Downtown Charleston, SC

Charleston

A historic pink building with green shutters, a black wrought iron fence, and lush greenery.
A grand room with a fireplace, ornate furniture, and a chandelier.
A cobblestone pathway flanked by trees and a building with a sign reading "SING".
A room with a red upholstered sofa, a wooden table with silverware, and a mirror on the wall.
A wooden staircase with a black railing, a wooden cabinet, and a fireplace in a room with yellow walls and wooden floors.

Stay near popular Downtown Charleston attractions

The Charleston City Market with a sign indicating it was established in 1807.
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Charleston City Market

8.8/10 (11,111 reviews)
Purchase food, jewelry and handicrafts in the market and learn about local tradition, the Civil War and slavery at its museum.
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Things to do

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage

￥7,844
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Historical Downtown Tour by Horse-drawn Carriage
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise

￥8,472
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Daytime or Sunset Historic Harbor Cruise
Charleston: Fort Sumter Entry Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry

￥6,746
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Fort Sumter Access with Roundtrip Ferry
Downtown Charleston Food Tour

Downtown Charleston Food Tour

￥17,257
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Charleston Food Tour
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Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

￥7,844
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charleston: Downtown Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour
Charleston Iconic Sunset Sail - Lux Catamaran w/Bar & Bathrooms

Charleston Iconic Sunset Sail - Lux Catamaran w/Bar & Bathrooms

￥10,040
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Charleston Iconic Sunset Sail - Lux Catamaran w/Bar & Bathrooms
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Downtown Charleston Hotel Deals

Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is ￥33,074 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥33,074
￥45,758 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Emeline
The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is ￥33,151 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
￥33,151
￥37,793 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,602 reviews)
"Great convenient DT location. Walkable to City Market and French Quarter, waterfront."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is ￥24,556 per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
￥24,556
￥35,903 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
The Ryder Hotel
The Charleston Place

The Charleston Place

5 out of 5
205 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is ￥65,104 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
￥65,104
￥83,270 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"To have a luxury hotel like this that is privately owned and not a massive corporate feel is awesome. We love the Charleston place and all the changes they have been making over the past few years. Beautiful property great vibe and quiet luxury."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026

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

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

2.5 out of 5
250 Spring Street Charleston SC
The price is ￥18,014 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥18,014
￥22,431 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,236 reviews)
"The overnight parking was a problem. No enough space."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

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

The Cooper

5 out of 5
176 Concord Street Charleston SC
Fully refundable
The price is ￥98,858 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥98,858
￥122,531 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Waterfront Park and Charleston City ...
The Cooper
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Where to stay in Downtown Charleston

Find the best Downtown Charleston areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Charleston
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Charleston Historic District

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Charleston Historic District. Make a stop by Charleston City Market or Shops at Charleston Place while you're exploring the area.

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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.

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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West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

Downtown Charleston, SC

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