Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
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
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
NZ$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
NZ$94
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
NZ$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston
NZ$71
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$512 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$512
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (1,775 reviews)
"The water in the shower was cold. You would have to turn on the shower and wait at least 15-20 minutes before you get a lukewarm shower, forget about even that in the early morning. They also offer a $25 credit for skipping housekeeping one day of your visit. I have yet to see that! The restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$423 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$423
17 Nov - 18 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! (2,599 reviews)
"This hotel had all the basics in a great location."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$402 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$402
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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$932 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$932
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"To have a luxury hotel like this that is privately owned and not a massive corporate feel is awesome. We love the Charleston place and all the changes they have been making over the past few years. Beautiful property great vibe and quiet luxury."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$237 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$237
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 Cooper
176 Concord Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$1,372 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$1,372
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Waterfront Park and Charleston City Market ...
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 Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.
