The mid-range Residence Inn is located on the west bank of Ashley River, a 10-minute drive from Charleston’s Historic District. It has the standard amenities of a chain hotel of its category -- a smallish but modern fitness center, a heated saltwater pool, and generic decor with some colorful touches. But the spacious studios and suites, all with full kitchens and pull-out sofas, and the great freebies (hot breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, evening shuttle to historic downtown) make this property a great value pick for those whose priority isn't being within walking distance to the attractions.
The mid-range Residence Inn is located on the west bank of Ashley River, a 10-minute drive from Charleston’s Historic District. It has the standard amenities of a chain hotel of its category -- a smallish but modern fitness center, a heated saltwater pool, and generic decor with some colorful touches. But the spacious studios and suites, all with full kitchens and pull-out sofas, and the great freebies (hot breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, evening shuttle to historic downtown) make this property a great value pick for those whose priority isn't being within walking distance to the attractions.
The Inn at Middleton Place is an upscale hotel situated on the historic Middleton Place Plantation with beautiful gardens, landscaped lakes, and a scenic river. The hotel’s 55 rooms have rustic, cabin-like interiors with hardwood floors, wooden shutters framing floor-to-ceiling windows, and wood-burning fireplaces. There’s plenty to do on the property including free tours of the plantation's House Museum and stable yards, and the hotel has a restaurant with an outdoor deck for alfresco dining with a view. The property attracts many couples seeking a peaceful getaway immersed in nature, and the secluded location is about 40 minutes away from historic downtown Charleston. Guests looking for a more central location should consider the Ansonborough Inn, a rustic, mid-range hotel with a small English pub on-site.
The Inn at Middleton Place is an upscale hotel situated on the historic Middleton Place Plantation with beautiful gardens, landscaped lakes, and a scenic river. The hotel’s 55 rooms have rustic, cabin-like interiors with hardwood floors, wooden shutters framing floor-to-ceiling windows, and wood-burning fireplaces. There’s plenty to do on the property including free tours of the plantation's House Museum and stable yards, and the hotel has a restaurant with an outdoor deck for alfresco dining with a view. The property attracts many couples seeking a peaceful getaway immersed in nature, and the secluded location is about 40 minutes away from historic downtown Charleston. Guests looking for a more central location should consider the Ansonborough Inn, a rustic, mid-range hotel with a small English pub on-site.
Housed in a beautifully renovated mansion dating to 1843, the Jasmine House Inn has all the charm of a B&B and the comfort of an upscale hotel, plus a central location in downtown Charleston. It has 12 large rooms with hardwood floors, 15-foot ceilings, flat-screen TVs and unique decor that might be a bit too much for some (think matching bedspreads and drapes, patterned rugs, and floral wallpaper). There are a bunch of great freebies, including a continental breakfast, Wi-Fi and evening hors d’oeuvres -- but you’ll have to pay for parking.
Housed in a beautifully renovated mansion dating to 1843, the Jasmine House Inn has all the charm of a B&B and the comfort of an upscale hotel, plus a central location in downtown Charleston. It has 12 large rooms with hardwood floors, 15-foot ceilings, flat-screen TVs and unique decor that might be a bit too much for some (think matching bedspreads and drapes, patterned rugs, and floral wallpaper). There are a bunch of great freebies, including a continental breakfast, Wi-Fi and evening hors d’oeuvres -- but you’ll have to pay for parking.
The 74-room Sleep Inn Charleston is a mid-range chain hotel located about a 20-minute drive outside of the historic downtown area. Rooms are clean and spacious with contemporary decor and modern conveniences like mini-fridges, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi. Amenities are sparse, but the hotel does provide a free continental breakfast served in a sunlit dining room, and there's also a pretty outdoor patio as well as a business center available for guests' use. Travelers seeking something with more amenities and closer to Charleston's historic downtown may want to consider the Holiday Inn Express Charleston Downtown - Ashley River, a value hotel within a 20-minute walk of King Street with a small outdoor pool.
The 74-room Sleep Inn Charleston is a mid-range chain hotel located about a 20-minute drive outside of the historic downtown area. Rooms are clean and spacious with contemporary decor and modern conveniences like mini-fridges, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi. Amenities are sparse, but the hotel does provide a free continental breakfast served in a sunlit dining room, and there's also a pretty outdoor patio as well as a business center available for guests' use. Travelers seeking something with more amenities and closer to Charleston's historic downtown may want to consider the Holiday Inn Express Charleston Downtown - Ashley River, a value hotel within a 20-minute walk of King Street with a small outdoor pool.
Charleston’s NotSo Hostel offers an affordable option in historic downtown Charleston that's popular with young budget travelers and backpackers. Clean and simple rooms include coed, all-female, and all-male dorms, as well as private rooms, though communal bathrooms may not suit everyone and mattresses have fitted, plastic sheets that might be uncomfortable for some. Homey interiors include a cozy lounge area and a shared kitchen available for guests’ use, plus lovely porches. There's a free breakfast served daily that includes cereals, bagels, and muffins; Wi-Fi and parking are also free. Travelers should note that the hostel also has another location, the Annex, which is a bit closer to downtown (a block away from King Street) and offers all private rooms. Guests seeking more privacy and willing to sacrifice location may want to check out Creekside Lands Inn, a bare-bones, mid-range hotel situated by a pretty creek 30 minutes from downtown.
Charleston’s NotSo Hostel offers an affordable option in historic downtown Charleston that's popular with young budget travelers and backpackers. Clean and simple rooms include coed, all-female, and all-male dorms, as well as private rooms, though communal bathrooms may not suit everyone and mattresses have fitted, plastic sheets that might be uncomfortable for some. Homey interiors include a cozy lounge area and a shared kitchen available for guests’ use, plus lovely porches. There's a free breakfast served daily that includes cereals, bagels, and muffins; Wi-Fi and parking are also free. Travelers should note that the hostel also has another location, the Annex, which is a bit closer to downtown (a block away from King Street) and offers all private rooms. Guests seeking more privacy and willing to sacrifice location may want to check out Creekside Lands Inn, a bare-bones, mid-range hotel situated by a pretty creek 30 minutes from downtown.
Hyatt House Charleston - Historic District is an upper-middle-range chain hotel in the popular Upper King Historic District of Charleston. Its location is ideal for visiting nearby tourist attractions, like The Charleston Museum, as well as being surrounded by several dining options. The 113 rooms are designed for long-term stays with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi -- the suites have fully-equipped kitchenettes and separate living areas. There's a free buffet breakfast with an omelet bar each morning, along with a bar and 24-hour market for basic conveniences. Both leisure and business travelers appreciate the fitness center and indoor heated swimming pool. There are also meeting and event facilities and a 24-hour business center. For something less corporate, the Indigo Inn has the same convenient location and a bed-and-breakfast experience.
Hyatt House Charleston - Historic District is an upper-middle-range chain hotel in the popular Upper King Historic District of Charleston. Its location is ideal for visiting nearby tourist attractions, like The Charleston Museum, as well as being surrounded by several dining options. The 113 rooms are designed for long-term stays with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and free Wi-Fi -- the suites have fully-equipped kitchenettes and separate living areas. There's a free buffet breakfast with an omelet bar each morning, along with a bar and 24-hour market for basic conveniences. Both leisure and business travelers appreciate the fitness center and indoor heated swimming pool. There are also meeting and event facilities and a 24-hour business center. For something less corporate, the Indigo Inn has the same convenient location and a bed-and-breakfast experience.
Two-pearl Days Inn Charleston is an excellent choice for travelers wanting to be in the heart of town without paying the usual high prices. It's within walking distance of shopping, museums, and historic attractions. The 123 motel-style rooms are basic, but include coffeemakers, microwaves, and fridges. There's a range of room configurations, including accessible and pet-friendly rooms. Double beds can be a bit tight for families that are planning on sharing. The seasonal outdoor pool draws families, and the on-site restaurant serves food all day. Breakfast isn't included in rates; neither is parking. Hotels in this price bracket tend to be much farther outside of town, so if location isn't a deal-breaker, it's worth checking out the Holiday Inn Express in Mount Pleasant. It offers free parking and breakfast.
Two-pearl Days Inn Charleston is an excellent choice for travelers wanting to be in the heart of town without paying the usual high prices. It's within walking distance of shopping, museums, and historic attractions. The 123 motel-style rooms are basic, but include coffeemakers, microwaves, and fridges. There's a range of room configurations, including accessible and pet-friendly rooms. Double beds can be a bit tight for families that are planning on sharing. The seasonal outdoor pool draws families, and the on-site restaurant serves food all day. Breakfast isn't included in rates; neither is parking. Hotels in this price bracket tend to be much farther outside of town, so if location isn't a deal-breaker, it's worth checking out the Holiday Inn Express in Mount Pleasant. It offers free parking and breakfast.
This 87-room BEST WESTERN is a budget hotel on an extremely busy road with attractions, highways, restaurants, and the airport all nearby. Dated and tired rooms have standard chain decor with mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Additionally, guests complain of musty and smoky smells in some spaces, which might also get hallway and traffic noise. Nonetheless, this hotel features Charleston’s largest outdoor pool and has a free breakfast. Free coffee, tea, and newspapers are offered in the lobby and free Wi-Fi and parking are also available. Although the hotel is pet-friendly, there are daily fees and restrictions.
This 87-room BEST WESTERN is a budget hotel on an extremely busy road with attractions, highways, restaurants, and the airport all nearby. Dated and tired rooms have standard chain decor with mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Additionally, guests complain of musty and smoky smells in some spaces, which might also get hallway and traffic noise. Nonetheless, this hotel features Charleston’s largest outdoor pool and has a free breakfast. Free coffee, tea, and newspapers are offered in the lobby and free Wi-Fi and parking are also available. Although the hotel is pet-friendly, there are daily fees and restrictions.
The 178-room Courtyard Charleston Waterfront is a pleasant mid-range hotel located on Ashley Marina, right off the highway and a five-minute drive from the Historic District. While decor is rather generic and bathrooms are a tad old-looking, rooms are comfortable and well-equipped with free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Many have great marina views, and some also feature narrow, furnished balconies. The restaurant serves bistro classics and tasty breakfasts in a spacious dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows providing great river views. But the highlight here is the waterfront pool, complete with ample seating, a whirlpool, and sunset vistas. Travelers looking for something more charming and closer to major attractions may prefer the Andrew Pinckney Inn.
The 178-room Courtyard Charleston Waterfront is a pleasant mid-range hotel located on Ashley Marina, right off the highway and a five-minute drive from the Historic District. While decor is rather generic and bathrooms are a tad old-looking, rooms are comfortable and well-equipped with free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Many have great marina views, and some also feature narrow, furnished balconies. The restaurant serves bistro classics and tasty breakfasts in a spacious dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows providing great river views. But the highlight here is the waterfront pool, complete with ample seating, a whirlpool, and sunset vistas. Travelers looking for something more charming and closer to major attractions may prefer the Andrew Pinckney Inn.
Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview is a three-pearl property located on the banks of the Ashley River in a fairly isolated area, though just a 10-minute drive to the historic city center. This is a landmark hotel in Charleston, known for its distinct 14-story circular shaped high-rise building and top-floor restaurant with panoramic views. It also features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and free shuttle service to the downtown area. But the hotel has seen better days, and its 180 guest rooms are due for a thorough refurbishment. Travelers might also want to consider the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Mt Pleasant-Charleston, which offers a free buffet breakfast and updated rooms for a slightly more competitive price.
Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview is a three-pearl property located on the banks of the Ashley River in a fairly isolated area, though just a 10-minute drive to the historic city center. This is a landmark hotel in Charleston, known for its distinct 14-story circular shaped high-rise building and top-floor restaurant with panoramic views. It also features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and free shuttle service to the downtown area. But the hotel has seen better days, and its 180 guest rooms are due for a thorough refurbishment. Travelers might also want to consider the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Mt Pleasant-Charleston, which offers a free buffet breakfast and updated rooms for a slightly more competitive price.