All Suite Hotels Located in Sumter SC Near Shaw AFB. Welcome to the Candlewood Suites Hotel Sumter SC. This hotels spacious apartment style suites are situated along US 378 76 20 minutes from I 95 and slightly less than an hour from Columbia. Well suited for work or play these accommodations promise a comfortable home away from home. Corporate travelers and military affiliates seeking extended stay hotels in Sumter near Shaw AFB opt for this one located just 5 minutes away. Business guests also appreciate the easy commute to nearby companies including International Paper Eaton Corporation Caterpillar Lockheed Martin and Pilgrims Pride. With on site resources like free WiFi access its also easy to stay connected to the office back home. The Sumter area boasts many family friendly attractions. Guests can venture to Poinsett State Park for an afternoon of hiking or the historic Sumter Opera House for a classic movie. The Palmetto Tennis Center and Swan Lake Iris Gardens are also near the hotels location. While in Sumter SC this hotels guests enjoy optimal flexibility thanks to 24 hour resources like free laundry facilities a Fitness Center and the Candlewood Cupboard snack shop. Guests can relax in the indoor pool at the days end or enjoy a quiet night in with a DVD from the free lending library. The Candlewood Gazebo grill area provides a social outlet too and we welcome pets. Consider Us Home on your next visit to Sumter.