Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Activities
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$73
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
NZ$69
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
NZ$85
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
NZ$51
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise
NZ$111
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$417 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$417
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,316 reviews)
"Very nice property and centrally located. The only drawback is the bathroom is super tiny"
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$459 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$459
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,688 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$427 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$427
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,041 reviews)
"We had an absolutely phenomenal time staying at the Ryder. We feel in love with the property and the town. Highly recommend staying here for a unique boutique experience. We mentioned in briefly that it was my husband's birthday trip and they sent a bottle of champagne on ice. They were so accommodating ..."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$830 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$830
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly nice and so helpful! The room was amazing! Beautiful and comfortable with such elegant features. We will definitely be back and thank you for such a nice weekend stay."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
The Vendue
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$406 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$406
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,047 reviews)
"The staff and services provided at the Vendue were above and beyond!"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Hotel Bennett
404 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$891 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$891
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Can’t wait to come back!"
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston
Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Charleston Historic District
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
