Columbia, MD

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Columbia
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Where to stay in Columbia

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Town Center

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

While visiting Town Center, you might make a stop by sights like Merriweather Post Pavilion and The Mall in Columbia.

Town Center
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Harper's Choice

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Nestled in northwest Columbia, this village boasts an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a pool in Hobbit's Glen. Enjoy the walking/biking trail connecting neighborhoods, or visit the Harper's Choice Village Center for shopping and dining.

Harper's Choice
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Long Reach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Reach and surrounding area, you can visit Blandair Regional Park and The Mall in Columbia.

Long Reach
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Guilford

Though Guilford might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hyper Kidz and Historic Savage Mill.

Guilford
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia
4 out of 5
5485 Twin Knolls Rd, Columbia, MD
The price is SAR 347 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 347
SAR 393 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great Quiet Place...Buffet very good."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
4 out of 5
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 446 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
SAR 446
SAR 504 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
"Fantastic stay. Great location. Dog friendly!"

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
Sonesta Select Columbia
Sonesta Select Columbia
3 out of 5
8910 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD
The price is SAR 341 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 341
SAR 386 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (957 reviews)
"The hotel was really nice, but I came for the pool with my son and friends for his birthday and half the small pool was being used for swim lessons. Also we found 3 stink bugs in our hotel room. I thought they had free continental breakfast but I guess I was wrong"

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

Sonesta Select Columbia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
4 out of 5
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
"Fantastic stay. Great location. Dog friendly!"

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
Reside NoMa, a Wyndham Residence
Reside NoMa, a Wyndham Residence
2.5 out of 5
1324 North Capitol Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (183 reviews)
"Property was fine, parking was hard."

Reviewed on 11 January 2025

Reside NoMa, a Wyndham Residence
Spectacular Penthouse at 39 west.
Spectacular Penthouse at 39 west.
4 out of 5
39 W Lexington St, Baltimore, MD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Oriole Park at Camden ...
Spectacular Penthouse at 39 west.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Columbia

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
181
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
195
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
50
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We were in the area during the covid 19 pandemic.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice area, and close to family in Laurel

5/5 - Excellent

PAW

I came to Elkridge to say my good byes to my Uncle and spent time with my cousin. But when i got to this hotel my room and the girl working that night well lets say i didn't want to leave. A mini apartment the room and the receptionist was the best

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friends enjoyed the time peaceful relaxing environment. Slepted well.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I love Columbia and think it’s a very nice quiet area. It has a Wholefoods market and a nice mall (Columbia mall) and the Wegmans is pretty nice

5/5 - Excellent

Dorarette

Wonderful area, plenty of shopping & dining options. I’m from WashDC, so somewhat familiar with surrounding areas, Was in Columbia to visit with an ill friend, not a vacation . .