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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel
Lobby

The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1693)
"Very good historical hotel with small historical rooms but very well done and comfortable."
The price is S$236
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Francis Marion Hotel
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Beautiful hotel! "
The price is S$260
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Fireplace

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great place in central area "
The price is S$248
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Courtyard Charleston Historic District
Front of property – evening/night

Courtyard Charleston Historic District

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (978)
"Great hotel - clean, quiet, lovely and relaxing pool area. Walkable to fun, tourist activities! "
The price is S$289
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Courtyard Charleston Historic District
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Front of property – evening/night

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1270)
"Nice hotel with nice rooms and breakfast. Great location to sites. Would definitely stay again if in town. "
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Terrace/patio

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Good breakfast. "
The price is S$251
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott
Courtyard

Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Excellent hotel and staff. "
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott
Emeline
Courtyard

Emeline

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1606)
"Great place to stay! They are very accommodating. "
The price is S$359
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Emeline
Indigo Inn
Courtyard

Indigo Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great place"
Indigo Inn
Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Lobby

Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Always a great stay"
The price is S$261
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
The Meeting Street Inn
Courtyard

The Meeting Street Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Property was very convenient for our visit."
The price is S$383
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
The Meeting Street Inn
The Pinch Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Pinch Hotel

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (132)
"Place is amazing, every detail about everything thought out. Love the central location for seeing Charleston. I don’t think I’ve have a more enjoyable stay at any hotel, ever!"
The Pinch Hotel
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Restaurant

Moxy Charleston Downtown

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (540)
"Amazing place, rooms are clean, staffs are nice, and great location. Had an amazing time"
The price is S$213
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great, great location "
The price is S$224
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown
The Ashley
Terrace/patio

The Ashley

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"Great place to stay in Charleston."
The Ashley
The Ryder Hotel
Restaurant

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (974)
"Loved the location and amenities. Will definitely stay at The Ryder again!"
The price is S$459
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
The Ryder Hotel
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (864)
"Great location and very charming hotel! "
The price is S$374
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Nickel Hotel
Living area

The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"This property was beyond gorgeous. Such a great location and the room was to die for. Can’t wait to stay again in the future. "
The price is S$413
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
The Nickel Hotel
The Vendue
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

The Vendue

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (568)
"Upon arrival and for the duration of our stay the staff was extremely welcoming and friendly. The hotel was conveniently located to many restaurants and shopping locations."
The Vendue
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Restaurant

Andrew Pinckney Inn

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1317)
"excellent-- very nice hotel great location"
Andrew Pinckney Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Charleston Historic District

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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West Ashley

West Ashley 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 Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site or Citadel Mall.

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Cannonborough Elliotborough

If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Charleston
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Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.

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French Quarter

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal to Dock Street Theater – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Charleston like?

Downtown Charleston is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene and stunning churches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Charleston? Consider a visit to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Pinch Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Charleston. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from College of Charleston, and it offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The Loutrel and 20 South Battery.

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Charleston area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Charleston, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1321 Downtown Charleston hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Charleston, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Charleston.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Charleston?

For cultural attractions in Downtown Charleston, head to Mace Brown Museum of Natural History, American Theater and PURE Theatre. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston Music Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and Children's Museum of the Lowcountry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Charleston. While you're out sightseeing, Music Farm and Marion Square are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.