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$84
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$72
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
NZ$90
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Boone Hall Plantation Entry & Tour w/ Transport
NZ$132
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
NZ$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$61
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$534 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$534
4 Oct - 5 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 ...
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$435 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$435
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (2,511 reviews)
"We liked being in downtown Charleston and the hotel’s historic charm. The rooms were nice and the hotel offered early check in early which was great. I did not like having a rooftop bar 1/2 block away. We were able to sleep, however you could still hear the music from the 6th floor. I also would ..."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$439 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$439
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (1,187 reviews)
"Great place to stay to visit Charleston, restaurant is nice, bar is great, pool is always active with lots of lovely people."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$880 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$880
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,011 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I have stayed at worldwide. Highly recommend. My five star vote for service and accommodations."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
The Palmetto Hotel
194 East Bay Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$543 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$543
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
"Very clean room,helpful staff and great area."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Andrew Pinckney Inn
40 Pinckney St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$393 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$393
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,515 reviews)
"The location is perfect for walking to many places of interest. Breakfast was great and the afternoon wine and cheese reception was very nice. Barbara was a great hostess. She was so friendly and helpful. Jerome from housekeeping services was available if you needed anything like some extra towels. ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 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.
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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.
