The Best Small
Luxury Hotels in Charleston

Charming. Historic. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. This Charleston, South Carolina hotel was built in 1763 and has been restored. The rooms feature free Wi-Fi. The College of Charleston is within walking distance from the hotel. At the John Rutledge House Inn, guest rooms include a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Every room includes a sitting area and robes. A refrigerator is also available in each room. The John Rutledge Inn offers a daily continental breakfast served in the guest room, the ballroom or the courtyard. The hotel provides free afternoon and evening drinks. A 24-hour concierge service is also available. The Medical University of South Carolina is minutes from the House of John Rutledge. The South Carolina Aquarium is a short drive from the hotel. Show full description

Elegant. Great value. This 1920s-inspired boutique Spectator Hotel in Charleston is less than 4 minutes’ walk from the historic Charleston City Market and Port of Charleston. Features include a bar, personalised butler service, and free WiFi in public areas. Some suites have a landmark view of the historic city centre, small seating area, or minibar. The bar, styled as a speakeasy, serves Prohibition-era inspired spirits. A gourmet in-room continental breakfast is offered complimentary. A flat-screen cable TV and iPod dock are provided in each boutique-style room at The Spectator Hotel. Butler services include a personalised experience through services such as turndown service, shoe shine, and packing/unpacking. The reception is open 24 hours, and concierge services are available for added convenience. The hotel is 400 metres from Charleston Waterfront Park and 644 metres from the Shops At Charleston Place. Charleston International Airport is 15 km away. Show full description

Delightful property. Stylish. Cosy rooms. Opened April 2022. Situated in Charleston, 400 metres from Marion Square, The Pinch Charleston features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The hotel has a terrace and city views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms have a kitchen with a dishwasher. At the hotel every room comes with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near The Pinch Charleston include Charleston Museum, South Carolina Aquarium and Charleston Waterfront Park. The nearest airport is Charleston International, 18 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Charming. Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Set in Charleston, 1.2 km from Cannon Park, 86 Cannon Historic Inn - Adults Only offers accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is 1.2 km from Charleston Museum, and within 700 metres of the city centre. The units come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near 86 Cannon Historic Inn - Adults Only include Harmon Field, Marion Square and The Citadel Archives and Museum. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 18 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Nice style. Elegant. Rooftop pool. Situated in Charleston, 300 metres from Charleston Museum, Hotel Bennett Charleston features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 300 metres from the city centre and 200 metres from Marion Square. At the hotel rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms have a coffee machine, while certain rooms come with a balcony and others also boast city views. At Hotel Bennett Charleston each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, French and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Hotel Bennett Charleston include South Carolina Aquarium, Cannon Park and Charleston Waterfront Park. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 18 km from the hotel. Show full description

Beautiful. Cosy rooms. Nice interior design. Opened June 2021. Located in Charleston, 500 metres from Charleston Waterfront Park, The Loutrel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.6 km from Charleston Museum and around 1.6 km from South Carolina Aquarium. The property is 1.3 km from Marion Square, and within 1.2 km of the city centre. All units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Loutrel every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Cannon Park is 2.6 km from The Loutrel, while Harmon Field is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 19 km from the hotel. Show full description

Rooftop pool. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. This 4-star Downtown Charleston hotel is 3 minutes' walk of Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park. The hotel offers a rooftop pool with mosaic bottom, free WiFi, as well as 2 on-site restaurants. Grill 225 steakhouse serves fresh seafood with an extensive wine list and dessert menu. Pavilion Bar offers a full lunch and dinner menu on the rooftop terrace. Corporate-style meeting rooms, private dining, and semi-private dining can be arranged for a fee. A flat-screen TV, desk, and sitting area are standard in each guest room at the Market Pavilion Hotel. Extras include an Italian marble bath with a separate shower and bathtub. Some suites include concierge parlour access with heavy hors d’oeuvres. The French Quarter is within 1.6 km of the Market Hotel, while the College of Charleston is 5 minutes' drive away. The King Street shopping district is 600 metres from the hotel. Show full description

Romantic. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Opened October 2021. The Palmetto Hotel, Charleston is well set in the centre of Charleston, and provides a fitness centre, free WiFi and a bar. The property is located 1.7 km from Charleston Museum, 2.7 km from Cannon Park and 4.2 km from Harmon Field. Private parking is available on site. A continental breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Staff at The Palmetto Hotel, Charleston are available to provide guidance at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Charleston Waterfront Park, Marion Square and South Carolina Aquarium. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 19 km from The Palmetto Hotel, Charleston. Show full description

Stylish. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Opened January 2022. Conveniently located in the centre of Charleston, The Iris offers 5-star accommodation close to Harmon Field and Charleston Museum. The property is set 2 km from Hampton Park, 2.1 km from Cannon Park and 2.3 km from The Citadel. Private parking is available on site. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a dishwasher, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a city view. At The Iris all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Marion Square, The Citadel Archives and Museum and The Citadel Daniel Museum. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 17 km from The Iris. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples and women. Built in 1840, this restored boutique hotel is 1 km from the College of Charleston and features a complimentary breakfast on the rooftop terrace and free WiFi. Rooms include a 32-inch flat-screen TV, and 750 metres from Waterfront Park. Gilchrist & Soames toiletries, an iHome docking station, and small seating area are standard in every guest room at this Charleston Andrew Pinckney Inn. Bathrooms have Italian Travertine porcelain tiles and granite counter tops. Suites have a sofa bed. The reception is open 24 hours, and the concierge desk can help Andrew Pinckney Inn guests schedule horse drawn carriage tours, and museum visits. Valet parking is provided for a daily fee. Charleston City Market is 300 metres from Andrew Pinckney Inn, while Waterfront Park and Washington Square are 9 minutes' walk away. The King Street shopping district is 500 metres away. Show full description

Historic. Great location. Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton features on-site dining and is located in Charleston city centre. Each room offers a 55-inch flat-screen TV and guests will have access to an outdoor pool. A work desk, in-room coffee-making facilities, and a cable TV are included. A fitness room is on site at Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton. The Iron Rose is the Restaurant at this Charleston hotel, which is open for all meals and serves Southern Fine Dining Cuisine. The Black Door Cafe mostly serves coffee and pastries. This hotel is less than 5 minutes’ walk from the Charleston City Market. White Point Garden on the Ashley River Waterfront is less than 1 mile away. Show full description

Great value. Rooftop bar. Located in Charleston's Historic District, the Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston, Autograph Collection is home to the Grand Bohemian Gallery, an art showcase of local and global art in various mediums. The Gibbes Museum of Art is 7 minutes' walk from the boutique hotel. Free WiFi, a flat-screen cable TV, and desk are included in all the rooms at the Charleston Bohemian Hotel. Air conditioning, ironing facilities, and a private bathroom with a bath or shower are also included. Complimentary champagne is available upon arrival. The property's rooftop restaurant serves culinary creations made with locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy the rooftop terrace or reading in the on-site library, which includes a business centre. Wine-blending from a curated wine selection is offered. Charleston's Waterfront Park is 1.3 km from the Autograph Collection Hotel. The Old Slave Mart Museum is 1 km away, and Marion Square is 6 minutes' walk away. College of Charleston is only 600 metres from the hotel. Show full description

Elegant. Overlooking Charleston City Market on Market Street, this historic French Quarter Inn welcomes guests with champagne at check-in and serves a free daily gourmet continental breakfast. Waterfront Park is 450 m away. All vintage-inspired rooms have free WiFi, a 40-inch flat-screen TV, Blu-Ray and DVD player, and a small refrigerator. Breakfast is served in the lobby, terrace, or in-room upon request. A port wine and cheese reception and freshly baked cookies with milk are served every evening. Guests can enjoy flavoured iced teas and snacks all day in the lobby. Guests can also expect evening turndown service with a local treat. Free bike rental, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk are available as well. Massages can be requested in-room for a fee. The King Street shopping and dining area is 450 m from the inn. The South Carolina Aquarium are Liberty Square are 16 minutes' walk away. Show full description

Resort. Beautiful. Great views. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina is located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool with a hot tub and sun terrace, and direct harbor access. Each room at this resort is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room comes with a private bathroom. A free trolley to the beach on Sullivan's Island (15 minutes' drive away) is provided. A 24-hour front desk and gift shop are directly on the property. A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing and cycling. The resort also offers free use of bicycles. On-site dining options include Bridge Bar, which offers views of USS Yorktown and Charleston, Reel Bar, and Indigo Grille. Charleston Harbor Fish House features open-air waterfront dining and local seafood. Cold War Submarine Memorial is 500 metres from Beach Club at Charleston Harbor, while USS Yorktown State Park is 500 metres from the property. Charleston International Airport is 16 km away. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Charming. Great breakfast. Popular among women. Set in Charleston, within 200 metres of I'on Club and 4.4 km of USS Yorktown State Park, Inn at I'On, Ascend Hotel Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 4.4 km from Fort Sumter Ferry - Patriots Point, 9 km from Charleston Museum and 9 km from South Carolina Aquarium. Local points of interest like Charleston Waterfront Park and Peninsula Grill are reachable within 10 km and 10 km, respectively. At the hotel every room includes a private bathroom. Guests at Inn at I'On, Ascend Hotel Collection can enjoy a continental breakfast. Fort Sumter Ferry - Liberty Square is 9 km from the accommodation, while Marion Square is 9 km away. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 23 km from Inn at I'On, Ascend Hotel Collection. Show full description

Rooftop pool. This historic hotel is located in Charleston city centre 482 metres from College of Charleston and 1.6 km from South Carolina Aquarium. Offerings include 3 restaurants, 4 bars, and a full-service spa. An indoor and outdoor saltwater pool and a fitness centre are featured at the The Charleston Place. Shops and a full-service concierge are also available on site. The rooftop Clocktower Terrace bar located at the pool deck is available to guests. The Charleston Grill is on site, which features live jazz and modern Southern American cuisine. Guests can have breakfast and lunch in the casual Palmetto Cafe or a cocktail in the Thoroughbred Club. Free WiFi, a cable TV, and an en suite with bathrobes are provided in each room at The Charleston Place. Room service is available 24 hours. The hotel is 100 metres from Peninsula Grill, 300 metres from Charleston Historic District and 500 metres from Old Slave Mart Museum. Charleston International Airport is 15 km away. Show full description

Great location. Great views. Overlooking Historic Charleston Harbor and Waterfront Park, this luxury boutique hotel features elegant rooms with a 49-inch flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Extras include a free afternoon wine and cheese reception and rooftop skyline tour. A original artwork, and a small refrigerator are featured in all Old World-inspired rooms at Harbourview Inn. A hardwood desk. A valet laundry service is available Monday through Saturday for a fee. Snacks and iced tea are served in the Atrium Lobby, which also features hand-crafted wood furnishings by Art Welling, a 2nd generation master craftsman. Fresh coffee is available 24 hours in the lobby, and the business centre is open 24 hours. The Gibbes Museum of Art and the Charleston City Market are within 10 minutes' walk of the Charleston Harborview Inn. The South Carolina Aquarium is 1.6 km from the hotel. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among women. Opened August 2020. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Charleston. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. The hotel has family rooms. USS Yorktown State Park is 1.9 km from the hotel, while Patriots Point Links is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Charleston International Airport, 21 km from Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Great value. The new branded DoubleTree by Hilton Charleston Mt. Pleasant hotel is located SW of Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre, minutes from Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, Shipyard Park with quick access to I-526 and US-17. Beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches are just 10 minutes away and downtown Charleston attractions such as the aquarium, historic city market and the most beloved Battery with its scenic promenade and historic park are less than 20 minutes away. Choose from a wide variety of local eateries or dine on our lighter fare menu featuring delicious pub style foods or relax with a cocktail from our lounge Tuesday - Saturday. A delightful breakfast is available daily for a surcharge. Newly renovated sleeping rooms feature a king or 2 queen beds, microwave, refrigerator, 55" smart TV, WIFI, desk and safe in every room. Bathrooms feature a hairdryer with upgraded toiletries. Hotel feature and outdoor pool, business center, a 24-hour convenience market offering food, snacks and beverages and meeting facilities for up to 150 ppl along with complimentary parking. Charleston International Airport is only 16 miles away from this most desired location to experience Mt. Pleasant/Charleston, South Carolina. Show full description