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$495 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$495
27 July - 28 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 ...
The Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$354 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$354
16 Aug - 17 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! (2,397 reviews)
"This is our second time staying at the Francis Marion and both times have been excellent. Room and hotel lobby are always clean and the staff is super friendly and helpful. We have enjoyed happy hour at the restaurant bar and there is always a great atmosphere. The location and history of the hotel ..."
Reviewed on 24 July 2026
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$346 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$346
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! (1,092 reviews)
"Everything was great. The pool was very crowded and we were never able to use it. We loved having the on-site coffee shop and we did use beach towels to go to the beach from their free rental area by the Front Desk."
Reviewed on 23 July 2026
The Charleston Place
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is NZ$750 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$750
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Location is the best in Charleston! It seemed as though Fitness center is in transition. I would expect a more polished look once finished."
Reviewed on 24 July 2026
The Vendue
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is NZ$384 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$384
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! (1,088 reviews)
"This hotel is a cute boutique artsy spot! The service was amazing! I was greeted with full service brining my luggage in and a glass of champagne. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. The hotel is beautiful. The room was comfortable!"
Reviewed on 24 July 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
337 Meeting St Charleston SC
The price is NZ$336 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$336
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,015 reviews)
"Excellent service but outdated"
Reviewed on 24 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.
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.
