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The Spectator Hotel 5 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
This 1920s-inspired boutique Spectator Hotel in Charleston is less than 4 minutes’ walk from the historic Charleston City Market and Port of Charleston. Features include a bar, personalised butler service, and free WiFi in public areas.
United Kingdom
Location was incredible, right next to the markets, near to King St, lots of restaurants right outside & within the historic and interesting French Quarter. The staff were incredible friendly & helpful and couldn’t do enough for us the whole stay.
Barksdale House Inn 3 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
Built in 1778, this historic inn, decorated in a European-style, features uniquely decorated rooms. Free Wi-Fi is available. Old City Market is 650 metres away and the College of Charleston is 150 metres from the inn.
New Zealand
Great place to stay, staff helpful and friendly, breakfast delicious. Huge room was lovely to spread out. Easy walk to shops free bus. Definitely recommend.
Market Pavilion Hotel 4 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
This 4-star Downtown Charleston hotel is 3 minutes' walk of Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park. The hotel offers a rooftop pool with mosaic bottom, free WiFi, as well as 2 on-site restaurants.
Grill 225 steakhouse serves fresh seafood with an extensive wine list and dessert menu.
Canada
elegant atmosphere, great restaurant and professional staff.
The Restoration Hotel 4 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
The Restoration hotel features a library, restaurant, rooftop bar, coffee shop, and boutique store. The hotel is located only 550 meters from the College of Charleston and 9 minutes' walk to Charleston City Market.
United Kingdom
The hotel is stunning without being pretentious. LOVED it!
The Charleston Place 5 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
This historic hotel is located in Charleston city centre 482 metres from College of Charleston and 1.6 km from South Carolina Aquarium. Offerings include 3 restaurants, 4 bars, and a full-service spa.
An indoor and outdoor saltwater pool and a fitness centre are featured at the The Charleston Place. Shops and a full-service concierge are also available on site. The rooftop Clocktower Terrace bar located at the pool deck is available to guests.
United States
The room was beautiful & larger than expected. The bathroom, though beautiful, needs some shelving to accommodate toiletries. The bedding was extremely comfortable! The independent temperature control is always a huge plus! Location was perfect & we enjoyed walking everywhere! The food was amazing! Our cocktails were perfect & the bartender was friendly & gracious! The rooftop gave us beautiful views of Charleston while sipping an amazing Bloody Mary!
French Quarter Inn 4 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
Overlooking Charleston City Market on Market Street, this historic French Quarter Inn welcomes guests with champagne at check-in and serves a free daily gourmet continental breakfast. Waterfront Park is 450 m away.
South Africa
Since we arrived, we felt welcomed and at home. Such a lovely, friendly, welcoming experience. Would love everybody to stay here to experience what we did. Sweeties that you could help youself to, 24 hours a day, afternoon drinks and snacks were lovely!! And cookies and milk in the evdnings to die for. The most friendly and helpful receptionists! Thank you for a wonderful stay 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Harbourview Inn 4 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
Overlooking Historic Charleston Harbor and Waterfront Park, this luxury boutique hotel features elegant rooms with a 49-inch flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Extras include a free afternoon wine and cheese reception and rooftop skyline tour.
Georgia
The hotel really exceeded our expectations, the staff was very friendly, and the rooms were big, clean, and nice.
The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel 4 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
This Charleston French Quarter art-focused hotel includes 2 hotels—19 Vendue and 26 Vendue—dating from 1780 and features rotating art exhibits and tours. Waterfront Park, Market Street, and Charleston City Market are less than 5 minutes' walk away.
United States
Staff were very friendly and attentive. Hotel came with many perks like pastry in the morning, sherry/brownie in the afternoon, cookie at night. The interior decoration was awesome and the location could not be better.
Francis Marion Hotel 4 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
Set in the heart of Charleston across from Marion Square, this historic hotel features a full-service spa and an on-site restaurant serving classic Southern cuisine. The French Quarter is 1 km away. Free WiFi is provided.
New Zealand
proximity to the historic town. easy walking access. Staff were helpful and friendly. parking available close by at a reasonable price. Well appointed rooms.
Meeting Street Inn 3 stars
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
This luxury South Carolina inn is in the heart of Charleston’s historic district on Meeting Street and 42 m from Market Street. Features include free continental breakfast and 19th century-style rooms with free WiFi.
Malta
Location. Cleanliness of Rooms and the hotel decor
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French Quarter Inn
Historic District, CharlestonBreakfast options9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 459 reviewsOverlooking Charleston City Market on Market Street, this historic French Quarter Inn welcomes guests with champagne at check-in and serves a free daily gourmet continental breakfast.
Really great quality hotel, in a fantastic location.
Comfort Suites Charleston West Ashley
West of the Ashley, CharlestonBreakfast options8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,015 reviewsComfort Suites Charleston West Ashley offers modern rooms with a microwave and refrigerator. The hotel is 10 minutes from Charles Towne Landing and features an indoor pool and free WiFi.
Place was very clean and the people were excellent.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charleston Airport Convention Center, SC
North Charleston, CharlestonBreakfast options8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 259 reviewsThis all-suite hotel is less than a 5-minute walk from the Charleston Area Convention Center and 9 miles from Historic Downtown Charleston. It offers an outdoor pool and on-site gym.
Very friendly staff and they were great to work with.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites North Charleston, an IHG Hotel
North Charleston, CharlestonBreakfast options8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 388 reviewsLocated just off Interstate 26 and less than 10 minutes’ drive from Charleston International Airport, this hotel features an indoor pool. Free Wi-Fi and a hot breakfast buffet are also provided.
Shuttle service Clean Comfortable beds Spacious room
8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 905 reviewsThis central Charleston hotel offers an indoor pool, as well as rooms with free WiFi.
Fueron muy amables y las instalaciones muy limpias
Crowne Plaza Charleston, an IHG Hotel
North Charleston, CharlestonBreakfast options8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 324 reviewsCrowne Plaza North Charleston offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and premium cable TV, less than 6 miles from the Charleston International Airport.
everything from the breakfast the room the service
8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 303 reviewsThis Charleston, South Carolina hotel is located on the campus of Charleston Southern University. A hot breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, and hot tub are provided.
The location was great and the breakfast was delicious!
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Historic District, CharlestonBreakfast options8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 707 reviewsBuilt in 1840, this restored boutique hotel is 1 km from the College of Charleston and features a complimentary breakfast on the rooftop terrace and free WiFi.
The location was great. Staff very helpful and pleasant.
Great access to the city centre! Check these boutique hotels in Charleston
The Restoration Hotel
Historic District, CharlestonCentral location9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 127 reviewsThe Restoration hotel features a library, restaurant, rooftop bar, coffee shop, and boutique store.
The hotel is stunning without being pretentious. LOVED it!
Market Pavilion Hotel
Historic District, CharlestonCentral location9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 817 reviewsThis 4-star Downtown Charleston hotel is 3 minutes' walk of Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park. The hotel offers a rooftop pool with mosaic bottom, free WiFi, as well as 2 on-site restaurants.
great decor and position. rooms were very spacious
The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel
Historic District, CharlestonCentral location9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 39 reviewsThis Charleston French Quarter art-focused hotel includes 2 hotels—19 Vendue and 26 Vendue—dating from 1780 and features rotating art exhibits and tours.
Loved the service. Loved the breakfast in a bag each morning.
Barksdale House Inn
Historic District, CharlestonCentral location9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 981 reviewsBuilt in 1778, this historic inn, decorated in a European-style, features uniquely decorated rooms. Free Wi-Fi is available.
Everything. It is clean, fabulous, wonderful staff
8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 280 reviewsMills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton features on-site dining and is located in Charleston city centre.
Super zentral und einen tollen Pool für die Kinder.
Zero George Hotel
Historic District, CharlestonCentral location8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 40 reviewsLocated in the heart of Charleston's Historic Ansonborough neighborhood, this South Carolina boutique hotel boasts a European breakfast, garden, and free WiFi.
Breakfasts were amazing. They paid attention to every detail.
Kings Courtyard Inn
Historic District, CharlestonCentral location8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 96 reviewsLocated 3 minutes' walk from the City Market, this historic Charleston inn offers a complimentary breakfast and evening wine and cheese reception. Free Wi-Fi is also provided.
Toya! Breakfast! Walking/free shuttle to everything!
8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 368 reviewsLocated in historic Charleston city centre 3 minutes' drive from the Charleston Historical Museum, the South Carolina Church Street Inn offers luxury townhouses.
The quiet & spacious rooms, very attentive staff
7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 453 reviewsThis hotel is a Registered National Historic Landmark and is within walking distance from downtown Charleston.
It is the former citadel and is a beautiful hotel.
7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,291 reviewsProviding free shuttle service within a 2-mile (3.2km) radius and an on-site restaurant, this hotel located in Charleston, South Carolina is only a short distance from Charleston International Airport...
staff were excellent especially restaurant staff and shuttle drivers
5.9Scored 5.9Above averageRated okay· 462 reviewsThis hotel is 10 miles from historic downtown Charleston and is 3 miles from the Charleston AFB/ International Airport. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle and rooms with a flat-screen TV.
What I love was the creativity of the entire place.
5.3Scored 5.3AverageRated passable· 447 reviewsLocated near Interstate 526 and Highway 17, Clarion Pointe Charleston - West Ashley offers free WiFi and a kitchenette in every suite.
Large room good value. Older building but very clean.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Charleston
- Avg. price/night: £320.599.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 230 reviewsFriendly staff. Cool design and good quality of rooms. Quiet. Liked that it is in a lively, still developing and therefore authentic area a bit North of the main attractions
StefanieFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: £487.269.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 265 reviewsOutstanding 3 bedroom Apt C. Our apt had everything you needed for our stay. Beautiful interior designed apt with a fantastic location on Cannon Street.
JanFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: £465.878.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 280 reviewsLayout of the hotel. Design and comfort of seating around the location was ample and exceptional. Loved that you could sit comfortably pretty much anywhere. Courtyard is a special feature to the hotelSaraGroup
- Avg. price/night: £487.269.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 265 reviewsLocation, parking, house and wifi are amazing. Amenities are cool and well chosen. Furniture and design are very special.
NilsYoung couple - Avg. price/night: £483.989.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 290 reviewsboutique hotel, design, decor, friendly staff, very clean
KatherenYoung couple - Avg. price/night: £99.869.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 150 reviewsThoughtfully designed with modern conveniences and amenities, very comfortable, and quite frankly really fun. Incredible value for the price.
LindsaySolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £487.269.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 265 reviewsGreat design, clean, beautiful property and attention to detailMariekeFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: £420.199.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 71 reviewsGreat design: Perfect boutique hotel. all the details right, from the greeting with wine spritzer, gorgeous room, complimentary mini bar, great shower, toiletries, great service.jimYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: £105.075.9Scored 5.9Above averageRated okay· 462 reviewslocation and designLaurieYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: £483.989.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 290 reviewsIf you like modern, smaller (it's not that small), boutique hotels, it's perfect. Very cool bar area/great cocktails, very helpful staff (reception, butlers, maids). Breakfast was perfect, and I think undersold by the hotel. I think they may have changed it recently, based on other peoples' reviews on its variety.
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