Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Activities
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
NZ$88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$76
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Folly Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 12 guests
NZ$92
per adult
Charleston: Morris Island Lighthouse Eco-Boat Tour
NZ$92
per adult
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings
NZ$196
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$420 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$420
28 July - 29 July
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! (1,740 reviews)
"I loved everything about this hotel. It was a stay for my birthday. It was conveniently located a beautiful hotel, but upon checkout, the staff member I spoke with overcharged me for several things. I was also charged for things I did not have on my ticket and the addition to $100 smoking fee, which ..."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$343 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$343
5 Aug - 6 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! (2,378 reviews)
"Perfect location. Rooms are small, but a great deal of charm in this older hotel."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$461 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$461
3 Aug - 4 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 ...
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$805 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$805
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! (1,020 reviews)
"Beautiful new pool area"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
The Vendue
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$352 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$352
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,073 reviews)
"A small boutique hotel! Good location. No amenities to speak of, so be aware of that."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Hotel Bennett
404 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$893 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$893
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"If you are looking for a true fine-dining experience where people actually dress up, save your money. This is absolutely not the place to take your date or spouse for an anniversary. We booked a stay at Hotel Bennett and dined at Gabrielle specifically because we wanted a 5-star atmosphere with a ..."
Reviewed on 12 July 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.
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 Westwood Plaza Shopping Center.
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.
