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1336 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Charleston - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

The Ashley
Terrace/patio

The Ashley

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"Great location"
The Ashley
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Restaurant

Moxy Charleston Downtown

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (556)
"Friendly staff and great atmosphere "
The price is NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Restaurant

Andrew Pinckney Inn

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1340)
"Great hotel! Loved the breakfast and happy hour"
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Emeline
Courtyard

Emeline

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1627)
"Great stay"
The price is NZ$413
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Emeline
Indigo Inn
Courtyard

Indigo Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Loved the location. "
Indigo 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, (1000)
"This is the cutest place and the location was amazing for restaurants, tours and shopping!"
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Vendue
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

The Vendue

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (608)
"Excellent hotel in great location with extra touches like mimosas in the lobby Saturday and Sunday, nightly cookies. The artwork is stunning and really adds to the ambiance."
The Vendue
The Nicholas
Outdoor pool

The Nicholas

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Excellent historic quaint inn "
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
The Nicholas
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott
Courtyard

Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Location and scenery was perfect. Great amenities!!! Very clean and beautiful property. "
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott
The Meeting Street Inn
Courtyard

The Meeting Street Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Great location. "
The price is NZ$556
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
The Meeting Street Inn
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, (1305)
"This hotel was great! Very good location!"
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
Exterior

Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Nice staff, convenient to historic area."
The price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
Charleston Marriott
Balcony view

Charleston Marriott

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Wonderful stay for my children and me!"
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Charleston Marriott
20 South Battery
Front of property

20 South Battery

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (178)
"excellent propo"
The price is NZ$565
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
20 South Battery
Fulton Lane Inn
Exterior

Fulton Lane Inn

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Everything, including the location, was great. I highly recommend staying here. "
Fulton Lane Inn
Perfect Location in Downtown Charleston
Apartment

Perfect Location in Downtown Charleston

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"This was the cutest place and it had everything we needed! The location was amazing!! 10/10, we’re already talking about coming back! "
The price is NZ$935
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Perfect Location in Downtown Charleston
The Nickel Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Would definitely come here again. The staff was pleasant, the rooms are exceptionally clean, and we LOVE the decor "
The price is NZ$571
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
The Nickel Hotel
The Iris Charleston
Exterior

The Iris Charleston

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Very helpful staff at check-in figuring out parking machine and door locks. "
The price is NZ$398
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
The Iris Charleston
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, (907)
"Great location and very charming hotel! "
The price is NZ$426
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Ansonborough
Restaurant

The Ansonborough

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1230)
"Great place to stay"
The price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
The Ansonborough
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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

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.

Cannonborough Elliotborough map

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
Harleston Village map

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.

Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

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, Wentworth Mansion is the highest ranked property in Downtown Charleston. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from College of Charleston, and it offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The Pinch Hotel and Zero George Street.

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 1340 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.