Downtown Charleston Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel
This hotel is all about the location. If you are expecting a modern hotel this isn’t it, you can tell the rooms and in general the hotel is outdated. But the room was spacious, bathroom was tiny though.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The Ryder Hotel
Great location. Pool and bar are fantastic. Never had hot water. Cold showers are not the vibe.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston Dwtn - Westedge by IHG
Breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Emeline
Great location, awesome restruant and bar, along with great service.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Had a wonderful stay and cannot thank staff enough for the exceptional hospitality. The room and lobby were stunning.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Vendue
Close to shops. Everybody was very friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Charleston

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

Radcliffeborough
While Radcliffeborough may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall.

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

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.

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.

Ansonborough
If you're spending some time in Ansonborough, South Carolina Aquarium and International African American Museum are top sights worth seeing.
