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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Charleston, Charleston

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Lobby lounge

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (486)
"Great hotel!"
The price is RM455
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1035)
"Great hotel!"
The price is RM358
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
The Ashley
Terrace/patio

The Ashley

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Awesome place will be back"
The Ashley
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1874)
"Absolutely bra and loved our stay here!!"
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Restaurant

Moxy Charleston Downtown

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580)
"We very much enjoyed our stay. We will definitely be back!"
The price is RM628
RM725 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Moxy Charleston Downtown
Indigo Inn
Courtyard

Indigo Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Very safe & enjoyable stay "
Indigo Inn
The Meeting Street Inn
Courtyard

The Meeting Street Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"It was an excellent location within walking distance of everything of interest and a large selection of places to eat "
The price is RM1,428
RM1,639 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Meeting Street Inn
Emeline
Courtyard

Emeline

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1650)
"Great place to stay clean quiet easy parking and good service."
The price is RM625
RM907 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Emeline
Revitalized Historical Southern Residence
Living area

Revitalized Historical Southern Residence

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"This is a great location for exploring downtown Charleston. Just around the corner from King St (lots of restaurants shopping), and a great Italian coffee shop 1/2 block away (Babas). Would definitely stay here again. Oh easy parking too!"
The price is RM708
RM1,920 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Revitalized Historical Southern Residence
The Ansonborough
Restaurant

The Ansonborough

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1216)
"Stayed 2 nights, very nice overall experience "
The price is RM695
RM792 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Ansonborough
The Nickel Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Great place to stay. At the heart of downtown Charleston. Great room."
The price is RM1,070
RM1,229 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Nickel Hotel
The Jasmine House
Exterior

The Jasmine House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (347)
"Staff were friendly. Breakfast with good choices. "
The Jasmine House
The Vendue
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

The Vendue

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (647)
"enjoyed our weekend "
The price is RM835
RM989 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Vendue
The Nicholas
Outdoor pool

The Nicholas

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"Great Charleston home, modern amenities. And a pool!"
The price is RM741
RM962 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Nicholas
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
Exterior

Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1020)
"Great location "
The price is RM569
RM659 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
The Ryder Hotel
Courtyard

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Great beach getaway feeling. Super staff, loved the pool. "
The price is RM906
RM1,237 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Ryder Hotel
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Restaurant

Andrew Pinckney Inn

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1365)
"Great hotel!!"
Andrew Pinckney Inn
The Iris Charleston
Exterior

The Iris Charleston

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (104)
"Very helpful staff at check-in figuring out parking machine and door locks. "
The price is RM590
RM960 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Iris Charleston
Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Terrace/patio

Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very nice hotel!"
The price is RM754
RM910 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"The host was great, gave us advice on good eats, and the space was clean!"
The price is RM708
RM1,167 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Charleston Historic District

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Charleston City Market – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West Ashley map

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 Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site or Citadel Mall.

Cannonborough Elliotborough map

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.

Charleston which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Harleston Village map

Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

French Quarter map

French Quarter

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Port of Charleston to Dock Street Theater – discover French Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Planters Inn

Planters Inn

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay there! Excellent service and beautifully appointed rooms. Loved the covered space outside the room. Landscaping was lush; outdoor patio was inviting. "
Ann 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Planters Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Charleston like?

Downtown Charleston is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene and stunning churches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Charleston? Consider a visit to Port of Charleston while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, 86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only is the highest ranked property in Downtown Charleston. This inn is a short 6-minute walk from Medical University of South Carolina, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Wentworth Mansion and The Pinch Hotel.

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Charleston area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Charleston, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1343 Downtown Charleston hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Charleston, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Charleston.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Charleston?

For cultural attractions in Downtown Charleston, head to Mace Brown Museum of Natural History, American Theater and PURE Theatre. Port of Charleston and Charleston Music Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and Children's Museum of the Lowcountry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Charleston. While you're out sightseeing, Music Farm and Marion Square are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.