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Our top choices for Downtown Charleston hotels

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

1. Embassy Suites Charleston

Embassy Suites Charleston
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,457 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$3,855
NT$4,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Embassy Suites Charleston
A modern coffee bar with espresso machines, a coffee station, and a sign promoting coffee.

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, (1,208 reviews)
"Good spot for an overnight and breakfast on your trip."
United States
Mark
The price is NT$3,101
NT$3,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
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.

3. Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
3.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"River front, everything was easily walked to downtown area restaurants music loved it"
United States
TERESA
The price is NT$3,674
NT$4,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
A courtyard with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

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$4,166
NT$4,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
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.

5. Charleston Marriott Town Center

Charleston Marriott Town Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice place and close to everything!"
United States
Billy
The price is NT$2,745
NT$3,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Charleston Marriott Town Center
A reception area with a counter, seating area with patterned sofas, and a modern ceiling design.

6. Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center
2.0 star property
Downtown Charleston
7.8 out of 10, Good, (131 reviews)
"Wonderful location, wonderful staff, and terrific breakfast."
United States
Roger
The price is NT$2,527
NT$2,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center
A snack display with various packaged foods and a refrigerated section.

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$3,728
NT$4,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown
A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a well-lit ceiling.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center

Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Charleston
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Good value."
United States
Walter
The price is NT$2,811
NT$3,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Quality Inn & Suites Charleston - Civic Center
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and string lights.

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and clean hotel."
United States
James
The price is NT$3,291
NT$3,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, several vehicles, and a sign indicating it's a Marriott hotel.

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, (1,105 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Joshua
The price is NT$2,997
NT$3,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass-top table with a fire feature, and a brick building in the background.

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, (648 reviews)
"Great place to stay. We will come back"
United States
Christopher
The price is NT$4,228
NT$4,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee station.

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Joel
The price is NT$2,932
NT$3,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sleep Inn Charleston North
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Lots of restaurants around. Close to the interstate The staff were very friendly and helpful."
United States
Mary
The price is NT$4,051
NT$4,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn Charleston-Southridge
An outdoor patio area with white wicker furniture, a wooden fence, and a building with large windows.

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$3,471
NT$3,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, and a wooden floor.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Racheal
The price is NT$2,696
NT$3,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Comfort Inn Charleston South
A swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by chairs and tables, and large windows offering views of greenery.

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$3,038
NT$3,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Express Suites Charleston by IHG
A modern living room with a wooden wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

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, (983 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$2,543
NT$2,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Dunbar - Charleston
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central bar, and a kitchen area in the background.

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Good place to spend the night traveling."
United States
Tad
The price is NT$2,614
NT$2,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Quality Inn Charleston South
A multi-story hotel with a yellow and brown facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

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, (1,001 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$2,253
NT$2,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE
Two single beds with headboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a telephone.

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, (642 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and helpful. Room was clean."
United States
Casey
The price is NT$1,917
NT$2,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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
A courtyard with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a building with multiple windows and a flat roof.
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A modern coffee bar with espresso machines, a coffee station, and a sign promoting coffee.
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center by IHG
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,208 reviews
View
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.
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
3.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a central coffee table.
Embassy Suites Charleston
3.5 star property
8.2
Very Good
1,457 reviews
View
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.
Charleston Marriott Town Center
3.5 star property
8.2
Very Good
1,004 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a bridge, a large building with a golden dome, and surrounding greenery.

Teays Valley

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

A river with a bridge, a cityscape with a prominent building with a golden dome, and a sunset in the background.

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.

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and modern buildings.

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

Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, silent and secured place."
Manasses 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

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.