The Best Historic Hotels in Charleston, SC from ￥30,455 in 2026

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1. The Francis Marion Hotel

Charleston Historic District

Carrie

￥32,160

￥36,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

2. Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel

Charleston Historic District

Mary Ann

￥38,883

￥46,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. In the Heart of Historic Downtown on Market Street

Charleston Historic District

Charlotte J.

￥23,375

￥47,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

4. Best Location - On Market St in Historic Downtown

Charleston Historic District

Denise P.

￥24,944

￥49,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

5. Kings Courtyard Inn

Charleston Historic District

Kerry

￥37,981

￥43,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

6. Downtown Luxury |Rutledge Avenue Inn (Suite C)

Downtown Charleston

Dennis R.

￥19,610

￥48,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

7. Cozy Downtown Escape | The Condon Carriage

Downtown Charleston

Maureen M.

￥18,826

￥49,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

8. Two Blocks to King Street | Sunflower Suite

Downtown Charleston

"This property was perfect for our stay. My wife and I stayed here for a few nights in May. Home was very convenient and close to great restaurants. You can walk down King Street, which had tons of shops and restaurants and even down to the market and the waterfront areas , close to all by foot. Being able to keep your car parked at the property was even better as there’s very limited parking around Charleston and it was definitely a great convenience to not have to deal with parking or...

Ed P.

￥21,179

￥54,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Top Charleston Hotel Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel ! Friendly staff !! Amazing location!!! My family & I loved it !"

Andrew Pinckney Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room. Very clean and a lovely bathroom. Breakfast and wine and cheese were a very nice amenities."

The Ryder Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The location was great and we did have a good time!"

The Ansonborough

10/10 Excellent

"We recently stayed at the Ansonborough in Charleston and had a wonderful experience! We booked a suite, and it was absolutely amazing. The suite was enormous—much larger than we expected—with two huge TVs, approximately 55–75 inches, and plenty of space to truly relax and feel at home. The location was perfect. We were within easy walking distance of Charleston City Market, restaurants, shopping, and many of the sights we wanted to see. It made exploring Charleston incredibly convenient without having to constantly get in the car. After spending each day sightseeing and enjoying the city, it was so nice to return to such a clean, quiet, spacious, and comfortable suite. It really felt like a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay at the Ansonborough again. If you're visiting Charleston and appreciate plenty of space, a great location, and a quiet place to unwind after exploring the city, I highly recommend it! PS breakfast was delish!"

The Vendue

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were absolutely amazing and helpful. A great beautiful property located within walking distance of so many amazing sites to see and great food!"

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Charleston?

The rich history of Charleston is well known so be sure to visit the stunning cathedral, especially if you want to learn about the local history. While you're here, you might want to visit the array of shops and college campus. You can also discover the area's fascinating museums.

What's the best hotel in Charleston that's close to historical sites?

Based on our travel expertise, The Francis Marion Hotel is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Charleston Music Hall is a short walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel and Kings Courtyard Inn.

How many historical hotels are there in Charleston?

Charleston is home to 1682 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 20 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Charleston?

Charleston is notable for its churches and landmarks like Charleston City Market, Dock Street Theater, and Rainbow Row. Known for its museums, cultural venues include Charleston Gaillard Center, Charleston Music Hall, and International African American Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Shops at Charleston Place and TD Arena.

What is a historic hotel like in Charleston?

When you book a historic hotel, you'll stay in a building that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Charleston, giving a sense of history.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Do historic hotels in Charleston have modern facilities?

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Charleston, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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Our top choices for Charleston historic hotels

1. The Francis Marion Hotel

2. Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel

3. In the Heart of Historic Downtown on Market Street

4. Best Location - On Market St in Historic Downtown

5. Kings Courtyard Inn

6. Downtown Luxury |Rutledge Avenue Inn (Suite C)

7. Cozy Downtown Escape | The Condon Carriage

8. Two Blocks to King Street | Sunflower Suite

9. Clean, Private Guesthouse-9 min. to Downtown Charleston, 15 min. to FollyBeach!

10. Only 3 Blocks from King | Backyard! | The Felix

Top Charleston Hotel Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel

Andrew Pinckney Inn

The Ryder Hotel

The Ansonborough

The Vendue

Frequently asked questions

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Check availability on Charleston Historic Hotels

Our top choices for Charleston historic hotels

1. The Francis Marion Hotel

2. Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel

3. In the Heart of Historic Downtown on Market Street

4. Best Location - On Market St in Historic Downtown

5. Kings Courtyard Inn

6. Downtown Luxury |Rutledge Avenue Inn (Suite C)

7. Cozy Downtown Escape | The Condon Carriage

8. Two Blocks to King Street | Sunflower Suite

9. Clean, Private Guesthouse-9 min. to Downtown Charleston, 15 min. to FollyBeach!

10. Only 3 Blocks from King | Backyard! | The Felix

Top Charleston Hotel Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel

Andrew Pinckney Inn

The Ryder Hotel

The Ansonborough

The Vendue

Frequently asked questions

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