The Best Hotels To Book In Greenwood South Carolina

Home to Lander University, the Emerald City of Greenwood also boasts a number of attractions, from Revolution-era sites and illuminating museums to numerous golf courses. The South Carolina Festival of Flowers draws bigger crowds every year, while Lake Greenwood, northeast of the city, entices families with its beaches and playgrounds. Here is our pick of the best hotels in Greenwood, all bookable on Culture Trip.

Hampton Inn Greenwood, for easy access to attractions

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Outdoor pool area at Hampton Inn Greenwood, with two handrails and various seats

A quick 3mi (5km) drive from the Emerald Triangle cultural district, this is a handy choice for exploring the city and its surrounds. Lake Greenwood State Park is nearby and there are a dozen golf courses in the vicinity. Rooms are ample, with large beds and dark-wood headboards, plus a scattering of colorful furniture jazzing up the neutral palette. Relax by the outdoor pool at the end of the day, or head to one of the various fast food joints within walking distance.

Baymont by Wyndham Greenwood, for proximity to the Ninety Six National Historic Site

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Exterior of Baymont by Wyndham Greenwood, with car parking right outside

A simple hotel with spacious rooms and colorful walls, this place is good for groups and families. If you want to delve into local history, it’s close to the Ninety Six National Historic Site, where you can learn all about the Civil War battles that took place nearby. And if golf is your thing, hit the holes at the nearby Hunter’s Creek or Stoney Point courses before soaking in the outdoor pool back at the hotel.

Comfort Inn & Suites Greenwood near University, for proximity to Lander University

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Exterior of Comfort Inn and Suites Greenwood near University, with four cushioned chairs around a table by a fountain

Near Lander University and therefore well-located for those visiting kids at college, this Greenwood hotel provides you with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Each room, decked out in neutral shades and livened up with crimson bed runners, comes with a microwave, fridge and coffee-maker – handy for self-caterers. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool, but if you’d prefer to go sightseeing, you’re just 2mi (3.2km) from the Railroad Historical Center and a twenty-minute drive from the Ninety Six National Historic Site.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Greenwood, for bright, contemporary rooms

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Exterior of Fairfield Inn and Suites Greenwood, lit up at night

Bright colors, curved furniture, bold patterns and rich textures make Fairfield Inn an uplifting place to stay. The gym and indoor swimming pool help you keep fit while you’re on the road, though you can always take it easy with a soak in the whirlpool. Generous complimentary breakfasts include omelets, bacon and mini-waffles, and you’re just a couple of minutes’ stroll from a handful of fast food joints and a Cracker Barrel.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Greenwood Mall, for visiting kids at college

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Outdoor pool area at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Greenwood Mall, with five loungers, two handrails and steps into pool

Tucked away behind Greenwood Mall – just in case you’re craving some retail therapy – the Holiday Inn’s cream-colored rooms may not make your Instagram, but it is a handy overnighter. Perks include an outdoor pool, a small gym and a pillow menu. A complimentary breakfast buffet sets you up for the day, and once you’re done strolling around nearby Lander University campus with your amazingly grown-up child, you can take them for a meal at Montague’s Restaurant, a short drive from the hotel.