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$86
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
NZ$93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
NZ$137
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Folly Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 12 guests
NZ$90
per adult
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$63
per adult
96% 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$321 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$321
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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 ...
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$739 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$739
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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 property and the staff were A++ Everything was clean and staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$427 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$427
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$234 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$234
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$398 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$398
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,142 reviews)
"Great vibe, convenient, beautiful pool and patio, comfortable beds, good food! We will stay here again!"
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
HarbourView Inn
2 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$454 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$454
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Centrally located with wonderful staff. This was my second stay and I was impressed, again."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 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.
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.
