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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Charleston

The Nickel Hotel
Terrace/patio

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
Emeline
Courtyard

Emeline

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1613)
"Great place to stay! They are very accommodating. "
The price is S$358
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Emeline
The Restoration
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

The Restoration

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"perfect location and great accommodations"
The price is S$425
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
The Restoration
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Restaurant

Andrew Pinckney Inn

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1316)
"excellent-- very nice hotel great location"
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Terrace/patio

Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"This place was amazing! "
The price is S$299
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Indigo Inn
Courtyard

Indigo Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great place"
Indigo Inn
HarbourView Inn
View from property

HarbourView Inn

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Amazing hotel very well managed."
HarbourView Inn
The Francis Marion Hotel
Lobby

The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1688)
"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
The Ansonborough
Restaurant

The Ansonborough

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1251)
"Great rooms, super friendly staff, easy walk to all the action, loved the whole stay, rd "
The price is S$315
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Ansonborough
French Quarter Inn
Front of property

French Quarter Inn

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Nice people, clean rooms, good location!"
The price is S$849
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
French Quarter Inn
Wentworth Mansion
Exterior

Wentworth Mansion

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (155)
"Beautiful property and great staff, very polite and professional while being very attentive. "
Wentworth Mansion
Charleston Marriott
Balcony view

Charleston Marriott

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Stay here 4 to 5 times a year on personal trips and have always found it to be great!"
The price is S$244
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Charleston Marriott
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Fireplace

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place in central area "
The price is S$248
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
The Charleston Place
Lobby

The Charleston Place

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Excellent location and comfortable clean rooms."
The price is S$1,494
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
The Charleston Place
The Meeting Street Inn
Courtyard

The Meeting Street Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"I enjoyed my stay here for 2 days; walking distance from shopping and dining "
The price is S$500
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
The Meeting Street Inn
Hotel Bennett
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Hotel Bennett

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (856)
"Great place!"
The price is S$654
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Bennett
Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District
Exterior

Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Loved the walking distance to all of the shops and restaurants!"
The price is S$248
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District
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
The Ryder Hotel
Courtyard

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (973)
"Loved the location and amenities. Will definitely stay at The Ryder again!"
The price is S$458
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
The Ryder Hotel
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Restaurant

Moxy Charleston Downtown

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (539)
"Amazing place, rooms are clean, staffs are nice, and great location. Had an amazing time"
The price is S$212
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Moxy Charleston Downtown
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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.

French Quarter map

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.