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A rooftop pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

1. Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
3.5 star property
Centre Pointe
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,541 reviews)
"Overall great place to stay."
United States
Cory
The price is RM458
RM523 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with a sign that reads 'hotel indigo'.

2. Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
3.5 star property
Mount Pleasant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,075 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Mary Beth
The price is RM398
RM530 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
A poolside lounge area with wicker chairs, a bar, and a pool.

3. The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel
3.5 star property
Charleston Historic District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,246 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds and great location Staff was very helpful"
United States
Mary
The price is RM558
RM837 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Ryder Hotel
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a large window.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview
3.0 star property
West Ashley
6.6 out of 10, (2,727 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jessica
The price is RM325
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview
A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

5. Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
3.0 star property
Folly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,646 reviews)
"Easy check in and a great location"
United States
Melinda
The price is RM463
RM659 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
A modern dining area with a mix of blue and red chairs, a central island with a bar, and a television screen mounted on the wall.

6. Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG
3.5 star property
West Ashley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
United States
Robert
The price is RM402
RM458 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG
A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter.

7. Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
3.0 star property
Mount Pleasant
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,416 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
william
The price is RM428
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a clear sky.

8. Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
3.0 star property
North Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,286 reviews)
"Great staff clean room and good breakfast and great location."
United States
justin
The price is RM523
RM617 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

9. The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Isle of Palms
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,101 reviews)
"Very clean, comfy beds & awesome location!"
United States
Kelsey
The price is RM424
RM493 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar with stools.

10. Aloft by Marriott Charleston Airport & Convention Center

Aloft by Marriott Charleston Airport & Convention Center
3.0 star property
Centre Pointe
7.8 out of 10, Good, (473 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Tarik
The price is RM401
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Charleston Airport & Convention Center
A spacious dining area with a long table, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

11. Wingate by Wyndham Charleston Coliseum

Wingate by Wyndham Charleston Coliseum
3.0 star property
North Charleston
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was nice and great hospitality"
United States
Tyffany
The price is RM324
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham Charleston Coliseum
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and outdoor seating.

12. Hyatt Place North Charleston

Hyatt Place North Charleston
3.0 star property
North Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,174 reviews)
"Breakfast is amazing this is my place to stay when visiting North Charleston, I highly recommend it for families."
United States
Angel
The price is RM361
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place North Charleston
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, red chairs, and a blue canopy.

13. Tru by Hilton Charleston Airport

Tru by Hilton Charleston Airport
3.0 star property
North Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,453 reviews)
"We had a great time at this hotel! Staff was friendly, breakfast was good, and the room was really nice. My child had a fun time in the pool, would stay again!"
United States
Alexis
The price is RM428
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Tru by Hilton Charleston Airport
A spacious living area with a blue sofa set, a glass railing, and a modern kitchen in the background.

14. Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre

Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
3.0 star property
Mount Pleasant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Comfy room...good breakfast."
United States
Steve
The price is RM645
RM779 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
A multi-level atrium with balconies, a central fountain, and potted plants.

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
3.5 star property
Charleston Historic District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient location to King Street and walking distance to the French Quarter."
United States
Amy
The price is RM617
RM712 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
A hotel room with two beds, bedside lamps, a desk with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

16. Wyndham Garden Summerville

Wyndham Garden Summerville
3.0 star property
Summerville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms pet friendly good breakfast good food at the bar"
United States
Tonya
The price is RM386
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Wyndham Garden Summerville
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a fountain, and a building with white columns and balconies.

17. The Meeting Street Inn

The Meeting Street Inn
3.5 star property
Charleston Historic District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,088 reviews)
"Great location and very walkable … the staff was very friendly, accommodating and the room was clean and nicely furnished … we’ll definitely stay there again in the future!"
United States
jack
The price is RM909
RM1,047 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Meeting Street Inn
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a dining table.

18. Moxy Charleston Downtown

Moxy Charleston Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (854 reviews)
"Good Place, will stay at Moxy again in future"
United States
Eric
The price is RM654
RM754 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Moxy Charleston Downtown
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a sign that reads "SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRITTO".

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate
3.0 star property
Ashley Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,562 reviews)
"Close to the airport"
United States
Amber
The price is RM410
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate
A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and black chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a bar with stools.

20. Courtyard by Marriott North Charleston Airport/Coliseum

Courtyard by Marriott North Charleston Airport/Coliseum
3.0 star property
North Charleston
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (141 reviews)
"Easy in and out. GREAT STAFF! Comfy bed. On-site Bistro makes a scrumptious Margarita Flatbread."
United States
Molly
The price is RM398
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott North Charleston Airport/Coliseum
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