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 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$347
30 Aug - 31 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! (2,429 reviews)
"Location and price."
Reviewed on 5 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! (1,009 reviews)
"The valet staff and bell staff made a terrific first impression. At check-in Eric was extremely courteous, knowledge, and helpful. Kennedy at the thoroughbred club was wonderful and very attentive. The room was wonderful, very well appointed, and extremely clean our stay there was perfect."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$463 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$463
9 Aug - 10 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,739 reviews)
"Convenient location from which to explore Charleston (we walked). Beach access was approximately 30 minute drive on a weekday (Folly Beach County Park). The onsite restaurant provided excellent food; however, few gluten free options though they substituted GF bread for appetizer (whipped beef marrow). ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$241 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$241
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,252 reviews)
"I’m glad they are upgrading; carpet dirty, no vents in bathroom. Lobby is nice but rooms and pool old."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$334 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$334
17 Aug - 18 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 ...
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great rooms, great location, amazing friendly staff, many extra's."
Reviewed on 5 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.
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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.
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.
