In the heart of downtown, Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista offers a warm welcome with its on-site restaurant Park & Lady, serving up breakfast and dinner. Enjoy a 24-hour gym, dry cleaning/laundry services, and free in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and top-notch property condition.
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
University of South Carolina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Colonial Life Arena - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Township Auditorium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Williams Brice Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive
Columbia Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
Cola's Restaurant - 2 min walk
Republic Biergarten & Kitchen - 4 min walk
PT's 1109 - 4 min walk
LongHorn Steakhouse - 4 min walk
Mellow Mushroom - 3 min walk
About this property
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of South Carolina and Colonial Life Arena. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Park & Lady, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Also, Williams Brice Stadium and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden are within a short drive. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
144 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite valet parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
24-hour business center
5 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (1980 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2022
Television in common areas
Communal living room
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Park & Lady - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
2 percent destination fee will be charged
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Self parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
Cambria Hotel Columbia
Cambria Columbia The Vista
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Hotel
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Columbia
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Hotel Columbia
Frequently asked questions
Does Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per day. Valet parking costs USD 20.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista?
Yes, Park & Lady offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista like?
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista is in Downtown Columbia, a short 10-minute walk from University of South Carolina and 12 minutes' walk from Colonial Life Arena. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The on-site dining and nearby restaurants within walking distance offered great options for guests. (18 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and good, with some reviewers highlighting the attentive staff. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Clean room and great location
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Very clean and smells good.
Cedric
Cedric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Fran, in the breakfast room was just amazing.
Friendly and professional.
All staff people I encountered were extremely professional and friendly
Joyce
Joyce, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Excellent place to stay
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
One night stay!
Very nice place. Had everything you need with a good location. The Bar was well ran with good drinks and food option.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Wonderful staff, comfortable bed
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Excellent cleanliness
Miles
Miles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Excellent hotel all the way around!
April
April, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Friendliness of staff, Cleanliness of hotel, location to restaurants and college.
karen
karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Very clean, great shower, friendly bartender, good food.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
THE ABSOLUTE BEST HOTEL
This was by far the BEST hotel that I have ever stayed at. Coming from the State of Maryland I was unsure of how I would like the hotel! It well exceeded my expectations!! This will be where I stay whenever I come to South Carolina
Kisha
Kisha, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Love this place
Dione
Dione, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Loved our stay
robb
robb, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Great hotel!
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Moving
This was an absolute wonderful stay. It was so clean and nice. It was right in the middle of town which made it very nice
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
We only stayed for 1 night but very nice and clean! We will be staying here again.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Nice and clean and great staff
Lynnette
Lynnette, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Very nice place I’ll be back
Jackie
Jackie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Great location and beautiful and new hotel. I am
Glad I picked this hotel to stay.
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Very nice, convenient locatiin.
Virgil Allen
Virgil Allen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Modern updated rooms and friendly staff
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Super clean, room was very nice and modern.
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Lovely property. Will definitely stay again!
Kendria
Kendria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Property was great, rooms / bed very comfortable and very quiet, the personnel were very friendly, knowledgeable and extremely helpful, and it is located in an great area with several great restaurants within walking distance.