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The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was clean & staff friendly. Great coffee shop and location was perfect to walk everywhere. "
United States
Janet
The Ryder Hotel

Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,079 reviews)
"Location and great, attentive staff! "
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

Andrew Pinckney Inn

Andrew Pinckney Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,452 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great breakfast, comfy bed, great location"
United States
diann helen
Andrew Pinckney Inn

The Iris Charleston

The Iris Charleston
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Room was extremely clean. The dishwasher and all in one washer dryer was very convenient! "
United States
Jared
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
The Iris Charleston

The Meeting Street Inn

The Meeting Street Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Staff was great & the room was excellent!"
United States
Kayla
The price is NZ$411
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
The Meeting Street Inn

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,167 reviews)
"Great staff, clean, great location, very nice breakfast"
United States
Helen Mary
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Everyone from valet to front desk and staff were very pleasant and helpful. "
United States
Evans
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Indigo Inn

Indigo Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay! Great location for walking to shops & sights. Staff was friendly & room was cute. "
United States
April
Indigo Inn

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,058 reviews)
"great location, Beautiful older hotel, staff very friendly and helpful"
United States
elizabeth
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Ansonborough

The Ansonborough
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,240 reviews)
"Clean quiet and great atmosphere "
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Ansonborough

Moxy Charleston Downtown

Moxy Charleston Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (660 reviews)
"Great vibes!"
United States
Jamie
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Moxy Charleston Downtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,469 reviews)
"The Hotel was in the perfect location-dowtown, historical area, and other Charleston attractions. "
United States
Jack
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG

The Vendue

The Vendue
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (816 reviews)
"Great staff, very clean rooms, near everything!"
United States
Joan
The price is NZ$541
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
The Vendue

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,040 reviews)
"Fabulous stay in a great location."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is NZ$467
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, love the onsite laundry. The only thing that would make this place better is a hot tub. "
United States
Mike
The price is NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

Emeline

Emeline
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,697 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel and staff!"
United States
LENNA
The price is NZ$448
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Emeline

HarbourView Inn

HarbourView Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent service staff and accommodations breakfast was very nice "
United States
Palma
HarbourView Inn

French Quarter Inn

French Quarter Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent service and beautiful inn"
United States
Corinna
French Quarter Inn

Planters Inn

Planters Inn
4.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a perfect stay. Great Location and room was incredible!"
United States
Russell
The price is NZ$519
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Planters Inn

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly and responsive staff. "
United States
Katherine
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown
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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.

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.

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.

Radcliffeborough

While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.

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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 Expedia customer reviews, 86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only is the highest ranked property in Downtown Charleston. This inn is a short 7-minute walk from Medical University of South Carolina, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Zero George Street and The Loutrel.
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 1293 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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