Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3.0 star property
Riverside hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 15 per person)
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown places travelers in the heart of the action. Enjoy city views from the rooftop, relax by the lobby fireplace, or stay fit in the gym. The Garden Grille & Bar offers American cuisine for breakfast and dinner, and free WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is €187
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Water View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 28 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed ( Water View)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Roll in shower)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 Bedroom Suite (1 King & 1 Queen), Balcony, View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing), View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Water View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Water View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2025
  • 26 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
45 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC, 29401

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Port of Charleston - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪California Dreaming - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪da Toscana Porchetta Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Saveurs Du Monde Café - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

Hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near College of Charleston
Located close to Charleston City Market and South Carolina Aquarium, Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown provides a terrace, a library and laundry facilities. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Garden Grille & Bar, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a TV in reception
  • Meeting rooms, outdoor furniture and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 141 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 45 Waterside
  • The Garden Grille & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 9.95 for children
  • Self-parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown on 11 Nov 2025 start from €186.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

Self-parking is available for USD 15 per day.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from College of Charleston, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Charleston City Market and South Carolina Aquarium. North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center and Fort Sumter are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great lobby, upstairs roof top was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pool area & staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, great location and very good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was up to the usual Hilton standards. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially Toni, the graveyard-shift front-desk person. Only two recommendations: Make parking and the morning breakfast “buffet” complimentary for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the marina. Pool area an added plus. Staff all friendly and helpful. Loved having room refreshed daily. Convenient location for all the sights but definitely need a car. Recommend highly and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

LYNNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near highway and hospital- a little noisy. Staff was excellent, rooms were clean. Location requires car or uber/lyft to get around.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the location, hotel, and the service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will need transportation to city center and sites. Bus service is unreliable and food choices are limited. Breakfast was not included in our room rate and it was average at best.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

The staff at the front desk was amazing, Looking forward to future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the 45 Waterside rooftop. The view was amazing. Convenient parking. Staff very friendly. Clean property. Location was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We walked to the historic district even though it’s 35 minutes away. It was great weather and we discovered lots of places along the way. The hotel itself was immaculate and has such great staff that are so very helpful. The pool is small but nice for a few laps to cool off.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating. Front desk staff were excellent and food was also great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind, courteous and cordial. Location was within a short drive of everything but walking not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Subpar lodgings for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Breakfast not worth what they charge, but otherwise a solid place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and there were many elevators to connect to the ground floor parking. The bed was very squeaky and uncomfortable not what I expect when staying in a Hilton branded hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fine but the position was not good for getting to the historic town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Average
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Location was perfect. The Staff were Amazing. Great Stay. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and made us feel welcomed. The location was ideal for our needs. We were in walking distance from a great restaurant, our view was incredible, we were no more than a 10 to 15 minute drive from anywhere we wanted to go, the lobby was beautifully decorated and smells amazing and our room was very clean. The only down side was the room was rather small, the bathroom and shower were extremely small and the mattresses left a lot to be desired.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and great view of harbor. Breakfast in dining room not great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We picked this hotel because of the water marina view from some of the rooms which was perfect for our 3 night stay there. It is also located within a 10-15 minute drive to the French Quarter of Charleston. Note that there are no real dining options nearby and you will need a car to reach many of the restaurants. There is a grocery store just down the street which was convenient to get some drinks/snacks. Also the entrance to the hotel is located on a road that does not allow you to make left hand turns on exiting the premises. So getting to and from the hotel was a bit awkward (must drive down the street and circle back to head in the opposite direction.)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025