The Best Hotels Closest to Washington Square in Charleston for 2026

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A spacious living room with a large painting, wicker furniture, ceiling fans, and hanging light fixtures.

A wooden swing bed with cushions, a wicker chair, and a potted plant in a room with a large window and shutters.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, and a view of the city through large windows.

1. The Loutrel

French Quarter, 0.4 km from Washington Square

Zainab

￥54,607

￥62,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A table set with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, a lantern, and a small plate of fruit.

A hotel entrance with a balcony and a staircase.

A grand staircase with a circular marble floor, a palm tree, and a chandelier.

A grand staircase with a wooden finish and ornate metal railings, leading to a lobby area with a large marble floor and potted plants.

2. French Quarter Inn

French Quarter, 0.4 km from Washington Square

Jennifer

￥37,405

￥43,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A courtyard with a fountain, outdoor seating, and a brick building with balconies.

A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a flat roof.

A living room with a large tapestry, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A reception desk with a modern design, flanked by potted plants and a large abstract painting.

3. The Nickel Hotel

King Street, 1.8 km from Washington Square

Julie

￥35,953

￥46,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with a white table set for four, wooden chairs, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a dishwasher, and a tiled backsplash.

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and a vase of flowers.

4. Jonathan Jasper Wright Inn

Cannonborough Elliotborough, 2.4 km from Washington Square

Jade

￥25,726

￥43,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern kitchen with a central island, grey cabinets, and a brick accent wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, grey cabinets, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

5. 360 King

King Street, 1 km from Washington Square

donna

￥35,772

￥40,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern living room with a gray sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a staircase with wooden railings.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, an oven, and a coffee maker.

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a staircase with wooden steps and white railings.

6. Beautiful Renovated Apartment Near King Street

Cannonborough Elliotborough, 1.9 km from Washington Square

Anonymous traveler

￥40,906

￥101,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A room with a round table, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large mirror.

A two-story house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.

A two-story building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A large, two-story house with a covered porch and multiple windows.

7. 86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only

Cannonborough Elliotborough, 2 km from Washington Square

Stephanie

￥69,775

￥79,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Two champagne flutes on a ledge with a view of a pier and a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a balcony with a view, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

A chandelier with multiple candles, a map of the Atlantic Ocean, and a compass rose.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with a view.

8. HarbourView Inn

French Quarter, 0.5 km from Washington Square

Margie

￥36,999

￥42,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A narrow brick pathway flanked by buildings with balconies and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large window, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with pendant lights, a dining area with stools, a sofa with cushions, and a large painting on the wall.

9. Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

Ansonborough, 1.4 km from Washington Square

Margie

￥37,309

￥42,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring black chairs, white tables, and large windows.

A bar area with a long counter, red bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

10. Hotel Richemont

King Street, 0.8 km from Washington Square

Mckenzie

￥42,792

￥54,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A two-story building with a balcony, columns, and a gate.

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a brick pathway.

A stone pathway in a garden with a bench, trees, and a brick wall in the background.

A grand room with a large blue sofa, ornate chandeliers, and classic furniture.

11. 20 South Battery

South of Broad, 0.7 km from Washington Square

Donald

￥55,242

￥70,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the street.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, a wooden table with a tray of items, and a yellow door in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

12. The Iris Charleston

Cannonborough Elliotborough, 2.4 km from Washington Square

Brian

￥20,802

￥35,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a ground-level restaurant.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a black metal gate, and a glimpse of a room with a bed and a nightstand.

A modern lobby with a round wooden table, seating area, and a large chandelier.

13. The Spectator Hotel

French Quarter, 0.5 km from Washington Square

Melanie

￥51,571

￥59,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A balcony with wicker chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the sea.

A spacious hallway with a geometric patterned floor, a spiral staircase, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A hotel with a pool, sun loungers, palm trees, and umbrellas.

A long hallway with large windows, wooden floors, and multiple seating areas.

14. The Cooper

French Quarter, 0.6 km from Washington Square

Gjoka

￥93,653

￥117,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a fireplace.

A brick pathway leading to a patio area with tables and benches, surrounded by greenery and stone walls.

A traditional building with a red door, white shutters, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

15. Zero George Street

Ansonborough, 1.1 km from Washington Square

Alisa

￥51,628

￥59,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern interior with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden floor.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large desk with a laptop, leather chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

A kitchen with teal cabinetry, a granite countertop, and various kitchen appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

16. Andrew Pinckney Inn

Ansonborough, 0.6 km from Washington Square

Jill

￥29,399

￥33,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A bedroom with a bed, a television, a dresser, a ceiling fan, and a door.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a living room with a blue sofa, and a staircase with wooden railings.

A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A double wooden door with glass panels, a checkered stone entrance, and two wall-mounted lanterns.

17. Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston

Cannonborough Elliotborough, 2.4 km from Washington Square

Ashley Harrison

￥27,963

￥46,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick building in the background, and string lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a staircase with a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, a large island with bar stools, and a hanging pendant light.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, and a door leading outside.

18. Fire Tower

Cannonborough Elliotborough, 2.1 km from Washington Square

Roy Pat

￥19,127

￥42,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A spacious bar area with high stools, a long wooden bar counter, and a kitchen area with shelves and appliances.

A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a kitchen area with modern appliances.

A kitchen with a brick wall, a built-in cabinet with glass doors, and a refrigerator with a glass door.

A staircase with a motorcycle parked at the top, surrounded by lanterns and potted plants.

19. The Restoration

King Street, 0.7 km from Washington Square

Matthew

￥30,871

￥36,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A courtyard with a brick wall, potted plants, and outdoor seating.

A classic room with a chandelier, multiple chairs, a fireplace, and a large mirror.

A decorated Christmas tree, a fireplace with candles, and a mirror in a warmly lit room.

A warmly decorated room with a Christmas tree, a fireplace, and traditional furnishings.

20. John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

Harleston Village, 0.3 km from Washington Square

linda

￥43,080

￥49,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Washington Square

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Loutrel	10.0 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
French Quarter Inn	10.0 Exceptional 1,036 reviews	View
The Nickel Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 201 reviews	View
Jonathan Jasper Wright Inn	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
360 King	10.0 Exceptional 26 reviews	View

Top Washington Square Hotel Reviews

The Charleston Place

10/10 Excellent

"Club level is excellent in every way"

The Vendue

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful and welcoming arrival. Very attentive and helpful. Great dining recommendations for places outside the hotel. Would absolutely stay again. This stay was for pleasure."

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

8/10 Good

"Had to ask for the room to be cleaned, and new towels everyday. Noisy in the evening with people coming in late after drinking."

French Quarter Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very accommodating, location was prime within walking distance, amenities were outstanding."

The Ansonborough

8/10 Good

"Everything was great at this hotel. The only thing was the water pressure in the bathroom sink was very slow. Other than that it was great stay!"

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay here in Charleston. The location is perfect, the hotel is beautiful and the rooms are all nicely updated and spacious. The staff was wonderful and gracious and helpful. If you want to stay in the historic area and within walking distance to everything, this is the perfect hotel."

The Cooper

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing place to stay. Perfect for a weekend gateway! People are extremely nice. Facilities are pristine. Easily one of the best hotels in the world (coming from an avid traveler with very high standards!)"

HarbourView Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely LOVED this hotel and I'm very picky!! We stayed here for a few nights and it was wonderful. The breakfast delivered to the room to enjoy in front of the huge glass doors that opened to the balconette was lovely. The rooms were huge, it's centrally located and the staff is incredible. The wine and cheese in the evening and cookies and milk at night were a nice touch as well. Will definitely stay here again!"

Other attractions near Washington Square

A historic street with a prominent white clock tower, classical architecture, and palm trees lining the road.

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

Gaze up at the iconic white steeple and learn about the rich history of the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston.

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A historic building with ornate green railings and a white car parked in front.

Dock Street Theater

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a show at Dock Street Theater, a storied theater in Charleston. Discover the area's stunning cathedral, or seek out its local tours.

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Charleston City Hall

Charleston City Hall is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

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Charleston County Historic Courthouse

Find out about the history of Charleston when you spend time at Charleston County Historic Courthouse. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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Postal Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Postal Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Charleston. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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Revealed Art Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Revealed Art Gallery during your trip to Charleston. Check out the churches and lively bars in this walkable area.

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Dog Horse Fine Art Portraiture and Sculpture Garden

You can study the exhibits at Dog Horse Fine Art Portraiture and Sculpture Garden, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Charleston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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Thomas Elfe House

Find out about the history of Charleston when you take a trip to Thomas Elfe House. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Washington Square?

Washington Square is located in a historic area of Charleston known for its bar scene and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 257 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Washington Square?

Adjacent to Washington Square, The Palmetto Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include The Charleston Place and The Francis Marion Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Washington Square?

Expedia has 257 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Washington Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washington Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Washington Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Washington Square?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Washington Square, click here.

What can I see and do near Washington Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Gibbes Museum of Art, International African American Museum, or Charleston Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Dock Street Theater, Rainbow Row, and Charleston City Market. You can catch a show at Charleston Gaillard Center, Charleston Music Hall, and Music Farm.

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Our top choices for Washington Square hotels

1. The Loutrel

2. French Quarter Inn

3. The Nickel Hotel

4. Jonathan Jasper Wright Inn

5. 360 King

6. Beautiful Renovated Apartment Near King Street

7. 86 Cannon Charleston - Adults Only

8. HarbourView Inn

9. Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

10. Hotel Richemont

11. 20 South Battery

12. The Iris Charleston

13. The Spectator Hotel

14. The Cooper

15. Zero George Street

16. Andrew Pinckney Inn

17. Luxurious Private Suites in Downtown Charleston

18. Fire Tower

19. The Restoration

20. John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

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Top Washington Square Hotel Reviews

The Charleston Place

The Vendue

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

French Quarter Inn

The Ansonborough

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Cooper

HarbourView Inn

Other attractions near Washington Square

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

Dock Street Theater

Charleston City Hall

Charleston County Historic Courthouse

Postal Museum

Revealed Art Gallery

Dog Horse Fine Art Portraiture and Sculpture Garden

Thomas Elfe House

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