 30, 2026

Stayed 1 night

We had a room in new building which was great; however, it has a skylight and sun was up at 6:45 AM ….. not good for sleep !!!

Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 04:00 to 12:00

Before 11:30

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Additional policies and info about this property.

Optional extras

Additional paid services you can request.

FAQs about The Lantern Hotel Columbia

Is parking available at the property?

Valet parking is available at the property for a fee of USD 30 per day. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered?

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 15.00 per person.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features elevators, step-free entrances, wheelchair-accessible facilities including the registration desk, public areas, and on-site restaurant. There are also visual alarms in hallways and assistive listening devices available.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Downtown Columbia, just a 1-minute drive from the University of South Carolina and 9 minutes from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. It is 6.5 miles from Fort Jackson and 12.5 miles from Lake Murray.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

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Prices for upcoming dates

October 2026

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14 $180	15 $157	16 $216	17 $172
18 $152	19 $150	20 $216	21 $260	22 $261	23 $643	24
25 $171	26 $162	27 $162	28 $186	29 $179	30 $162	31 $180

November 2026

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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.

Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $153	2 $159	3 $171	4 $171	5 $171	6	7
8 $153	9 $162	10 $162	11 $171	12 $171	13 $197	14 $173
15 $151	16 $162	17 $171	18 $169	19 $197	20	21
22 $150	23 $162	24 $159	25 $162	26 $162	27 $171	28 $153
29 $144	30