Downtown Charleston Travel Guide

Charleston

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Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions

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College of Charleston

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Named by Travel + Leisure as “America's Most Beautiful College Campus” in 2017, this South Carolina institution is engaging for visitors and beloved by students.
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Top hotels in Downtown Charleston

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹19,858 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹19,858
₹27,542 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,750 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable, area was perfect and was within walking distance to shopping/restaurants/scenery."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is ₹16,674 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹16,674
₹19,008 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,366 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is ₹13,227 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹13,227
₹19,849 total
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,077 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staying in the 4 th floor is complicated because of the building layout. But had a fun time."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The Ryder Hotel
The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is ₹35,120 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹35,120
₹44,650 total
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The Charleston Place
The Vendue

The Vendue

4 out of 5
19 Vendue Range Charleston SC
The price is ₹16,707 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹16,707
₹21,366 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,078 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The Vendue
Hotel Bennett

Hotel Bennett

5 out of 5
404 King St Charleston SC
The price is ₹42,298 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹42,298
₹48,440 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"If you are looking for a true fine-dining experience where people actually dress up, save your money. This is absolutely not the place to take your date or spouse for an anniversary. We booked a stay at Hotel Bennett and dined at Gabrielle specifically because we wanted a 5-star atmosphere with a ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel Bennett
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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