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 Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston
NZ$84
per adult
94% 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
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals
Emeline
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$520 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$520
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,763 reviews)
"The happy hour was delightful. The hotel location perfect! The room was 2 king suite, beyond our expectation. The concierge was never around when we inquired however, the front desk was very helpful. Access to bikes were very convenient, took a ride down by the waterfront."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$408 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$408
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (2,520 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful from the front desk to the bell hops."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$450 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$450
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 ...
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$900 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$900
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
Andrew Pinckney Inn
40 Pinckney St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$531 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$531
28 Sept - 29 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! (1,527 reviews)
"Conveniently located, clean. Staff could have been better."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
The Palmetto Hotel
194 East Bay Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$619 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$619
20 Sept - 21 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great little boutique property with perfect location. Decor is beautiful, bar was great (try the espresso martini!), staff was very friendly and helpful, and the included continental breakfast was icing on the cake. Would recommend and would stay again. Best suited for couples of any age. Not really ..."
Reviewed on 18 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.
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.
