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A spacious room with a long table and multiple seating options, including a bench and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window with a view of greenery.

A person sitting by a pool with a sign for a motor inn in the background.

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

1. Starlight Motor Inn

9 mi from Fort Sumter

Malcolm

£88

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern lobby with a candy store, seating area, and a TV screen.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.

A modern lounge area with grey upholstered chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden wall, and a patterned rug.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a bench.

2. Candlewood Suites Charleston Mt Pleasant by IHG

3.8 mi from Fort Sumter

Stephanie

£87

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and decorative lighting.

A modern lounge area with seating, a counter, and hanging chairs.

A modern hotel with a pool, surrounded by trees and a sunset sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

3. Tru by Hilton Mt Pleasant Charleston

4.9 mi from Fort Sumter

Maria

£92

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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 lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.

A modern hotel lobby with a round seating area, a chandelier, and a patterned floor.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant

4.2 mi from Fort Sumter

Allecia

£96

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

5. Quality Inn Mt. Pleasant - Charleston

3.7 mi from Fort Sumter

Amanda

£78

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A narrow brick pathway flanked by buildings with balconies and potted plants.

A spacious outdoor seating area with multiple sofas and chairs, a wooden coffee table, and round ottomans.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large window, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with pendant lights, a dining area with stools, a sofa with cushions, and a large painting on the wall.

6. Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

Ansonborough, 4.1 mi from Fort Sumter

Margie

£195

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a mezzanine level, and multiple seating areas including sofas and chairs.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Patriots Point

3.4 mi from Fort Sumter

Michelle

£95

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with seating.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.

A swimming pool with a lifeguard stand, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A spacious hotel lobby with a stone accent wall, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

8. Staybridge Suites Charleston - Mount Pleasant by IHG

3.6 mi from Fort Sumter

Natasha

£117

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a dining area.

An outdoor patio with stone countertops, a grill, and wicker furniture.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a 'hello' sign, and a vending machine.

A compact kitchen with a coffee maker, microwave, and built-in oven.

9. TownePlace Suites Charleston Mt. Pleasant

4.2 mi from Fort Sumter

Nadia

£111

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirror.

A modern kitchen with a Keurig coffee maker, a coffee station, a large mirror, and artwork on the wall.

A modern lounge area with a black sofa, wooden stools, and contemporary chairs.

10. Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

4.8 mi from Fort Sumter

£103

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a flat-screen TV, and bar stools.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There are potted plants and a painting on the wall.

A modern office space with a large desk, multiple chairs, a computer, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

An outdoor patio with brick walls, a fire pit, and outdoor furniture.

11. Hyatt House Charleston / Mount Pleasant

4.7 mi from Fort Sumter

Marsha

£106

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

Two fishing boats docked at a pier with calm water and a clear sky.

A bar area with wooden stools and a white counter, overlooking a dock and boats.

A marina with boats docked, a pool area with lounge chairs, and a sign for 'Palmetto Breeze'.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

12. Shem Creek Inn

2.8 mi from Fort Sumter

Carol

£142

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wooden chairs, and a view of a residential building.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a minibar, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a view of a bridge.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window.

A bar area with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, shelves with bottles, and a patterned floor.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Patriots Point

3.5 mi from Fort Sumter

Karen Gay

£150

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a brick building with large windows.

A modern hotel with a prominent bridge in the background, featuring multiple floors and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a herringbone-patterned floor, a central arched doorway, and potted plants on either side of the staircase.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a chandelier, and a view of the upper floor.

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant

2.6 mi from Fort Sumter

David

£144

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious room with exposed wooden beams, a large chandelier, leather sofas, and a wooden cabinet.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central fireplace, and a cozy seating arrangement including a sofa and armchairs.

A bar area with a brick wall, wooden ceiling, and a chandelier. There are six bar stools and a bar counter with bottles and glasses.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a fireplace, and a portrait on the wall.

15. The Ansonborough

Ansonborough, 3.8 mi from Fort Sumter

Dominica

£133

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern kitchen with a central island, a chalkboard menu, and a sign promoting waffles.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a picture on the wall.

A modern hotel with a 'Welcome' sign, a flag, and a 'Hampton Inn' sign.

A coffee station with four dispensers labeled 'Hot Water,' 'Decaf Roast,' 'Light Roast,' and 'Dark Roast.' There are framed artworks on the wall and a desk with a computer and chair.

16. Hampton Inn Charleston/Mount Pleasant-Patriots Point

3.6 mi from Fort Sumter

Kelly

£103

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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 coastal town with beachfront properties and a marina.

A resort with multiple buildings, two swimming pools, and a beach area with sun loungers.

17. Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

8.6 mi from Fort Sumter

Kayla

£197

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern interior with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A kitchen with teal cabinetry, a granite countertop, and various kitchen appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.

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.

18. Andrew Pinckney Inn

Ansonborough, 3.8 mi from Fort Sumter

Jill

£141

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern kitchen with a central island, grey cabinets, and a brick accent wall.

A modern dining area with a round table, blue chairs, and white walls.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

19. 360 King

King Street, 4.2 mi from Fort Sumter

donna

£178

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Two champagne flutes on a ledge with a view of a pier and a body of water.

A chandelier with multiple candles, a map of the Atlantic Ocean, and a compass rose.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a balcony with a view, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

A brick building with a sign reading "Harbour View Inn" and a two-story structure with balconies.

20. HarbourView Inn

French Quarter, 3.5 mi from Fort Sumter

Margie

£195

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Fort Sumter

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Starlight Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 816 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Charleston Mt Pleasant by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 648 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Mt Pleasant Charleston	9.2 Wonderful 1,477 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Quality Inn Mt. Pleasant - Charleston	8.4 Very good 1,651 reviews	View

Top Fort Sumter Hotel Reviews

The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

8/10 Good

"Fantastic 3 night stay! The hotel exceeded our expectations. Our harbor view room was spacious and comfortable. Lovely balcony with a great view. We enjoyed the pool and fitness center. Great location with easy drive to beaches or Charleston."

Emeline

10/10 Excellent

"We cannot say enough about our stay at the Emeline. The entire staff was exceptional - anything we needed, they were there to help. We will absolutely return!!"

The Ryder Hotel

8/10 Good

"We had a great time. Staff was very nice. The $50 dollar early check was not our favorite. But overall very cute. Totally great for girl trips."

The Cooper

10/10 Excellent

"Great some noise from renovations above us otherwise very nice"

Shem Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Love this property. Do your self a favor and make sure you stay long enough to enjoy all that it has to offer."

The Vendue

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was extremely friendly and helpful."

The Francis Marion Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location and we got a room on the top floor. The welcome reception was very nice. Property is dated and needs a refresh but for the price was great. I would stay there again"

Andrew Pinckney Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my stay..very clean staff was very helpful.great location.."

Other attractions near Fort Sumter

A historical site with cannons, a brick pathway, and a grassy hill.

Fort Moultrie

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about more than 240 years of seacoast defense, from the American Revolution to World War II, at this important fort on South Carolina’s Sullivan’s Island.

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A tall tower with a white base and a dark top, surrounded by a grassy area and a house with lit windows.

Charleston Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Sullivan's Island when you spend time at Charleston Lighthouse.

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Osceola's Grave

Enjoy a stop at Osceola's Grave, a landmark worth seeing in Sullivan's Island. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.

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Pitt Street Bridge

10.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of Mount Pleasant when you take a trip to Pitt Street Bridge. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the churches in the area.

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Fort Wagner

You can find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Fort Wagner. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

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United States Coast Guard Historic District

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Sullivan's Island with a stop at United States Coast Guard Historic District. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Alhambra Hall

After visiting Alhambra Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Pleasant.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Sumter?

Fort Sumter is located in a historic area of Charleston known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. You'll find 1506 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Fort Sumter?

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Fort Sumter. Other good options within 5 miles include The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina and The Charleston Place.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Fort Sumter?

Expedia has 1506 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Fort Sumter.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Sumter, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Fort Sumter.

What can I see and do near Fort Sumter?

Patriots Point, USS Yorktown and Gibbes Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Rainbow Row, Dock Street Theater and Charleston City Market. You can catch a show at Charleston Gaillard Center, Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

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Our top choices for Fort Sumter hotels

1. Starlight Motor Inn

2. Candlewood Suites Charleston Mt Pleasant by IHG

3. Tru by Hilton Mt Pleasant Charleston

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mount Pleasant

5. Quality Inn Mt. Pleasant - Charleston

6. Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Patriots Point

8. Staybridge Suites Charleston - Mount Pleasant by IHG

9. TownePlace Suites Charleston Mt. Pleasant

10. Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

11. Hyatt House Charleston / Mount Pleasant

12. Shem Creek Inn

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Patriots Point

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant

15. The Ansonborough

16. Hampton Inn Charleston/Mount Pleasant-Patriots Point

17. Wild Dunes Resort – Sweetgrass Inn and Boardwalk Inn

18. Andrew Pinckney Inn

19. 360 King

20. HarbourView Inn

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Top Fort Sumter Hotel Reviews

The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Emeline

The Ryder Hotel

The Cooper

Shem Creek Inn

The Vendue

The Francis Marion Hotel

Andrew Pinckney Inn

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Other attractions near Fort Sumter

Fort Moultrie

Charleston Lighthouse

Osceola's Grave

Pitt Street Bridge

Fort Wagner

United States Coast Guard Historic District

Alhambra Hall

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