A historic street lined with palm trees and classic architecture, including a prominent clock tower.

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An outdoor patio area with a brick fireplace, white sofas, and string lights.
A bathroom vanity with a mirror, a sink, a bottle of champagne, and a lamp.
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, white backsplash, and a built-in oven. There is a potted plant and a basket of fruit on the counter.
A couple walking down a wooden staircase in a hotel lobby with a modern interior design and a view of the upper floor.

1. Emeline

Emeline
Charleston Historic District
United States
dave
€279
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Emeline
A grand lobby with a central round table, seating, and potted plants.
A grand hallway with a patterned floor, chandeliers, and seating areas.
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, elegant chandeliers, and plush seating areas.
A grand interior with ornate chandeliers, classical columns, and a balcony with intricate railings.

2. The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel
Charleston Historic District
United States
Brady
€218
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Francis Marion Hotel
A resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and a fire pit.
A private cabana with a wicker sofa, a glass table with a tray of food, and a view of greenery through a lattice window.
A golf course with bunkers, a sand trap, and a building in the background.
A coastal town with beachfront properties and a marina.

3. Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn
Isle of Palms
United States
Michelle
€223
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A multi-story hotel with a red roof, a swimming pool, and a beach area.
A beach with palm trees, a thatched-roof structure, and a building with a red roof.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

4. Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Mount Pleasant
United States
Mary
€162
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Two champagne flutes on a ledge with a view of a pier and a body of water.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with a view.
A chandelier with multiple candles, a map of the Atlantic Ocean, and a compass rose.
A brick building with a sign reading "Harbour View Inn" and a two-story structure with balconies.

5. HarbourView Inn

HarbourView Inn
Charleston Historic District
United States
Kristin
€346
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
HarbourView Inn
A hotel with a large pool, multiple balconies, and a clear blue sky.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, palm trees, and lounge chairs.
A hotel with a large pool, multiple balconies, and palm trees.
A covered patio with white chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

6. The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Mount Pleasant
United States
Edyta
€207
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Lobby
The exterior of The Palmetto Hotel with a black awning, large glass doors, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a city view through large windows.
A rooftop terrace with sun loungers, a table, and a glass-enclosed area.

7. The Palmetto Hotel

The Palmetto Hotel
Charleston Historic District
Canada
Ashley
€320
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Palmetto Hotel
A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a view of the outside at dusk.
A modern building with large windows, a palm tree, and indoor seating areas.
A modern hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a brick wall with a decorative metal sculpture.

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Charleston Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Charleston Airport
North Charleston
United States
Khadeja
€94
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Charleston Airport
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a mural, and a pergola.
A room with a white brick wall, a wooden ceiling, a patterned carpet, a sofa, a bench, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dark wooden door.
A modern kitchen with marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.

9. The Ansonborough

The Ansonborough
Charleston Historic District
United States
Robert
€312
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Ansonborough
A couple dining at a rooftop restaurant with a city skyline and a church spire in the background.
A grand room with a grand piano, red chairs, and a chandelier.
A building with a sign reading "The Enclave at The Vendue".
A bar area with a long counter, red barstools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

10. The Vendue

The Vendue
Charleston Historic District
United States
Joseph
€285
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Vendue
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, a fountain, and seating areas.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, arched passageway, and outdoor seating area.
A room with multiple round tables covered with green tablecloths, a bar area with a green backdrop, and arched ceiling with chandeliers.
A spacious lobby with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

11. Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Charleston Historic District
United States
Abram
€335
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large desk with a laptop, leather chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.
A kitchen with teal cabinetry, a granite countertop, and various kitchen appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.
A brick building with a black awning labeled "Andrew Pinckney Inn."
A buffet with various food items including sandwiches, pastries, and condiments.

12. Andrew Pinckney Inn

Andrew Pinckney Inn
Charleston Historic District
United States
Kimberly
€229
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Andrew Pinckney Inn
A spacious bar area with high stools, a long wooden bar counter, and a kitchen area with shelves and appliances.
A staircase with a motorcycle parked at the top, surrounded by lanterns and potted plants.
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a kitchen area with modern appliances.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a brick accent wall.

13. The Restoration

The Restoration
Charleston Historic District
United States
Michael
€363
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Restoration
A pool area with a checkered floor, surrounded by lounge chairs and candles.
A balcony with a view of a red brick building, a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a croissant on a glass table.
A bar area with wooden bar counters, multiple shelves with bottles, and bar stools.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance with a marquee and a series of balconies on the upper floors.

14. Market Pavilion Hotel

Market Pavilion Hotel
Charleston Historic District
United States
Shawn
€329
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Market Pavilion Hotel
A table set with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, a lantern, and a small plate of fruit.
A grand staircase with a wooden finish and ornate metal railings, leading to a lobby area with a large marble floor and potted plants.
A hotel entrance with a balcony and a staircase.
A grand staircase with a circular marble floor, a palm tree, and a chandelier.

15. French Quarter Inn

French Quarter Inn
Charleston Historic District
Canada
Josh
€384
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
French Quarter Inn
A rooftop patio with wicker furniture, a clock tower, and a modern building in the background.
A spacious living room with a large painting, wicker furniture, ceiling fans, and hanging light fixtures.
A wooden swing bed with cushions, a wicker chair, and a potted plant in a room with a large window and shutters.
A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, and a view of the city through large windows.

16. The Loutrel

The Loutrel
Charleston Historic District
United States
Zainab
€388
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Loutrel
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a ground-level restaurant.
A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a black metal gate, and a glimpse of a room with a bed and a nightstand.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.
A modern lobby with a round wooden table, seating area, and a large chandelier.

17. The Spectator Hotel

The Spectator Hotel
Charleston Historic District
United States
Robert
€384
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Spectator Hotel
Courtyard
Exterior
A bar area with a long counter, red bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring black chairs, white tables, and large windows.

18. Hotel Richemont

Hotel Richemont
Charleston Historic District
United States
Mckenzie
€315
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hotel Richemont
A bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options including round tables and chairs, and a patterned floor.
A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small round table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a chandelier.
A hallway with a patterned carpet, a modern chandelier, and an elevator.
A lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant

DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant
United States
Paul
€108
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant
A hotel corridor with large windows, a sofa, and a table with lamps.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a wooden bar, and a large window overlooking greenery.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a chandelier.
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a large TV screen.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton North Charleston - Convention Center

DoubleTree by Hilton North Charleston - Convention Center
Centre Pointe
United States
Fiona
€117
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton North Charleston - Convention Center
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A historic street lined with palm trees and classic architecture, including a prominent clock tower.

Top Charleston Hotel Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We were very happy staying there."
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Vendue

The Vendue

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were kept nicely. Every morning there were fresh baked goods and fruit hanging on the door and coffee in the lobby. Wine in the afternoon. Great location, Close to all the east bay street restaurants and city market. Interesting art work throughout the hotel. Staff were all pleasant and helpful. Would definitely stay there again."
Harold 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Vendue
Emeline

Emeline

10/10 Excellent
"Very pleasant and welcoming hotel. Helpful and courteous staff. The coffee and fruit and water on each floor quite a treat and perk."
Patti 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Emeline
Andrew Pinckney Inn

Andrew Pinckney Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very well appointed, clean, well staffed historical property right in the heart of the historic district. Extremely close to worthwhile horse drawn carriage rides and shopping galore at the famed city market and small street side shops. Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, plentiful and fresh! The staff were so friendly for breakfast and afternoon cheeses & wine, also complimentary! Valet service went beyond plus the bicycle taxis were also readily available and reasonable."
Debra 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Andrew Pinckney Inn

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