Harbour View Inn is a historic landmark, and the only waterfront hotel downtown. Original structural elements such as brick walls have been preserved, and the rooms have southern style (four-poster beds and white quilted coverlets). A gorgeous rooftop offers some of the city's best harbor views, and tons of shops, restaurants, and bars are within walking distance. Free extras such as breakfast, Wi-Fi, weekly skyline tours, and treats throughout the day add value, but the hotel lacks a fitness center, pool, and restaurant.
Harbour View Inn is a historic landmark, and the only waterfront hotel downtown. Original structural elements such as brick walls have been preserved, and the rooms have southern style (four-poster beds and white quilted coverlets). A gorgeous rooftop offers some of the city's best harbor views, and tons of shops, restaurants, and bars are within walking distance. Free extras such as breakfast, Wi-Fi, weekly skyline tours, and treats throughout the day add value, but the hotel lacks a fitness center, pool, and restaurant.
Indigo Inn is a quaint budget-friendly inn situated in the heart of historic Charleston. Its two biggest selling points are its location and reasonable prices, though the 40 small rooms are pleasant enough, with old-fashioned decor items such as four-poster beds, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. The hotel doesn't offer much in terms of amenities, though there is a free hot breakfast and a free afternoon service of wine and cheese, plus luggage storage, a picturesque courtyard, and parking (for a fee). Overall, it's a decent budget choice for those who don't need a lot of extra bells and whistles, but there are better options in the area, such as the slightly pricier Jasmine House Inn, which occupies a restored mansion.
Indigo Inn is a quaint budget-friendly inn situated in the heart of historic Charleston. Its two biggest selling points are its location and reasonable prices, though the 40 small rooms are pleasant enough, with old-fashioned decor items such as four-poster beds, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. The hotel doesn't offer much in terms of amenities, though there is a free hot breakfast and a free afternoon service of wine and cheese, plus luggage storage, a picturesque courtyard, and parking (for a fee). Overall, it's a decent budget choice for those who don't need a lot of extra bells and whistles, but there are better options in the area, such as the slightly pricier Jasmine House Inn, which occupies a restored mansion.
The small, upper-middle-range Planters Inn is an authentic way to experience the Historic District; the inn's 60 rooms are decidedly Savannah, with details such as four-poster beds, floral prints, and dark-wood accents. Some rooms even have cozy fireplaces and shared furnished balconies. Some of the "charm", though, means somewhat dated, with complaints of old mattresses and some wear and tear throughout. A simple continental breakfast is served on-site every morning free of charge, and the hotel’s renowned Olde Pink House Restaurant is located across the street. There are few amenities here, but freebies such as wine and cheese receptions, warm cookies, and Wi-Fi are great perks that add value. For something cheaper in the area, consider the Holiday Inn Express Savannah – Historic District.
The small, upper-middle-range Planters Inn is an authentic way to experience the Historic District; the inn's 60 rooms are decidedly Savannah, with details such as four-poster beds, floral prints, and dark-wood accents. Some rooms even have cozy fireplaces and shared furnished balconies. Some of the "charm", though, means somewhat dated, with complaints of old mattresses and some wear and tear throughout. A simple continental breakfast is served on-site every morning free of charge, and the hotel’s renowned Olde Pink House Restaurant is located across the street. There are few amenities here, but freebies such as wine and cheese receptions, warm cookies, and Wi-Fi are great perks that add value. For something cheaper in the area, consider the Holiday Inn Express Savannah – Historic District.
The Doubletree by Hilton features rooms outfitted in golds, reds, and greens, with dark wood accents and draped curtains. Some may find the decor somewhat dated and stuffy, but the hotel has a more luxurious feel than other chain hotels, especially in the lobby, which is bedecked with chandeliers and high archways. The basement fitness center and the quiet courtyard are nice features, and the historic downtown location is a highlight, but families may want to consider the nearby Embassy Suites, which has a pool and free Wi-Fi.
The Doubletree by Hilton features rooms outfitted in golds, reds, and greens, with dark wood accents and draped curtains. Some may find the decor somewhat dated and stuffy, but the hotel has a more luxurious feel than other chain hotels, especially in the lobby, which is bedecked with chandeliers and high archways. The basement fitness center and the quiet courtyard are nice features, and the historic downtown location is a highlight, but families may want to consider the nearby Embassy Suites, which has a pool and free Wi-Fi.
The 170 rooms of this former 19th-century railroad warehouse aren't ultra luxurious, but they're quaint, clean, and comfortable, with warm-colored walls, soft lighting, and mahogany furniture. The hotel's decor is showing signs of wear, though, like nicks on the wood and some peeling paint. Located on the edge of the Historic Downtown, this mid-range property isn't in the midst of the action, but free trolley service nearby provides a fast way to travel to the heart of the district, and a few restaurants are within walking distance.
The 170 rooms of this former 19th-century railroad warehouse aren't ultra luxurious, but they're quaint, clean, and comfortable, with warm-colored walls, soft lighting, and mahogany furniture. The hotel's decor is showing signs of wear, though, like nicks on the wood and some peeling paint. Located on the edge of the Historic Downtown, this mid-range property isn't in the midst of the action, but free trolley service nearby provides a fast way to travel to the heart of the district, and a few restaurants are within walking distance.
This quaint, 25-room bed-and-breakfast, housed within a Civil War-era private residence, has an excellent location within the Historic District and competitive rates. Rooms are decorated in traditional style, and the property features a large courtyard underneath a shady pergola as well as free breakfast and Wi-Fi. Some rooms are on the small side, however, and amenities are few: The hotel lacks a fitness center, business center, and full restaurant.
This quaint, 25-room bed-and-breakfast, housed within a Civil War-era private residence, has an excellent location within the Historic District and competitive rates. Rooms are decorated in traditional style, and the property features a large courtyard underneath a shady pergola as well as free breakfast and Wi-Fi. Some rooms are on the small side, however, and amenities are few: The hotel lacks a fitness center, business center, and full restaurant.
Located in the heart of historic Charleston, The Restoration on King is a 16-suite boutique property surrounded by upscale shops, restaurants, and museums. The hotel blends modern furnishings with history, featuring exposed brick walls and restored original wood floors. While rates are high, they aren’t outrageous for a small, luxury venue with only a handful of spacious rooms. Lots of little perks abound for guests as well.
Located in the heart of historic Charleston, The Restoration on King is a 16-suite boutique property surrounded by upscale shops, restaurants, and museums. The hotel blends modern furnishings with history, featuring exposed brick walls and restored original wood floors. While rates are high, they aren’t outrageous for a small, luxury venue with only a handful of spacious rooms. Lots of little perks abound for guests as well.
Across the street from Marion Square, the upper-middle-range Embassy Suites Charleston is housed in the original Citadel Military College that looks like an aged fortress. The lobby, with an oddly placed array of plants, oriental rugs, and chairs, isn't as inviting as some other Charleston hotels, but the Historic Downtown location and the large suites -- complete with separate living rooms, wet bars, mini-fridges, and microwaves -- are the highlight.
Across the street from Marion Square, the upper-middle-range Embassy Suites Charleston is housed in the original Citadel Military College that looks like an aged fortress. The lobby, with an oddly placed array of plants, oriental rugs, and chairs, isn't as inviting as some other Charleston hotels, but the Historic Downtown location and the large suites -- complete with separate living rooms, wet bars, mini-fridges, and microwaves -- are the highlight.
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.
Dating back to 1924 and considered one of Charleston's grand dames, the 235-room Francis Marion Hotel is an upscale property with an excellent location on Kings Street in historic downtown Charleston. The handsome rooms have classic Charleston style and modern amenities like large flat-screen TVs, but bathrooms are small. The well-liked restaurant serves seasonal Southern cuisine for all meals, and the bar is a lively spot for drinks. A small spa offers a variety of treatments, and the modern fitness center is open 24/7. With two grand ballrooms and several smaller spaces, the hotel is popular for weddings, meetings, and other events. A nearby alternative is the Embassy Suites Charleston, which offers all suites, a pool, and free breakfast, but it is not as classic and elegant.
Dating back to 1924 and considered one of Charleston's grand dames, the 235-room Francis Marion Hotel is an upscale property with an excellent location on Kings Street in historic downtown Charleston. The handsome rooms have classic Charleston style and modern amenities like large flat-screen TVs, but bathrooms are small. The well-liked restaurant serves seasonal Southern cuisine for all meals, and the bar is a lively spot for drinks. A small spa offers a variety of treatments, and the modern fitness center is open 24/7. With two grand ballrooms and several smaller spaces, the hotel is popular for weddings, meetings, and other events. A nearby alternative is the Embassy Suites Charleston, which offers all suites, a pool, and free breakfast, but it is not as classic and elegant.