Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Charleston
Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions
Our pick of the best Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Emeline
"Never had the room serviced, had to call house keeping to receive fresh towels. Also had a lamp missing its chandelier."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
"Pros: convenient location, beautiful historic hotel Cons: small elevators, odor from cleaning grease traps, big cockroach in room"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026

The Ryder Hotel
"I love staying at the Ryder Hotel. I travel a lot for work and it’s the perfect place to stay. Close walking distance to anything. They have a cute coffee shop in the hotel as well as a restaurant. The pool is always nice too! Highly recommend this hotel"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026

The Charleston Place
"Great stay!"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026

The Vendue
"The hotel and staff were amazing from start to finish. Wine served as soon as we walked in. We were checked in by a personal assistant while seated at a table. Our luggage was removed from the car and taken straight to our room. The room was complimentary upgrade to a premier king. We received a ..."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Hotel Bennett
"The room and amenities on property were fantastic; staff was pleasant and helpful. Breakfast had many choices and I especially enjoyed the noon checkout."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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.

Harleston Village
While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist.




























