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1333 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Charleston - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Hotel Richemont

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Beautiful, clean and walkable to all the shops and restaurants."
The price is NZ$555
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Hotel Richemont

The Nicholas

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Excellent historic quaint inn "
The price is NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Nicholas

The Palmetto House

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Great property. "
The price is NZ$679
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
The Palmetto House

Revitalized Historical Southern Residence

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"This is a great location for exploring downtown Charleston. Just around the corner from King St (lots of restaurants shopping), and a great Italian coffee shop 1/2 block away (Babas). Would definitely stay here again. Oh easy parking too!"
The price is NZ$923
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Revitalized Historical Southern Residence

The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"This property was beyond gorgeous. Such a great location and the room was to die for. Can’t wait to stay again in the future. "
The price is NZ$529
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Nickel Hotel

BIJOU, Boutique Inn

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (559)
"Loved the beautiful room and the friendly and helpful staff. "
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
BIJOU, Boutique Inn

Spacious Apartment Downtown

3.5 star property
The price is NZ$993
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Spacious Apartment Downtown

The Ashley

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (74)
"Great location"
The Ashley

The Quarters on King

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (193)
"We had a great stay at the Quarters on King. They were able to check us in early, which was really helpful. The apartment was also beautiful and comfortable. That said, King Street is incredibly noisy during the weekend, so bring earplugs! "
The price is NZ$762
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Quarters on King

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$920
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Perfect Location in Downtown Charleston

Beautiful Renovated Apartment Near King Street

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Very clean, bright. Very comfortable bed, nice shower and amenities. Also convenient to our venue - within walking distance to our activities."
The price is NZ$993
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Beautiful Renovated Apartment Near King Street

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (239)
"Love live loved my stay there!"
John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

Cottage with Beautiful Garden and Heated Pool

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Location was great, so was the property. The only complaint was the pillows and the inside could of been a little cleaner. "
The price is NZ$1,354
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Cottage with Beautiful Garden and Heated Pool

The Quarters on Vendue

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (38)
"Great property- only thing that gave us problems was that we could not get the hot water to heat up"
The price is NZ$642
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Quarters on Vendue

Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
" The little extras like wine glasses in the room, beach towels, and beach chairs made the stay even better!"
The price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston

20 South Battery

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (175)
"We very much enjoyed our stay here!"
The price is NZ$566
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
20 South Battery

The Dewberry Charleston

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great hotel and great service! "
The price is NZ$792
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
The Dewberry Charleston

Elliott House Inn

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Loved our stay"
The price is NZ$366
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Elliott House Inn

The Jasmine House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343)
"Incredible hospitality, convenient location with walking distance to nearly anything you would want to see or need. The house was very cozy and quiet. We typically like to try new places anytime we visit but we'll be making an exception for this house."
The Jasmine House

The Iris Charleston

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Very helpful staff at check-in figuring out parking machine and door locks. "
The price is NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
The Iris Charleston
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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.

West Ashley map

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.

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.

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 1333 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.