Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
Activities
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$76
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
NZ$88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fort Sumter Access and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$76
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
NZ$194
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston
NZ$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$312 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$312
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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 ...
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$377 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$377
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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! (1,792 reviews)
"A luxury experience."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$413 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$413
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (1,265 reviews)
"It’s a great location and a cool approach. The staff are always super friendly. The only problems seem to be related to understaffing the front desk. Too long of waits at busy times."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$929 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$929
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Another fantastic experience at The Charleston Place. Stayed on Club Level and Im now officially spoiled!!"
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$218 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$218
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,201 reviews)
"Hotel staff never informed me about a discount from my husband having surgery at a nearby hospital. A nurse from there told us about it. But they didn't honor it. Also, our TV didn't work. After speaking with front desk staff upon our arrival, I was informed of a lightning strike weeks before. And ..."
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026
Moxy Charleston Downtown
547 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$335 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$335
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (868 reviews)
"Extremely disappointing experience at Moxy Charleston Downtown. The woman serving coffee (star bucks closed)and food was rude and dismissive, with an attitude that made me feel like an inconvenience instead of a paying guest. Basic courtesy and respectful service should be the bare minimum at any ..."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 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.
