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387 King Street,
Charleston,
South Carolina,
United States,
29403,
South Carolina
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387 King Street,
Charleston,
South Carolina,
United States,
29403,
South Carolina
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387 King Street,
Charleston,
South Carolina,
United States,
29403,
South Carolina
City landmarks
Market
Charleston City Market
3500 ft
48 Elizabeth St
Aiken-Rhett House
2900 ft
Aquarium
South Carolina Aquarium
3400 ft
Market
Historic Charleston City Market
3200 ft
Museum
Old Slave Mart Museum
4800 ft
51 Meeting St
Nathaniel Russell House
1.0
mi
Square
Rainbow Row
1.1
mi
Concord Street
Joe Riley Waterfront Park
3900 ft
Museum
Confederate Museum
2800 ft
Morris Island
Morris Island Lighthouse
3000 ft
Church
Saint Philip Protestant Episcopal Church
3400 ft
Museum
The Calhoun Mansion
1.2
mi
Park
White Point Garden
1.3
mi
Synagogue
Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim
2100 ft
Museum
Patriots Point
1.8
mi
74 N Market St
One Of A Kind
3500 ft
Park
Washington Square
4200 ft
Museum
Edmondston-Alston House
1.3
mi
Fountain
Pineapple Fountain
1.0
mi
Museum
Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
1.0
mi
Nearby
Park
Marion Square
400 ft
Museum
The Charleston Museum
1900 ft
Museum
Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
1500 ft
University
College of Charleston
1500 ft
342 Meeting St
Wragg Square
1600 ft
Church
St. Matthew's German Evangelical Lutheran Church
400 ft
Church
Bethel Methodist Church
1700 ft
Gallery
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
500 ft
Museum
Joseph Manigault House
1600 ft
Church
Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church
1200 ft
Restaurants
Swamp Fox Restaurant
100 ft
387 King St
Starbucks
300 ft
168 Calhoun St
Spring Roll Asian Cuisine
300 ft
375 King St
Carolina Ale House
400 ft
145 Calhoun St Suite 200
La Hacienda Grill
500 ft
354 King St
Pink Bellies
700 ft
595 King St Suite 1
Mama Kim's
500 ft
349 King St
Mynt
700 ft
135 Calhoun Street
La Patisserie
1900 ft
404 King St Hotel Bennett
Coast Bar and Grill
1900 ft
39 John St Suite D
Co Banh Mi Noodles Bar
600 ft
340 King St
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
84%
loved it & would return
delicious dining
helpful service
cramped bedding
small pull-out sofa
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.1
Location
8.9
Service
8.3
Dining
6.8
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 9 reviews
4/5
based on 4093 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 1725 reviews
#36 of 80 hotels in Charleston based on Tripadvisor
Adam
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.4/10
The hotel is a mixed bag - while the rooms felt like what luxury hotels used to be like and the service was welcoming, there were some noise issues from a nighttime event at the park opposite and a miscommunication that cost us money. The location was superb, though, ideal for exploring downtown Charleston, but the dining left much to be desired.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were lovely but quite noisy from a nighttime event at the park opposite and are in desperate need of a makeover.
Service
7.0
The service was a mix - welcoming and they handled my birthday request beautifully, but we were misinformed on a tour event that cost us $90.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and attractions in downtown Charleston.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not very good, with burnt tasting greasy food.
Facilities
5.0
Peter
United States,
January
2024
7.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered great views of the city, although the bathroom was a bit tiny. The staff was on top of it, deserving a sincere compliment for their hospitality and friendliness. The location was central to everything we wanted to do, making it very convenient for our stay. Dining was a mix of experiences, with some good selections but also room for improvement in the quality of food. Overall, a decent value for money hotel with some minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered great views of the city, with the a/c working. The bathroom was small, but I realized it's an old hotel.
Service
9.0
The staff was amazing, professional, and very helpful.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was central to everything we wanted to do during our stay.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered some good selections but could use improvement in the quality of food.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were sufficient for our needs during the stay.
Mike
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.2/10
The hotel offers beautiful rooms with 2 bathrooms, but they are extremely small with very little walking room and were not that clean. The service was very good, with staff moving us to a new room promptly, although the new room had toilet problems. The location is excellent, within easy reach of the central area and walking distance to downtown Charleston. Dining provided a good selection and quality service, attended by warm employees. The facilities were favorable.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms provided were extremely small with very little walking room and were not that clean.
Service
7.0
The staff was also very good and tall, and they were very helpful in meeting my needs.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent for walking everywhere in downtown Charleston, a definite plus for easy access to restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was of good quality but had some issues due to the check-in problem.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were favorable.
Dan
United States,
November
2023
8.6/10
The hotel has spacious and very clean rooms, although the bedding for the pull-out sofa was a little cramped. The service was friendly and helpful, especially in navigating around the race crowd. The location is superb for exploring Charleston's historic area. The dining options were delicious, particularly at Swamp Fox. The facilities were well-maintained, offering a charming and pleasant stay.
Rooms
8.0
My room was spacious, very clean, and quiet after walking around.
Service
9.0
The staff, from the doormen to the front desk, were helpful in accommodating us amid the race crowd.
Location
9.0
The location is great to catch the free dash bus and explore Charleston's historic area.
Dining
8.0
The dining experiences, especially at Swamp Fox, were delicious.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were charming and well-kept, enhancing the overall experience.
delicious dining
cramped bedding
Richard
United Kingdom,
October
2023
9.0/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic. The rooms were very nice, clean, and comfortable overlooking the Marion park, which was a great view. The service was outstanding, with friendly and extremely helpful staff always willing to assist. The location was very accommodating, right in the center of Charleston, making it convenient to explore the city. The dining experience was superb with a choice of fresh fruit, bakery items, and made-to-order omelets. Overall, a great value for money with top-notch service and amenities.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very nice, clean, and comfortable with a lovely view of Marion park.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, the staff were friendly, and extremely helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The location was very accommodating, right in the center of Charleston, close to King St with plenty of shops and restaurants.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was superb with a great variety of options and great value for money.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were fantastic, offering all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.
David
United Kingdom,
August
2023
6.8/10
I absolutely loved the convenient location of the hotel, making it easy to explore Charleston and enjoy the nearby attractions. The rooms had a stylish and quaint vibe, although a bit on the smaller side and the bathroom felt a tad claustrophobic. The service was top-notch, with incredibly helpful and kind staff making my stay memorable. However, the dining options were a bit overpriced and not up to par. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were quaint and stylish but on the small side, resembling the blue one in the photo. The bathroom felt a bit claustrophobic.
Service
9.0
The service was amazingly helpful and kind, with very professional staff during my stay. They were excellent.
Location
9.0
The location was one of my favorite things about the property, being perfect and convenient to everywhere we wanted to go in Charleston, within walking distance of key areas like historic Charleston and Market Street.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not very good and certainly not worth the money, with high prices for subpar Korean food.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking, with only half a sachet of shampoo provided and not replenished during the stay.
Great location
Inadequate dining
Ian
United Kingdom,
July
2023
8.4/10
I had a great time at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering a delightful view of Patriots Point with the chance to see FT Sumter in the distance. My deluxe king room overlooked Marion Square and was equipped with all the amenities I needed. While the service was overall helpful and the location superb, there were some minor issues with the physical condition of the room.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very comfortable and clean, meeting all our requirements with stunning views.
Service
8.0
The staff was lovely and very helpful, especially regarding garage parking, maps, and technology use.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was simply superb, offering a great introduction to Charleston's charm and history, with convenient access to local attractions and amenities.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was superb, featuring a variety of fresh options including made-to-order omelets.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good but there were some minor upkeep issues in the room that could be improved.
Jon
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is located in the vibrant city of Charleston, within walking distance of many shops, bars, and restaurants on King Street. The rooms are a good size for two people and nicely appointed, although they could use some TLC. The service was exceptionally friendly and accommodating, always going the extra mile to assist us. The dining experience provided a decent variety, although not exceptional. The location is excellent, offering easy access to historical sites and a variety of dining options.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nicely appointed but could use some TLC. The bathroom was small and mediocre, lacking proper lighting in some areas.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with the staff always being friendly and helpful, especially during a busy week at the hotel. They were quick to address any concerns we had.
Location
9.0
The hotel is situated on King Street, making it convenient to explore the historical district and enjoy the nearby shops and dining options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a decent variety of options but was not exceptional. The warm employees made the atmosphere welcoming.
Facilities
The hotel facilities are adequate but could use some updates to enhance the overall guest experience.
Al
United States,
May
2023
6.2/10
The hotel has a charming Charleston feel and is very convenient for exploring the historic district. The rooms were tiny with signs of mold and noise from turbines. The service was helpful and sensitive to our needs. The dining, although hearty, was considered too expensive. The location is great for tourist attractions with convenient access to bars and restaurants.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were tiny with signs of mold and noise from turbines.
Service
8.0
The service from the front desk to valet was very helpful and sensitive to our needs.
Location
8.0
The location has a nice Charleston feel and is very convenient for the historic district with great access to tourist attractions and evening entertainment.
Dining
5.0
The dining was hearty but considered too expensive.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were average, could use some improvement.
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