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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Loutrel	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
360 King	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Beautiful Renovated Apartment Near King Street	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Hotel Richemont	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 130 reviews	View
The Nickel Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 144 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Charleston Historic District

Appreciate the authentic antebellum ambiance as you move between historical homes, museums, markets and waterfront parks on foot or by horse-drawn carriage tours.

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Charleston, South Carolina, USA Aerial from Marion Square

Cannonborough Elliotborough

If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

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Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist.

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Cityscape of the historic downtown French Quarter district in Charleston, South Carolina

King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Indigo Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The Inn was lovely, the staff were friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay."

The Vendue

8/10 Good

"Our hotel room was beautiful. did not know we had to climb stairs to get to it but that was not a super big deal. We did have air conditioning issues. AC was freezing up by morning. We like our room cold and by morning the temp would be 75 from 70. The staff helped and gave us reasonable explanation finally. So we just turned off the unit in the morning so it would not freeze up. Just a hassle but the room stayed relatively cool. We got locked out after 2 nights; they didn't program our keys for a 4 nite stay. That wasn't good. The good stuff is the buildings are beautiful great for pics and very comfy. The mimosa and chocolate covered fruit bar on weekends was fabulous. Coffee in the mornings. Surprising continental breakfast every morning on our door (2 croissants, 2 muffins, banana apple butter and jelly) Very nice. Rooftop bar was nice. Great view and good drinks. We liked the location too. Not far from many restaurants and market and the water. we got a very nice welcome when we arrived. that was special."

Charleston Marriott

6/10 Okay

"Food in the bar/resturant was terrible. Ate at the bar for "Wing Wednesday"....that was a mistake. Dry, over cooked....could not eat them they were so dry. With sauce still dry!!! The room was dated but I expected that. Popcorn ceilings, old old furniture and carpet that made you wear something on your feet at all times. It just felt grimy. The best part of stay was Penthouse access to concierge service. Meals offered alot of options and the staff was very helpful and courteous. Best part of my stay."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Charleston like?

Downtown Charleston is an historic neighbourhood known for its bar scene and stunning churches. Make sure that you visit Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm as part of your Downtown Charleston travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?

Based on our traveller data, Emeline is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Charleston. This hotel is steps from Charleston City Market, and offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Ryder Hotel and The Francis Marion Hotel.

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Charleston area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Charleston, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1285 Downtown Charleston hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Charleston, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Charleston.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Charleston?

For cultural attractions in Downtown Charleston, head to Mace Brown Museum of Natural History, American Theater and PURE Theatre. Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and Children's Museum of the Lowcountry are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Charleston. While you're out sightseeing, Marion Square and John Rivers Communication Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.

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The Ryder Hotel

Hotel Richemont

The Vendue

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

BIJOU, Boutique Inn

The Francis Marion Hotel

20 South Battery

The Dewberry Charleston

Fire Tower

The Nickel Hotel

Charleston Marriott

Indigo Inn

Planters Inn

The Jasmine House

The Charleston Place

Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

Elliott House Inn

Zero George Street

Moxy Charleston Downtown

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Charleston Historic District

Cannonborough Elliotborough

West Ashley

Harleston Village

King Street

Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Indigo Inn

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