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 Harbor Sunset Cruise
NZ$113
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
NZ$86
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
NZ$93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Folly Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 12 guests
NZ$90
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$347 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$347
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,436 reviews)
"Thank you We had a great stay at the Francis Marion Hotel."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$735 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$735
10 Aug - 11 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! (1,014 reviews)
"We always enjoy our stay at the Charleston place. However, it would be much better if there were an ice machine on the floor and we did not have to call for ice to be brought to the room."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$454 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$454
17 Aug - 18 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$228 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$228
7 Sept - 8 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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,253 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and welcoming. Break was hot & fresh. The coffee makers made good coffee, but it was a challenge to get a cup of coffee. It took a while. It would be better to have the volume of coffee ready in the am when people had places to go."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$335 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$335
30 Aug - 31 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! (1,129 reviews)
"Nice room; on the small side. Staff was great !"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
HarbourView Inn
2 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$469 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$469
9 Aug - 10 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)
"Great location, walking distance to anything you desire. The staff has that southern hospitality, so welcoming!"
Reviewed on 6 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 Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.
