What's it like in Downtown Charleston?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Charleston's Downtown Charleston neighborhood. Be sure to check out Charleston Town Center and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences as part of your Downtown Charleston travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Charleston?

Based on our traveler data, Embassy Suites Charleston is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Charleston. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Charleston Marriott Town Center and Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Charleston area?

With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Charleston to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Charleston area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Charleston.

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

For additional details about updating your trip to Downtown Charleston or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Charleston?

While you're in Downtown Charleston, you can catch a show at Charleston Stage Company, Mountain Stage, and Children s Theatre of Charleston. You could also plan a visit to Charleston Town Center or Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Charleston include The Art Emporium, Avampato Discovery Museum, and Gallery Eleven. While you're out sightseeing, Heritage Towers and Capitol Market are a couple of additional sights to visit in Charleston.

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1. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Downtown Charleston

Mark

NT$4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A courtyard with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Downtown Charleston

Cassie

NT$4,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles. There is a seating area with sofas and round tables, and large windows providing a view of the outdoors.

3. Charleston Marriott Town Center

Downtown Charleston

Amy Karaman

NT$3,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a central coffee table.

4. Embassy Suites Charleston

Downtown Charleston

Gretchen

NT$4,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red and beige facade, multiple floors, and a large entrance area with steps leading up to the main entrance.

5. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Downtown Charleston

RENAE

NT$4,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A snack display with various packaged foods and a refrigerated section.

6. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

Downtown Charleston

Kathy

NT$4,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A reception area with a counter, seating area with patterned sofas, and a modern ceiling design.

7. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Downtown Charleston

Roger

NT$2,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a well-lit ceiling.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Downtown Charleston

Susceth Cristal

NT$3,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and string lights.

9. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

2.5 km from Downtown Charleston

Rebecca

NT$3,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass-top table with a fire feature, and a brick building in the background.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

5.3 km from Downtown Charleston

Charles

NT$4,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, several vehicles, and a sign indicating it's a Marriott hotel.

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

5 km from Downtown Charleston

Shaun

NT$3,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Sleep Inn hotel with a two-story building, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

12. Sleep Inn Charleston North

6.2 km from Downtown Charleston

Joel

NT$3,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with white wicker furniture, a wooden fence, and a building with large windows.

13. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

5.3 km from Downtown Charleston

Amanda

NT$4,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, and a wooden floor.

14. Comfort Inn Charleston South

Kanawha City, 8 km from Downtown Charleston

Racheal

NT$3,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with coffee machines, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG

Kanawha City, 7.7 km from Downtown Charleston

Tad

NT$3,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

16. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

Ruthdale, 8.4 km from Downtown Charleston

Kim

NT$3,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central bar, and a kitchen area in the background.

17. Quality Inn Charleston South

Kanawha City, 8 km from Downtown Charleston

Jared

NT$2,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, a sofa set, and a large potted plant.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV

Kanawha City, 7.9 km from Downtown Charleston

Benjamin

NT$2,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Two single beds with headboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a telephone.

19. Budget Host Inn Charleston

7.4 km from Downtown Charleston

Marla F

NT$2,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wooden dresser, and large windows with curtains.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area

8.8 km from Downtown Charleston

John

NT$2,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Charleston

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,202 reviews	View
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown	2.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Embassy Suites Charleston	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,468 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

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

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Teays Valley

While visiting Teays Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Teays Valley Lakes and Hurricane Lake.

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Kanawha City

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kanawha City. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanawha Mall Shopping Center or Kanawha Landing.

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South Hills

While visiting South Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve and Cox-Morton House.

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West Side

While visiting West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Patrick Street Plaza Shopping Center and Ruffner Memorial Park.

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East End Historic District

Discover a mix of architectural styles, including Greek Revival and Victorian Queen Anne, in this national historic district. Visit the West Virginia State Capitol complex and Holly Grove Mansion for a glimpse into history.

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Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Clean updated room, friendly staff, and good free breakfast."

Embassy Suites Charleston

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were very nice, and very clean! The staff were all so kind, a wonderful complimentary breakfast, and the rooms and beds were very cozy and comfortable! The only complaint we had was the elevators. 2/3 elevators were down, which things happen and that’s okay! But it turns out one elevator has been down for over a year, and the other had been down for 7 months. This is an incredibly busy hotel and it would turn to a 15-20 minute wait every time we had to change floors. This is not a reflection on staff but more on the owners who are not taking care of the property. It was very sad watching cleaning staff struggle to get everything done due to the elevators. They definitely need raises, they are working so incredibly hard."

Charleston Marriott Town Center

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and nice and the property itself was very nice as well, the parking garage had plenty of space. My only complaint was with the AC, even setting it to the lowest it would go my room still felt a little stuffy, the bathroom was nice and the bed was very comfy. Overall I enjoyed my stay, the staff were very nice and welcoming as well."

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1. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

2. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

3. Charleston Marriott Town Center

4. Embassy Suites Charleston

5. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

6. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

7. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

8. Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

9. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

12. Sleep Inn Charleston North

13. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

14. Comfort Inn Charleston South

15. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG

16. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

17. Quality Inn Charleston South

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV

19. Budget Host Inn Charleston

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area

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