Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Activities
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$73
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
NZ$69
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
NZ$85
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
NZ$51
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise
NZ$111
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$411 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$411
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,340 reviews)
"We stayed for just 1 night, wish we could have stayed longer. The beds were comfy, the hotel right on King Street close to shopping and great food. Would stay here again and recommend!"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$454 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$454
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,703 reviews)
"What a wonderful experience we had at the Emeline! The hotel staff (Sheri at the concierge and Ashley at the front desk especially) were so friendly, kind, and helpful! We left there having new friendships! - The food at Frannie & The Fox was 10/10, as were the drinks! - the hotel is clean and the ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$410 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$410
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,062 reviews)
"Location. Great Lack of pool chairs"
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$249 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$249
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,288 reviews)
"We asked for wash clothes daily. We did not have wash clothes two days out of four. When we got wash clothes they would remove them the next day. When we went to the front desk they said they only had one washing machine! This is an 8 story hotel!! The water pressure was the worse I have used. The ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$892 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$892
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to be pampered! Outstanding staff and lovely pool area. Spa not open yet but will be amazing no doubt."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
The Vendue
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$381 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$381
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,056 reviews)
"The hotel was great and the staff was amazing! Definitely a gem in Charleston’s French Quarter!"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston
Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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 Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
