Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Activities
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
NZ$87
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
NZ$94
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
NZ$71
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
NZ$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
NZ$138
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$558 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$558
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,768 reviews)
"Very pleasant and welcoming hotel. Helpful and courteous staff. The coffee and fruit and water on each floor quite a treat and perk."
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$393 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$393
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,573 reviews)
"First, the hotel is beautiful and in a great location for walking around seeing the sites. The Swamp Fox restaurant food was some of the best we had during the trip and the staff there went above and beyond for our entire meal. I only took one star down for the hotel in general because the bathrooms ..."
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$529 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$529
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$863 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$863
1 Nov - 2 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 ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$280 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$280
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
The Vendue
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$542 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$542
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,190 reviews)
"The Enclave was in a great location, pet friendly, so friendly. Great amenities. !"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 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.
King Street
If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and The Riviera Theater.
