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LivSmart Studios by Hilton has opened in Columbia, bringing Hilton’s extended-stay concept and 113 apartment-style suites to the Midlands market. (Photo/Parks Hospitality Group)
Jun 10, 2026

LivSmart Studios by Hilton opens hotel in Columbia

Parks Hospitality Group opens the 113-room LivSmart Studios by Hilton in Columbia, the third U.S. location under Hilton's new extended-stay brand.

The Lowline Hotel, a reimagined hospitality destination in downtown Charleston, opens this summer at the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District property. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jun 2, 2026

Highline Hospitality Partners to open second King Street hotel

The Lowline Hotel opens in downtown Charleston with 197 rooms, a new restaurant, event space and amenities at the former Hyatt Place site.

One of the Vista’s most recent investments is The Lantern-Columbia, which opened to guests in January and will see a grand opening ceremony in March. (Photo/Congaree Vista Guild)
Feb 9, 2026

Congaree Vista tops $475M in investment in downtown Columbia

Congaree Vista has secured more than $475M in investment, with mixed-use, hotel and public projects driving growth in downtown Columbia.

The 135-room hotel, located at 50 W. Broad St. in Greenville, is across the street from the Peace Center. (Photo/Auro Hotels)
Feb 3, 2026

Auro Hotels adds Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown

Auro Hotels adds the Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown, a 135-room hotel near Main Street, expanding its Greenville hospitality portfolio.

The Lantern Columbia is expected to open during the winter of 2026. (Rendering/Garvin Design Group)
Jan 22, 2026

The Lantern Columbia opens as inclusive boutique hotel

The Lantern Columbia has opened in a former fire station, debuting a boutique hotel in the Vista with an inclusive employment model and dining option.

Compo Hotels plans a $14M boutique hotel in Travelers Rest with 16 rooms and retail space. (Rendering/Johnston Design Group)
Jul 15, 2025

Boutique hotel coming to Swamp Rabbit Trail in Travelers Rest

Compo Hotels plans a $14M boutique hotel in Travelers Rest with 16 rooms, retail space and trail access along the Swamp Rabbit Trail, opening in 2026.

Jul 8, 2025

Colorado hotel brand announces first East Coast location in Charleston

The project includes 50 rooms, rooftop pool and private residences.

The Lofts Clubhouse Amenity Center is a feature of phase two of the Lofts Downtown Nexton development. (Rendering/The Middleton Group)
Apr 30, 2025

UNDER CONSTRUCTION: The Middleton Group creates new leisure space at Nexton

Explore the latest commercial construction projects across South Carolina, including hotels, hospitals, and community centers in Charleston, Greenville and more.