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Our top choices for Downtown Charleston hotels

Fire Tower

Fire Tower
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
The price is NZ$574
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Fire Tower

Hotel Richemont

Hotel Richemont
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Great location, friendly attentive staff that meet your needs seamlessly… nice room"
United States
Lawrence
The price is NZ$821
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Hotel Richemont

BIJOU, Boutique Inn

BIJOU, Boutique Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Great room. Ashley was Very personable and a joy to talk w"
United States
cadie
The price is NZ$509
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
BIJOU, Boutique Inn

20 South Battery

20 South Battery
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 reviews)
"Just an incredible home and property"
United States
BERNICE F
The price is NZ$758
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
20 South Battery

The Nickel Hotel

The Nickel Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"Perfect location, beautiful rooms, wonderful staff."
United States
Russell
The price is NZ$774
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Nickel Hotel

The Nicholas

The Nicholas
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Good plunge pool, very walkable & easy parking. Nice breakfast also included! "
United States
leslieanne
The price is NZ$602
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
The Nicholas

The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,029 reviews)
"Excellent location and such a fun, and cool hotel! We loved our stay there"
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$596
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Ryder Hotel

The Cooper

The Cooper
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great place!"
United States
HENRY
The price is NZ$2,148
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Cooper

The Jasmine House

The Jasmine House
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (383 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
BRADLEY
The price is NZ$630
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Jasmine House

The Ashley

The Ashley
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143 reviews)
"The location is very convenient and the room was very clean and well appointed. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Dana L
The price is NZ$500
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
The Ashley

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (25 reviews)
"Clean room, comfy bed, updated decor, staff were extremely helpful and accommodating!"
United States
Naomi
The price is NZ$413
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Elliott House Inn

Elliott House Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location on the peninsula, charming courtyard, and the free bikes available for checkout make this a great stay. "
United States
Jacob
The price is NZ$535
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Elliott House Inn

Hilton Vacation Club Lodge Alley Inn Charleston

Hilton Vacation Club Lodge Alley Inn Charleston
2.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"Not what I was expecting for downtown Charleston, but it didn't have a great rating to begin with so I shouldn't have been surprised. The furniture was worn and stained. The coffee area could only serve one person at a time, comfortably. The Staff was very nice but not very well schooled on customer service. I don't think a receptionist should stop in the middle of checking me in to answer the phone, except to maybe say "please hold". She then proceeded to give directions to someone while I'm...
United States
Frank
The price is NZ$833
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hilton Vacation Club Lodge Alley Inn Charleston

Spacious Apartment Downtown

Spacious Apartment Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
The price is NZ$1,135
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Spacious Apartment Downtown

The Iris Charleston

The Iris Charleston
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Wonderful room, very clean with lots of amenities. I’ll definitely be staying again!"
United States
Lucy
The price is NZ$597
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Iris Charleston

Hotel Bennett

Hotel Bennett
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Kind staff, really clean room, great location!"
United States
Ashton
The price is NZ$1,064
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Hotel Bennett

The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic"
United States
Valerie
The price is NZ$999
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Charleston Place

Indigo Inn

Indigo Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,074 reviews)
"Really nice historic place and the prices are very competitive "
United States
Collin
The price is NZ$556
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Indigo Inn

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,238 reviews)
"Great staff and lovely hotel"
United States
Keith
The price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Dewberry Charleston

The Dewberry Charleston
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location and staff"
United States
Coleman
The price is NZ$819
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
The Dewberry Charleston
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Charleston

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lounge
The Loutrel
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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Front of property
20 South Battery
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
239 reviews
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Courtyard
Hotel Richemont
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
97 reviews
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Terrace/patio
The Nickel Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
122 reviews
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Premier Suite, Ground Floor
The Iris Charleston
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
155 reviews
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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

Appreciate the authentic antebellum ambiance as you move between historical homes, museums, markets and waterfront parks on foot or by horse-drawn carriage tours.

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.

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.

Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Charleston like?
Downtown Charleston is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene and stunning churches. Make sure that you visit Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm as part of your Downtown Charleston travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?
Based on our traveller data, Emeline is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Charleston. This hotel is steps from Charleston City Market, and offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Ryder Hotel and The Francis Marion Hotel.
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 1298 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. Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm 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, Marion Square and John Rivers Communication Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.

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