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The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was clean & staff friendly. Great coffee shop and location was perfect to walk everywhere. "
United States
Janet
The Ryder Hotel

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Fabulous stay in a great location."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ฿6,266
฿8,434 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Bennett

Hotel Bennett
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (984 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Christopher
The price is ฿12,865
฿14,738 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hotel Bennett

The Pinch Hotel

The Pinch Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)
"Wonderful stay at The Pinch! The staff is lovely, friendly and helpful. They were able to offer us an upgrade, and the accommodations are well-designed with high-end finishes. Absolutely recommend! "
United States
Heather
The Pinch Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,064 reviews)
"great location, Beautiful older hotel, staff very friendly and helpful"
United States
elizabeth
The price is ฿4,501
฿5,131 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice , helpful and friendly staff, great location. Great ambiance for family vacation. "
United States
Nazanin
The Charleston Place

The Palmetto Hotel

The Palmetto Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (878 reviews)
"Great staff/breakfast/bar"
United States
Kelly
The price is ฿6,889
฿7,925 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
The Palmetto Hotel

The Dewberry Charleston

The Dewberry Charleston
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay, terrific room, superb location. Staff was efficient and very pleasant."
United States
William
The price is ฿10,663
฿12,228 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Dewberry Charleston

BIJOU, Boutique Inn

BIJOU, Boutique Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (145 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lori
The price is ฿4,305
฿4,908 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
BIJOU, Boutique Inn

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,170 reviews)
"Great staff, clean, great location, very nice breakfast"
United States
Helen Mary
The price is ฿4,246
฿4,913 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

French Quarter Inn

French Quarter Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent service and beautiful inn"
United States
Corinna
French Quarter Inn

Zero George Street

Zero George Street
5.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"A delightful stay in a delightful setting. "
United States
Tommy
The price is ฿8,465
฿9,793 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Zero George Street

The Loutrel

The Loutrel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great service, great rooms, great amenities. "
United States
Ignacio
The Loutrel

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"Location was great. Staff was great. Room was nice with a charm to it. Snacks and breakfast were wonderful. "
United States
Ashvin
John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

The Restoration

The Restoration
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ฿7,417
฿8,716 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Restoration

The Spectator Hotel

The Spectator Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (996 reviews)
"My new favorite hotel !! we loved every bit of our stay and will definitely be back !!"
United States
Ashlee
The Spectator Hotel

Andrew Pinckney Inn

Andrew Pinckney Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,455 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great breakfast, comfy bed, great location"
United States
diann helen
Andrew Pinckney Inn

Fulton Lane Inn

Fulton Lane Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location, very clean room and bathroom, great staff and amenities."
United States
Juan
Fulton Lane Inn

Kings Courtyard Inn

Kings Courtyard Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (948 reviews)
"Lovely welcoming little sanctuary in perfect location. Very nice helpful staff. Room and bedding very good. "
United States
Michelle
The price is ฿5,630
฿6,500 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Kings Courtyard Inn

The Iris Charleston

The Iris Charleston
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 reviews)
"Room was extremely clean. The dishwasher and all in one washer dryer was very convenient! "
United States
Jared
The price is ฿2,979
฿5,547 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
The Iris Charleston
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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
Learn more about Downtown Charleston

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.

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.

Harleston Village

While visiting Harleston Village, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Colonial Lake.

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 Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site or Citadel Mall.

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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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 Expedia customer reviews, 86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only is the highest ranked property in Downtown Charleston. This inn is a short 7-minute walk from Medical University of South Carolina, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Zero George Street and The Loutrel.
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 1287 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.