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Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel

146 Lockwood Blvd Charleston, 29403-5123 South Carolina

Overlooking the Ashley River,1.5mi from Charleston's famous Historic District

Historic Charleston
This 3 Diamond AAA Rated Hotel is located within 1.5 miles of Charleston's Historic District & less than 1 mile from The Medical University of South Carolina & The Citadel Military College of South Carolina . Show more
Free Hot Breakfast
BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel offers complimentary hot breakfast, outdoor pool, sundeck, and complimentary WiFi. The hotel is accross the street from the Ashley River & Brittlebank Park.
Complimentary WiFi
Guestrooms at this Best Western offer compact refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and complimentary Wireless Internet access. Hide

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3.6out of 5

Expedia Guest Rating

71%

of guests recommend

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Standard king
1 kingBalcony. Desk. Television with cable channels. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Free local calls. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Refrigerator. Bath amenities include hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Clock radio, electronic check-out, and iron/ironing board. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Standard 2 queens
2 queenBalcony. Desk. Television with cable channels. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Free local calls. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Refrigerator and microwave. Bath amenities include hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Clock radio, electronic check-out, and iron/ironing board. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Executive 2 queens
2 queenBalcony. Desk. Television with cable channels. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Free local calls. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Refrigerator and microwave. Bath amenities include hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Clock radio, electronic check-out, and iron/ironing board. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Executive king
1 kingBalcony. Desk. Television with cable channels. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Free local calls. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Refrigerator. Bath amenities include hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Clock radio, electronic check-out, and iron/ironing board. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Riverview 2 queens
2 queenBalcony. Desk. Television with cable channels. Complimentary Internet access. Free local calls. In-room safe. Complimentary newspapers. Refrigerator and microwave. Bath amenities include hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Clock radio, electronic check-out, and iron/ironing board. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Know Before You Go
  • There are no room charges for children 18 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
Policies
  • Pet fee charged at hotel/condo
  • Pets accepted
  • Small pets only
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Pet fee: USD 20 per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay)
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Accessibility Options

  • Accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • Handicapped parking
  • In-room accessibility
  • Braille or raised signage

Property Amenities

  • Swimming pool - outdoor seasonal
  • Concierge services
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Parking (free)
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Banquet facilities
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Business services
  • Total number of rooms - 151
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Express check-out
  • Security guard
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Number of floors - 8
  • ATM/banking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Elevator/lift
  • Business center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • One meeting/conference room
  • Express check-in
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Bar/lounge
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • RV and truck parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Photocopy machines
  • Fax machine
  • Television in lobby
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1

Rooms

BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel offers 151 nonsmoking guestrooms on eight floors. Rooms include in-room safes, compact refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, cable TV, hair dryers, and voice mail. High Speed, Wireless Internet access and local calls are complimentary. Rooms also feature step-out balconies; some rooms have views of the Ashley River.

Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel, Charleston,  South Carolina, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Wireless Internet access
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Climate control
  • Voice mail
  • Free local calls
  • Internet access (complimentary)
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Wake-up calls
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • In-room safe
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Window opens
  • Clock radio
  • Desk
  • Electronic check-out
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Cable television service
  • Rollaway beds available
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Non-smoking only
  • Complimentary newspaper

Recreation

  • Golfing nearby
  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Boat launch nearby
  • Tennis nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming on site

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel

3.6
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
3.8
Hotel condition:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Room comfort:
3.7
Location:
3.6
Neighbourhood:
3.1
71%

of guests recommend

out of 87 reviews

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A Traveller from Jacksonville Fl
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 30 Nov 2011

“nice place to stay”

Stopped here on way home. Room was clean and comforable. Great free breakfast selection. We didn't use pool or other amenities but overall they appeared nice and in decent shape.

A Traveller from New Jersey
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 22 Nov 2011

“Just okay”

The room was clean however, as we were checking in, the prices people were being quoted as "walk-ins" was a lot less than we paid in advance. We felt penalized for planning our trip. Our "executive" king room was incredibly small. I did not see other rooms but it was like a postage stamp. I understand smaller rooms inside the city limits but not "executive". The hotel is located near a hospital so there were a lot of sirens but being on the 8th floor minimized the noise. It is also located in the fast food restaurant hub of Charleston so if that is your thing, you will be very happy including a 24 hour Mickey D. The free breakfast was excellent with lots of variety available.

Area recommendations
If you don't have to be in downtown Charleston early in the morning, I would stay in North Charleston. Lots of places to stay with restaurants nearby. Also, Daniel Island is gorgeous albeit a little more expensive, just beautiful.
Getting around
To see the whole Charleston area, you need a car. If you want to stick to downtown, you can get around fairly easily.
Jeanette M from Kendall Park, NJ
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 8 Nov 2011

“Enjoyable stay”

The hotel was clean, room comfortable and there was a free trolley that made it easy getting around. The bathroom was small. The free breakfast was excellent. I would recommend the hotel.

Dining
Poogan's Porch on Queen St. is an excellent restaurant. It is in a quaint house. Food was exceptionally good. Hot biscuits were great. I highly recommend the place.
A Traveller from Memphis, TN
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 7 Nov 2011

“Will Not Be Returning--”

I had thought we would be staying in a more upscale motel from the nearby Comfort Inn where we have stayed many years in the past. This Best Western used to be the old Howard Johson's. It was dark and depressing, and though redone, it was simply creepy. The front desk first gave us the wrong key so we had to go back down and have a new key calibrated. Then, as my husband and I were getting ready to leave for the evening, another family came barging in our room, with their dog. They said we had their room. I was not happy to hear that we were staying in a room where dogs typically stay as I have so many bad allergies.. Then, when we got home, again, my husband had to go downstairs and get another key as we couldn't get in again. There was also no coffeepot in our room. The mattress on my bed was not comfortable and was sloping at the bottom of the bed. The view out of the window was non-existent as we faced some sort of industrial equipment. I will never go back and do not understand how any of the good reviews could have given this place anything other than the lowest marks. I would prefer the Comfort Inn over this place. The only thing I liked about it was its location near Lockwood.

Area recommendations
Downtown, lots to see there within walking distance,. Chas. proper is not that big, so you could leave your car parked at your hotel and walk through much of the downtown area "must see" places & restaurants.
When to go
Very hot & humid in summer. I'd prefer to be there spring or fall.
Must see
Ft, Sumter. Fun to take the boat over and then take the formal tour. Plantations on Ashley River Road are really interesting and beautiful.
A Traveller
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 28 Oct 2011

“BestWestern Downtown Plus - Not too bad”

The initial view of the hotel was not pleasing, especially for the price... I was disappointed with the curb appeal, as well as the quality of the room for the money. I do however like the fact that the hotel is pet friendly --

Area recommendations
Historic District off Meeting Street and the Market
Jamie M from Sydney, Australia
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 25 Oct 2011

“A good night's sleep”

This hotel is a cheaper option on the edge of downtown Charleston, just 5 minutes by car from the more expensive hotels in the middle of downtown. Friendly staff; the restaurant and complimentary breakfast are both a bit basic, but adequate. The important bit: the good night's sleep, was what we enjoyed most.

Alex C from Elizabeth City, NC
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 12 Oct 2011

“Bad location, Bad room”

The first room that I was put in had a horrible smell, actually the entire first floor did. That was the only available room that night so the next day I moved to a different room on a different floor. The smell was better but the rooms looked like they had not been maintained well. Parking at the hotel was just as bad. The first night I had to park very far away from the hotel and after that I was able to park closer but the spots were so tight that my car door got hit. Now my week old car had a huge dent and chipped paint thanks to this crappy hotel. Do not stay here, there are so many more places to choose from in the area.

Area recommendations
Historical downtown Charleston or Mount Pleasant
A Traveller from Warner Robins, GA
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 10 Oct 2011

“Affordable”

The hotel was clean and affordable. Close to downtown with trolley service available.

Area recommendations
Downtown
A Traveller from Richmond, VA
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 5 Oct 2011

“Good hotel for the money”

Nice hotel, friendly staff, enjoyed the complimentary breakfast. Used the nearby bus stop to get to historic section, but if you stay past 8 pm you'll need a taxi to get back. Taxi serivces are readily available and reasonably priced.

Area recommendations
Historic downtown
A Traveller from Columbia,SC
3.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 26 Sep 2011

“Over priced!!!!”

Will not stay here again!!!

Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel

146 Lockwood Blvd Charleston, 29403-5123 South Carolina

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • The Citadel - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
  • Children's Museum of the Lowcountry - 1.7 km / 1 mi
  • Marion Square - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
  • Charleston Museum - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
  • Joseph Manigault House - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
  • St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
  • Charleston's Open Air Market - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
  • Confederate Museum - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
  • The Governor's House Inn - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
  • Gibbes Museum of Art - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
  • The Powder Magazine - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
  • Charleston County Courthouse - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
  • St. Michael's Episcopal Church - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
  • St. Philip's Church - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
  • French Huguenot Church - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi

Location Highlights

  • Marina nearby
  • On river
  • In city center
  • In business district
  • Water nearby

The preferred airport for Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel is Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 13.3 km / 8.3 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Nearest Major Airport:

  • Charleston, SC, United States (CHS-Charleston Intl.)

Area:

Historic Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America: Dating back to Colonial times, Charleston, home to 120,000 people, was nearly obliterated during the American Civil War. However, some historic buildings remain and are popular destinations, including Fort Sumnter, Boone Hall Plantation, and the Old Exchange Buildings. The South Carolina Aquarium, home to 10,000 plants and animals, is another popular tourist attraction.

Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel

146 Lockwood Blvd Charleston, 29403-5123 South Carolina

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