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A modern coffee bar with espresso machines, a coffee station, and a sign promoting coffee.
A vending area with a Coca-Cola Zero fridge, a Twix chocolate dispenser, and a variety of snacks and drinks.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a colorful wall decoration.

1. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Downtown Charleston
United States
Mark
฿3,357
฿3,793 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, several vehicles, and a sign indicating it's a Marriott hotel.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a bench.
A clean, well-lit cafe with a flat-screen TV, buffet counter, and seating area with tables and chairs.

2. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
South Charleston
United States
Joshua
฿3,158
฿3,568 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a central coffee table.
A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a large decorative vase.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of multiple floors.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.

3. Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston
Downtown Charleston
United States
Gretchen
฿4,061
฿4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Embassy Suites Charleston
A modern bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles. There is a seating area with sofas and round tables, and large windows providing a view of the outdoors.
A modern restaurant interior with a long wooden bar, high ceilings, and large windows.
A modern lobby with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a large window offering a view of greenery outside.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase in the background.

4. Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center
Downtown Charleston
United States
stacey
฿2,892
฿3,268 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Charleston Marriott Town Center
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red and beige facade, multiple floors, and a large entrance area with steps leading up to the main entrance.
A lobby with seating, artwork, and a staircase.
A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse. There are two chairs at each desk. The room has wooden shelving with various items and a small reception area with a desk and chair.
A lounge area with seating, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Downtown Charleston
United States
RENAE
฿3,859
฿4,361 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A hot tub area with a pool table and chairs, a wheelchair-accessible lift, and a sign with safety instructions.
A modern dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, overhead lighting, and a kitchen in the background.
An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, lounge chairs, and a clock on the wall.

6. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Ruthdale
United States
Kim
฿3,954
฿4,469 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
A courtyard with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a building with multiple windows and a flat roof.
A pool area with chairs and a changing room.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors, a central entrance, and a parking area.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a kitchen in the background.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Downtown Charleston
United States
Cassie
฿4,389
฿4,960 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass-top table with a fire feature, and a brick building in the background.
A modern kitchen area with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a reception desk to the left.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
South Charleston
United States
Christopher
฿4,454
฿5,033 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
An outdoor patio area with white wicker furniture, a wooden fence, and a building with large windows.
A modern building with large windows, a landscaped garden with shrubs and flowers, and a wooden bench.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a dresser, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A water feature with multiple jets in a circular basin, surrounded by a paved area with a building in the background.

9. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG
South Charleston
United States
Amanda
฿3,665
฿4,142 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG
An indoor pool with clear glass walls, palm trees, and a waterfall feature.
A lobby with a stone fireplace, green upholstered seating, and a large TV screen.
A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with green chairs.
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a television, and bar stools.

10. Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston

Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
Cross Lanes
United States
Melinda
฿3,261
฿3,652 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
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Frequently asked questions

Looking for LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Charleston?
Whether you are travelling with your partner or flying solo, you'll find Charleston hotels that are members of the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association on Expedia. Staying in this family-friendly area will give you access to its shops and restaurants.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Charleston?
Embassy Suites Charleston is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness centre. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG and Charleston Marriott Town Center are other good options for your stay.
How many gay-friendly hotels will I find in Charleston?
There are currently 18 LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options in Charleston.
What are the top places to visit in Charleston?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Charleston has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Charleston Town Center, Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences and GoMart Ballpark. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Laidley Field, West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia State Capitol Building.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Charleston?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Charleston, hotels affiliated with IGLTA operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Charleston hotel?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Charleston and you'll be around like-minded people, so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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