Find beach hotels in Columbia, SC

Known for its live music and university life, Columbia offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.

Comfort Suites Columbia at Harbison is a top 3-star hotel for a beach vacation, and features an indoor pool and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay near the beach include Best Western Plus Columbia North East and Columbia Northeast Hotel.

Choose from one of Expedia’s 18 hotels in Columbia for your beachside break.

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Columbia: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 50°F. Average annual precipitation for Columbia is 49 inches.

After checking into your accommodation of choice, you’ll probably want to venture out and explore. Experience the area’s live music and university life, and make time for local attractions like Fort Jackson and Columbia Museum of Art. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to South Carolina State House or Township Auditorium.

This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Columbia with ease. If you’re looking to fly to Columbia, the closest major airport is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), located 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from the city center. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Columbia Station.