What is Downtown Charleston like?

Downtown Charleston is a historic neighborhood known for its bar scene and stunning churches. Be sure to check out 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 our traveler data, Emeline is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Charleston. This hotel is steps from Charleston City Market, and offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include The Francis Marion Hotel and The Ryder Hotel .

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Charleston area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Charleston, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1260 Downtown Charleston hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Charleston, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Downtown Charleston.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Charleston?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown Charleston, click here .

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 Forte Jazz Lounge. Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art, and PURE Theatre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Charleston. While you're out sightseeing, Children's Museum of the Lowcountry and Marion Square are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.

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1. The Francis Marion Hotel

Downtown Charleston

Brady

SAR 921 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

2. Andrew Pinckney Inn

Downtown Charleston

Kimberly

SAR 967 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining table set with breakfast items, surrounded by chairs, in an outdoor patio area with brick walls and a decorative fountain.

3. Indigo Inn

Downtown Charleston

SILU

SAR 727 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A table set with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, a lantern, and a small plate of fruit.

4. French Quarter Inn

Downtown Charleston

Josh

SAR 1,592 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious bar area with high stools, a long wooden bar counter, and a kitchen area with shelves and appliances.

5. The Restoration

Downtown Charleston

Michael

SAR 1,534 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, wooden tables, and a patterned rug.

6. Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

Downtown Charleston

David

SAR 909 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a checkered armchair, a round table, a framed abstract artwork, and a lamp.

7. Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Charleston

Abram

SAR 1,414 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a central arched entrance, multiple windows with shutters, and a person walking in front.

8. Fulton Lane Inn

Downtown Charleston

Cristi

SAR 984 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a ground-level restaurant.

9. The Spectator Hotel

Downtown Charleston

Robert

SAR 1,531 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor tables and chairs, a small water feature, and lush greenery.

10. Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Charleston

Kathleen Mary Braun

SAR 1,201 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a brick fireplace, white sofas, and string lights.

11. Emeline

Downtown Charleston

dave

SAR 1,292 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a fountain, and a building with white columns and balconies.

12. The Meeting Street Inn

Downtown Charleston

Karina

SAR 984 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A poolside lounge area with wicker chairs, a bar, and a pool.

13. The Ryder Hotel

Downtown Charleston

Pamela

SAR 1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A courtyard with a fountain, outdoor seating, and a brick building with balconies.

14. The Nickel Hotel

Downtown Charleston

Susan

SAR 1,298 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

15. Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

Downtown Charleston

Margie

SAR 774 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

16. HarbourView Inn

Downtown Charleston

Kristin

SAR 1,460 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

17. Hotel Richemont

Downtown Charleston

Mckenzie

SAR 1,329 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern bar area with multiple taps, a long counter, and seating arrangements.

18. Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District

Downtown Charleston

Julia

SAR 1,044 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a mural, and a pergola.

19. The Ansonborough

Downtown Charleston

Robert

SAR 1,281 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A couple dining at a rooftop restaurant with a city skyline and a church spire in the background.

20. The Vendue

Downtown Charleston

Joseph

SAR 1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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

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Charleston Historic District

Explore this National Historic Landmark District, boasting an unparalleled collection of 18th and 19th-century architecture, including Charleston "single houses." Nearby Ansonborough features fine Greek Revival houses and historic civic buildings.

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James Island

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Cannonborough Elliotborough

While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.

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Princess St and King St intersecting with classic brick buildings and a street lamp.

King Street

While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.

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Harleston Village

If you're spending some time in Harleston Village, Marion Square and The Riviera Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

The Vendue

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were kept nicely. Every morning there were fresh baked goods and fruit hanging on the door and coffee in the lobby. Wine in the afternoon. Great location, Close to all the east bay street restaurants and city market. Interesting art work throughout the hotel. Staff were all pleasant and helpful. Would definitely stay there again."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel with clean nicely appointed rooms. The location is very convenient to medical center area. On premise parking is basically nonexistent but they do provide parking at a nearby parking garage. Front desk staff needs a remedial course in customer service. Not sure I’ve ever encountered someone so unfriendly and unwelcoming. This will certainly be a factor when considering lodging for future trips to the area."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very. Hospitable to us. Historic location very cool. Lots of street noise in the middle night was a challenge: sounded like garbage trucks, big machinery running. Woke us up around 3:30 am first night. Car park fee very expensive. No place to self park."

Andrew Pinckney Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very well appointed, clean, well staffed historical property right in the heart of the historic district. Extremely close to worthwhile horse drawn carriage rides and shopping galore at the famed city market and small street side shops. Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, plentiful and fresh! The staff were so friendly for breakfast and afternoon cheeses & wine, also complimentary! Valet service went beyond plus the bicycle taxis were also readily available and reasonable."

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Our top choices for Downtown Charleston hotels

1. The Francis Marion Hotel

2. Andrew Pinckney Inn

3. Indigo Inn

4. French Quarter Inn

5. The Restoration

6. Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District

7. Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

8. Fulton Lane Inn

9. The Spectator Hotel

10. Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel

11. Emeline

12. The Meeting Street Inn

13. The Ryder Hotel

14. The Nickel Hotel

15. Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

16. HarbourView Inn

17. Hotel Richemont

18. Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District

19. The Ansonborough

20. The Vendue

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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Charleston Historic District

James Island

Cannonborough Elliotborough

King Street

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Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

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