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Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to University of South Carolina

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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819 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪12 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
(60 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 513 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 513 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 513 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 513 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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)
  • 513 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Studio King Sb

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 6

King Suite With Shower-Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

Ada Ste Quen Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Ada King Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Ada King Room With Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Sofa Bed-High Floor

  • Sleeps 4

Hf Queen Sfbd

  • Sleeps 6

Room, 1 King Bed With Sofa Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Located in Downtown Columbia, Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Columbia Regional Visitors Center and Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. This 130-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Carolina State House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Carolina State Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hickory Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tsunami Sushi Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Art Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to University of South Carolina
Guests of Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 18.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LED TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Sofa beds, sitting areas, and refrigerators are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

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 18 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 18 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2,002 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 18.00 per day
  • Valet parking fee: USD 18.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Columbia, just steps from Columbia Regional Visitors Center, and within a 10-minute walk of South Carolina State House and Colonial Life Arena. You'll also find EdVenture Children's Museum and Koger Center for the Arts less than a mile away.

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

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 18.00 per day.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista feature a casino at the property?

No, Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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

Yes, Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

The closest major airport to Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 6.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista.

Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1020 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and super convenient. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montrel DePaul Laprince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alexus

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, breakfast was great, chrome cast on the tv in the room didn’t work- Netflix, YouTube, max streaming etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarik

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Temikia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes everything was nice & clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for a concert, loved the fact it was walking distance to the colonial center and in the middle of downtown. Customer service was welcoming and friendly as well!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Terrakya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It wasn’t the cleanest but I was barely in there so I didn’t complain. The staff were nice. I wouldn’t stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was not okay a decent place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bar was stocked and perfect. The breakfast bar was amazing and kids loved the pool and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adaeze

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leonia

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean and staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ivy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked this stay! Fyi- You have to pay for parking. I booked through expedia and did not know that. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was terrific. Would be a 5 star for the facility if one of the elevators were not out of service. I will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean and the rooms were good, however one elevator was broken the entire weekend so the wait for the one that wasn’t was very long.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Austin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No clear instructions where main entrance is or where parking is
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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