Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Activities
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
NZ$87
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
NZ$88
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry
NZ$76
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
NZ$88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Folly Dolphin Adventure (Private or Public) to 12 guests
NZ$92
per adult
Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket
NZ$64
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$491 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$491
26 July - 27 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! (1,750 reviews)
"This location was right in the middle of the historic district and an easy walk to nice restaurants and things to do!"
Reviewed on 22 July 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$341 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$341
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! (2,386 reviews)
"Nice old time feeling hotel, very clean and quiet room. Walking distance to lots of restaurants and shops"
Reviewed on 22 July 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$343 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$343
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,088 reviews)
"The staff was great with the exception of one valet attendant. (Tip: text the valet for your car when you leave your room so the car is ready when you’re downstairs.) Ryder is a cute, well-appointed boutique hotel close to King St, the Historic District and The French Quarter. Food and drinks from ..."
Reviewed on 22 July 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$796 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$796
4 Aug - 5 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Can't say enough good things about the Charleston Place Hotel. Great location, amazing staff, attention to detail."
Reviewed on 22 July 2026
The Vendue
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$381 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$381
16 Aug - 17 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! (1,084 reviews)
"The hotel was absolutely amazing ! From the moment we arrived and escorted out of our uber to the foyer and given champagne it was dreamy. The staff are so friendly and helpful! The hotel art display is gorgeous The rooftop had wonderful cocktails and delicious bites!! We were so close to the ocean, ..."
Reviewed on 20 July 2026
Hotel Bennett
404 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$863 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$863
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The concierge, Kevin, was amazing. Planned our visit down to the minute. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 20 July 2026
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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 Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.
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.
