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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,177 reviews	View
Embassy Suites Charleston	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,433 reviews	View
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown	2.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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

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Teays Valley

While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Scott Junction Plaza.

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Kanawha City

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kanawha City. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center or The Shops at Kanawha.

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South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.

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Loudendale

Though Loudendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kanawha State Forest and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve.

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Woodville

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Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the staff was very nice and helpful"

Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston

4/10 Poor

"Only giving two stars because of the staff member who was there when we arrived and the quality of the breakfast. Otherwise, terrible experience. The staff member who checked us in was very helpful, especially when the first set of keys didn't work and again when I had to ask for extra towels (only two bath towels in a two bedroom suite booked for a family of 5). The room was gross — we found a pair of men's boxer shorts in the bathroom, secondary sink in the second suite room was not cleaned. Remote didn't work properly for the TV, I think 5 different buttons would just mute the TV even though they were marked other things. We used most of the facilities, and everything was worn down (and borderline unsafe). For instance, loose tiles in the pool area and something overhead that looked like it could fall anytime. There was a door outside from the pool that led to what appeared to be an old outdoor pool propped open, seemed unsafe. Finally, the issue of breakfast: we were told at check in and handed a sheet in our room keys that said breakfast was from 6-9am. This morning we walked down and were told that was wrong, breakfast starts at 7am on weekends. Thankfully, the breakfast was delicious and checking out was easy, otherwise I may have complained before I even left."

Embassy Suites Charleston

6/10 Okay

"The breakfast was fabulous. Everything else was disappointing. The hotel was very busy and a bus had dropped off a group of guests. They had two receptionists to check everyone in and the li e was 5 deep. Once I got my room assignment, it took me another 15 minutes to catch an elevator because one of the three elevators was out of service. The pool was a disaster. Dirty, wet towels overflowing, trash everywhere, cloudy water. I know they are renovating to pool soon, but cleaning is still helpful. The rooms are fine, a little worn out."

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

8/10 Good

"Spacious room - immaculate. Bathroom - immaculate. Housekeeping staff was attentive to our needs - excellent. Outdoor seating options-great. Check in staff - wonderful. My only complaints - why can't Marriot offer breakfast included with your stay? It's more expensive than other nearby hotels that offer breakfast. I realize I am paying for better accommodations - but in this economy, it would be nice. The only other complaint is having to pay for parking - though I understand that is not Marriot, but the city of Charleston. Not much to do in the city. The number of unhoused people is definitely a deterrent to staying downtown. Overall, since we had to be in Charleston, this was the best accommodation."

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

4/10 Poor

"The first room we went to did not have working AC and there were crumbs/a dead bug/hair in the sheets. We requested a new room which the staff was happy to oblige. We appreciated their hospitality. The second room had clean sheets and working amenities. The area didn’t seem the most safe, so all things considered, I don’t think we’ll stay here again."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Charleston?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Charleston's Downtown Charleston neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences as part of your Downtown Charleston travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?

Based on our traveller data, Embassy Suites Charleston is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Charleston. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Charleston Marriott Town Center and Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Charleston area?

With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Charleston to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Charleston area.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Downtown Charleston.

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

While you're in Downtown Charleston, you can catch a show at Mountain Stage, Charleston Stage Company and Children s Theatre of Charleston. You could also plan a visit to Charleston Town Center or Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Charleston include Callen McJunkin Gallery, The Art Emporium and Avampato Discovery Museum. While you're out sightseeing, Gallery Eleven and Heritage Towers are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.

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Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Charleston Marriott Town Center

Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE

Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

Sleep Inn Charleston North

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

Super 8 By Wyndham Charleston WV

Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV

Quality Inn Charleston South

Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV

Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

Budget Host Inn Charleston

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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Teays Valley

Kanawha City

South Hills

Loudendale

Woodville

Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

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