When is the best time to go to Melrose Heights?

The best time to go to Melrose Heights is during the spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. During spring, the average temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for exploring the outdoor attractions. The gardens and parks, such as the Melrose Heights Botanical Garden, are in full bloom, offering a colourful backdrop for walks. This period is particularly good for couples looking for a romantic getaway, with opportunities for al fresco dining and strolls along the historic streets of the downtown area. Autumn also provides comfortable temperatures, typically between 18°C and 28°C, and the humidity is lower than in the summer months. The changing leaves create a picturesque setting, especially around the Melrose Riverwalk. Solo travellers will find this a great time to visit, as the milder weather is superb for cycling the dedicated paths or taking a relaxed boat tour on the river without the peak season crowds.

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10 Best Hotels in Melrose Heights, Columbia for 2026

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An outdoor patio area with brick walls, a covered seating area, and a fire pit.

1. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

The Vista, 3.8 km from Melrose Heights

Keith H.

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

6.9 km from Melrose Heights

Ken

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area with lights.

3. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

6 km from Melrose Heights

Leslie

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A rooftop lounge with a city view, including a prominent dome building, at sunset.

4. Moxy Columbia Downtown

Downtown Columbia, 3.1 km from Melrose Heights

mario

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a television.

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

The Vista, 3.5 km from Melrose Heights

Thomas

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

An outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

Downtown Columbia, 3.3 km from Melrose Heights

Tahara

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

6.1 km from Melrose Heights

Sunta

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden stools, and a curved seating arrangement.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 4.3 km from Melrose Heights

Diane

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a garage.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC

6 km from Melrose Heights

Quantisha

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, white sofas, and red umbrellas.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

Downtown Columbia, 2.5 km from Melrose Heights

melvina

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

An outdoor patio with a bar area, seating, and a grill station.

11. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 4.4 km from Melrose Heights

Jennifer

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "SCSM".

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

The Vista, 3.7 km from Melrose Heights

Karla

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a TV.

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 4.4 km from Melrose Heights

Brian

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

14. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

The Vista, 3.7 km from Melrose Heights

Cherrelle

CA $172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a glass table, a fire feature, and a stone wall.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/Southeast-Ft. Jackson

5.9 km from Melrose Heights

Devine

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A two-story brick house with a porch, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

University Hill, 2.4 km from Melrose Heights

Jeffrey

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

Arsenal Hill, 4.4 km from Melrose Heights

Shantell

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern room with large windows, a green armchair, a brown chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.

18. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

Downtown Columbia, 3.2 km from Melrose Heights

Desiree

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden bookshelf, a large wall clock, a fireplace, and a staircase.

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC

10.7 km from Melrose Heights

Jacqueline

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a variety of bottles.

20. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

The Vista, 3.7 km from Melrose Heights

Glenda

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

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Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 863 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,251 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,159 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 167 reviews	View

Where to stay in Melrose Heights

Find the best Melrose Heights areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Melrose Heights

Trinity Episcopal Church with a cemetery and a fence.

Downtown Columbia

Travelers come to Downtown Columbia for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like South Carolina State House and Columbia Museum of Art while you're in town.

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A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a well-lit street.

The Vista

The Vista is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colonial Life Arena or Koger Center for the Arts.

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Rosewood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rosewood and surrounding area, you can visit South Carolina Military Museum and South Carolina State Fairgrounds.

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A cityscape with a prominent historic building surrounded by modern skyscrapers.

Seven Oaks

Seven Oaks is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saluda Shoals Park and Three Rivers Greenway.

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St. Andrews

Travelers come to St. Andrews for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbison State Forest and BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 while you're in town.

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Top Melrose Heights Hotel Reviews

Hotel Trundle

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very hospitable and the hotel was located downtown close to local attractions."

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia Killian Road

10/10 Excellent

"I mean, it's exactly what I expected from a hotel. My only complaints is that, for the size of the room I stayed in, I wish the tv was, atleast, upgraded to a model of this year or last year, to 4K, and 55". That 49" 1080p tv is pretty outdated. Oh, and maybe, slightly better wifi. That's really it."

Hotels in Melrose Heights, Columbia

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1. Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District

2. Tru By Hilton Columbia Greystone

3. Springhill Suites by Marriott Columbia near Fort Jackson

4. Moxy Columbia Downtown

5. Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown The Vista

6. Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbia SE / Fort Jackson

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia, SC

10. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, SC

11. Tru By Hilton Columbia Downtown

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Columbia Downtown

14. Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/Southeast-Ft. Jackson

16. Graduate by Hilton Columbia SC

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown

18. Holiday Inn Columbia - Downtown by IHG

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Columbia Airport, SC

20. Aloft by Marriott Columbia Downtown

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