Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

4.0 star property

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A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.
An outdoor patio area with brick buildings, tables, chairs, and umbrellas.
A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bar area with a coffee machine, stools, and a menu board.
A traditional library with a fireplace, leather seating, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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1619 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Township Auditorium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

BRIDAL KING STUDIO SUITE

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

HORSESHOE KING STUDIO SUITE

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (Bridal King Junior Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite (Sir Big Spur King Jr Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Horseshoe King Jr Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and conference space. Housekeeping is available on request.
Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC offers 119 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of South Carolina. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the location
  • Steps from University of South Carolina and a 2-minute drive from Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 2200 square feet (204 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Columbia hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Trophy Room - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,200 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Inn USC Wyndham Garden
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Wyndham Columbia
Wyndham Garden Columbia
Wyndham USC
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Inn at USC Hotel Columbia
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Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1008 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great coffee and front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cozy and comfortable place close to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Indy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location! Friendly staff, very clean, smelled good, and loved the decor bright colors and roosters!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place! Clean and very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun decor and great location. Comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Cozy bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice to stay at The Graduate in any college town I visit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here whenever I need to visit USC. The location is great, it is quiet and staff is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and historic with so much character!! The rooms were nice and clean, and the staff were all very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed breakfast and location. Could walk to campus
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a cute and unique hotel. I will definitely stay here again! Great location by USC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved our stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated, very clean hotel. Wonderful staff and very convenient to campus.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel T

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location , price, staff, and bar/food was second to none! Outstanding place, I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a comfortable stay in this perfectly situated unique hotel! Loved the balcony and the themed common areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for traveling with pets! Great location for campus!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Perfect location. Great food. Fabulous staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and bright, felt simply southern. Bar was good and bartenders were great. Evening front desk staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Parking was convenient. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only in town one night to visit the campus. The hotel had a great vibe and was very well put together.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026