Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Charleston

A historic pink building with green shutters, a black wrought iron fence, and lush greenery.
A grand room with a fireplace, ornate furniture, and a chandelier.
A cobblestone pathway flanked by trees and a building with a sign reading "SING".
A room with a red upholstered sofa, a wooden table with silverware, and a mirror on the wall.
A wooden staircase with a black railing, a wooden cabinet, and a fireplace in a room with yellow walls and wooden floors.

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Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is £137 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£137
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
The Francis Marion Hotel
The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is £148 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£148
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
The Ryder Hotel
The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £321 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£321
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"We got married at the Charleston Place 22 years ago! We have been back there about 17+ times since. The hotel, staff and amenities only get better each year; from personal, hand-written notes, to room service (breakfast) by to pool, to champagne waiting in our room at night!!! It is wonderful to ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

The Charleston Place
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is £206 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£206
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Emeline
 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG

2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is £99 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£99
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,246 reviews)
"Parking was poor. Halls often needed to be vacuumed. Staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG
HarbourView Inn

HarbourView Inn

4 out of 5
2 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is £205 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£205
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Very close to a popular tourist spot so very busy but also very charming and quaint. recommend for couples wanting to just relax"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

HarbourView Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Charleston
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Charleston Historic District

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

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.

King Street

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



Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

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