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The Spectator Hotel, boutique hotel in Charleston

This 1920s-inspired boutique Spectator Hotel in Charleston is less than 4 minutes’ walk from the historic Charleston City Market and Port of Charleston. Features include a bar, personalised butler service, and free WiFi in public areas.

Location was incredible, right next to the markets, near to King St, lots of restaurants right outside & within the historic and interesting French Quarter. The staff were incredible friendly & helpful and couldn’t do enough for us the whole stay.

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9.4
Wonderful
290 reviews
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$429
per night
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Barksdale House Inn, boutique hotel in Charleston

Built in 1778, this historic inn, decorated in a European-style, features uniquely decorated rooms. Free Wi-Fi is available. Old City Market is 650 metres away and the College of Charleston is 150 metres from the inn.

Great place to stay, staff helpful and friendly, breakfast delicious. Huge room was lovely to spread out. Easy walk to shops free bus. Definitely recommend.

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9
Wonderful
977 reviews
Price from
$199
per night
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Market Pavilion Hotel, boutique hotel in Charleston

This 4-star Downtown Charleston hotel is 3 minutes' walk of Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park. The hotel offers a rooftop pool with mosaic bottom, free WiFi, as well as 2 on-site restaurants.

Grill 225 steakhouse serves fresh seafood with an extensive wine list and dessert menu.

elegant atmosphere, great restaurant and professional staff.

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9.1
Wonderful
817 reviews
Price from
$429
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The Restoration Hotel, boutique hotel in Charleston

The Restoration hotel features a library, restaurant, rooftop bar, coffee shop, and boutique store. The hotel is located only 550 meters from the College of Charleston and 9 minutes' walk to Charleston City Market.

The hotel is stunning without being pretentious. LOVED it!

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9.2
Wonderful
126 reviews
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$424.35
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The Charleston Place, boutique hotel in Charleston

This historic hotel is located in Charleston city centre 482 metres from College of Charleston and 1.6 km from South Carolina Aquarium. Offerings include 3 restaurants, 4 bars, and a full-service spa.

An indoor and outdoor saltwater pool and a fitness centre are featured at the The Charleston Place. Shops and a full-service concierge are also available on site. The rooftop Clocktower Terrace bar located at the pool deck is available to guests.

The room was beautiful & larger than expected. The bathroom, though beautiful, needs some shelving to accommodate toiletries. The bedding was extremely comfortable! The independent temperature control is always a huge plus! Location was perfect & we enjoyed walking everywhere! The food was amazing! Our cocktails were perfect & the bartender was friendly & gracious! The rooftop gave us beautiful views of Charleston while sipping an amazing Bloody Mary!

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9.2
Wonderful
437 reviews
Price from
$505
per night
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French Quarter Inn, boutique hotel in Charleston

Overlooking Charleston City Market on Market Street, this historic French Quarter Inn welcomes guests with champagne at check-in and serves a free daily gourmet continental breakfast. Waterfront Park is 450 m away.

Since we arrived, we felt welcomed and at home. Such a lovely, friendly, welcoming experience. Would love everybody to stay here to experience what we did. Sweeties that you could help youself to, 24 hours a day, afternoon drinks and snacks were lovely!! And cookies and milk in the evdnings to die for. The most friendly and helpful receptionists! Thank you for a wonderful stay 🙏🏻🙏🏻

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9.6
Exceptional
458 reviews
Price from
$399
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Harbourview Inn, boutique hotel in Charleston

Overlooking Historic Charleston Harbor and Waterfront Park, this luxury boutique hotel features elegant rooms with a 49-inch flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Extras include a free afternoon wine and cheese reception and rooftop skyline tour.

The hotel really exceeded our expectations, the staff was very friendly, and the rooms were big, clean, and nice.

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9.2
Wonderful
643 reviews
Price from
$389
per night
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The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel, boutique hotel in Charleston

This Charleston French Quarter art-focused hotel includes 2 hotels—19 Vendue and 26 Vendue—dating from 1780 and features rotating art exhibits and tours. Waterfront Park, Market Street, and Charleston City Market are less than 5 minutes' walk away.

Staff were very friendly and attentive. Hotel came with many perks like pastry in the morning, sherry/brownie in the afternoon, cookie at night. The interior decoration was awesome and the location could not be better.

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9.1
Wonderful
39 reviews
Price from
$329
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Francis Marion Hotel, boutique hotel in Charleston

Set in the heart of Charleston across from Marion Square, this historic hotel features a full-service spa and an on-site restaurant serving classic Southern cuisine. The French Quarter is 1 km away. Free WiFi is provided.

proximity to the historic town. easy walking access. Staff were helpful and friendly. parking available close by at a reasonable price. Well appointed rooms.

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8.3
Very Good
2,052 reviews
Price from
$269
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Meeting Street Inn, boutique hotel in Charleston

This luxury South Carolina inn is in the heart of Charleston’s historic district on Meeting Street and 42 m from Market Street. Features include free continental breakfast and 19th century-style rooms with free WiFi.

Location. Cleanliness of Rooms and the hotel decor

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8.3
Very Good
825 reviews
Price from
$279
per night
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  • Barksdale House Inn
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 977 reviews

    Built in 1778, this historic inn, decorated in a European-style, features uniquely decorated rooms. Free Wi-Fi is available.

    Everything. It is clean, fabulous, wonderful staff

  • Church Street Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 369 reviews

    In historic Charleston city center a short drive from the Charleston Historical Museum, the South Carolina Church Street Inn offers luxury townhouses. The property’s courtyard features a fountain.

    The quiet & spacious rooms, very attentive staff

  • Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 279 reviews

    Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton features on-site dining and is located in Charleston city center.

    Super zentral und einen tollen Pool für die Kinder.

  • Andrew Pinckney Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 707 reviews

    Built in 1840, this restored boutique hotel is 0.6 mi from the College of Charleston and features a complimentary breakfast on the rooftop terrace and free WiFi.

    The location was great. Staff very helpful and pleasant.

  • Zero George Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 40 reviews

    Located in the heart of Charleston's Historic Ansonborough neighborhood, this South Carolina boutique hotel features a European breakfast, garden, and free WiFi.

    Breakfasts were amazing. They paid attention to every detail.

  • Kings Courtyard Inn
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 96 reviews

    Located 3 minutes' walk from the City Market, this historic Charleston inn offers a complimentary breakfast and evening wine and cheese reception. Free Wi-Fi is also provided.

    Toya! Breakfast! Walking/free shuttle to everything!

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  • The Restoration Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 127 reviews

    The Restoration hotel features a library, restaurant, rooftop bar, coffee shop, and boutique store.

    The hotel is stunning without being pretentious. LOVED it!

  • Market Pavilion Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 817 reviews

    This 4-star Downtown Charleston hotel is 3 minutes' walk of Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park. The hotel offers a rooftop pool with mosaic bottom, free WiFi, as well as 2 on-site restaurants.

    great decor and position. rooms were very spacious

  • The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 39 reviews

    This Charleston French Quarter art-focused hotel includes 2 hotels—19 Vendue and 26 Vendue—dating from 1780 and features rotating art exhibits and tours.

    Loved the service. Loved the breakfast in a bag each morning.

  • Embassy Suites Charleston - Historic District
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 456 reviews

    This hotel is a Registered National Historic Landmark and is within walking distance from downtown Charleston.

    Breakfast was exceptional as was the breakfast staff.

  • Aloft Charleston Airport and Convention Center
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 470 reviews

    This hotel is 10 miles from historic downtown Charleston and 3 miles from the Charleston AFB/ International Airport. The hotel provides a free airport shuttle and rooms with a flat-screen TV.

    What I love was the creativity of the entire place.

  • Clarion Pointe Charleston - West Ashley
    5.3
    Scored 5.3
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 449 reviews

    Located near Interstate 526 and Highway 17, Clarion Pointe Charleston - West Ashley offers free WiFi and a kitchenette in every suite.

    Large room good value. Older building but very clean.

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