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Lobby

1. Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,471 reviews)
"We had a good time at the Embassy. The staff was excellent, friendly & helpful. We ate at the bar & the food was good. I would highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Darice
The price is NT$3,586
NT$4,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Embassy Suites Charleston
Breakfast meal

2. Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,215 reviews)
"Good spot for an overnight and breakfast on your trip."
United States
Mark
The price is NT$3,052
NT$3,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
Exterior

3. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, nice room, helpful staff"
United States
Gustavus
The price is NT$3,653
NT$4,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Property amenity

4. Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This is my 3rd stay at this location and my family and I absolutely love it. It's well maintained, quiet, and withing walking distance of the Civic Center. My son of course loves the pool."
United States
Jason B
The price is NT$4,155
NT$4,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
Bar (on property)

5. Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice place and close to everything!"
United States
Billy
The price is NT$2,738
NT$3,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Lobby

6. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center
2.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
7.6 out of 10, Good, (129 reviews)
"Wonderful location, wonderful staff, and terrific breakfast."
United States
Roger
The price is NT$2,520
NT$2,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center
Snack bar

7. Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean. Conveniently located. Staff very friendly."
United States
Lindsay
The price is NT$3,718
NT$4,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown
Reception

8. Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Walter
The price is NT$2,804
NT$3,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
Terrace/patio

9. Sonesta ES Suites Charleston

Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and clean hotel."
United States
James
The price is NT$3,304
NT$3,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Exterior

10. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
2.0 star property
5 km from Downtown Charleston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,100 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Joshua
The price is NT$2,989
NT$3,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
View from property

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Downtown Charleston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (646 reviews)
"Great place to stay. We will come back"
United States
Christopher
The price is NT$4,216
NT$4,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
Breakfast area

12. Sleep Inn Charleston North

Sleep Inn Charleston North
2.5 star property
6.2 km from Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Joel
The price is NT$2,915
NT$3,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sleep Inn Charleston North
Reception

13. Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge

Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
2.5 star property
Ruthdale, 8.4 km from Downtown Charleston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Lots of restaurants around. Close to the interstate The staff were very friendly and helpful."
United States
Mary
The price is NT$4,026
NT$4,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
Courtyard

14. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Definitely a great place to stay. Will stay here again"
United States
Amanda
The price is NT$3,467
NT$3,917 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG
Lobby

15. Comfort Inn Charleston South

Comfort Inn Charleston South
2.5 star property
Kanawha City, 8 km from Downtown Charleston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Racheal
The price is NT$2,681
NT$3,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Comfort Inn Charleston South
Pool

16. Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Downtown Charleston
7.8 out of 10, Good, (469 reviews)
"The facility was very clean and the staff was very friendly and accommodating."
United States
Linda
The price is NT$3,115
NT$3,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG
Lobby sitting area

17. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (980 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly, room was very clean and quiet we were very comfortable and would recommend to anyone."
United States
Janet
The price is NT$2,583
NT$2,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston
Breakfast area

18. Quality Inn Charleston South

Quality Inn Charleston South
2.5 star property
Kanawha City, 8 km from Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Good place to spend the night traveling."
United States
Tad
The price is NT$2,600
NT$2,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Quality Inn Charleston South
Exterior

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,010 reviews)
"lovely hotel and breakfast was great room nice and clean will go to LaQuintas after this stay"
United States
Linda Crooks
The price is NT$2,266
NT$2,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

20. Budget Host Inn Charleston

Budget Host Inn Charleston
2.0 star property
7.4 km from Downtown Charleston
7.8 out of 10, Good, (641 reviews)
"Very nice owners"
United States
Christina
The price is NT$1,912
NT$2,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Budget Host Inn Charleston
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Charleston

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Breakfast meal
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,215 reviews
View
Lobby
Embassy Suites Charleston
3.5 star property
8.4
Very Good
1,471 reviews
View
Exterior
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
3.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
1,003 reviews
View
Bar (on property)
Charleston Marriott Town Center
3.5 star property
8.2
Very Good
1,002 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 The Shops at Kanawha.

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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.

West Side

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

Institute

Institute might not have many top sights, but Mardi Gras Casino and Dunbar Village Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Downtown Charleston Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

8/10 Good
"Front desk was unavailable at times and front doors remained unlocked after 12am."
John 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston

Frequently asked questions

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, Charleston Marriott Town Center is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Charleston. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Embassy Suites Charleston 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 Mountain Stage, Children s Theatre of Charleston, and Charleston Stage Company. 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.