Charleston is South Carolina's oldest city. Many of its buildings, including its hotels, are architectural gems that date back to America's colonial times. The downtown area of Charleston sits on Charleston Harbor, which leads to the Atlantic Ocean. The hotels in downtown Charleston are conveniently located near everything to do in the city. Many of these buildings are historic attractions in their own right.
Charleston Place Hotel is located in Charleston's historic downtown area, and is considered one of the town's finest establishments. The hotel offers a high level of luxury accommodation and quality amenities. The on-site health club has a salt water swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness suite. Several high-end boutiques are within the hotel, including shops such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Godiva, offering high end jewelry, clothing and confectionery. Guestrooms are beautifully designed with guests' comfort in mind, even the most basic rooms are 400 square feet. All rooms come with free wireless Internet, cable TV and a king-size bed.
Charleston Place Hotel
205 Meeting St.
Charleston, SC 29401
888-635-2350
charlestonplace.com
Francis Marion Hotel opened its doors in 1924 and is one of downtown Charleston's premier hotels. The hotel has classically decorated conference rooms, ideal for business events as well as for hosting a memorable wedding reception. The hotel is also home to a restaurant that offers classic Southern dishes prepared to meet the highest standard. Other hotel amenities include a day spa and fitness center as well as a laundry and dry cleaning service. The hotel has 233 rooms, 10 of which are suites and seven being penthouses. All rooms are wheelchair accessible and come with free wireless Internet, safe deposit boxes, and room service.
Francis Marion Hotel
387 King St.
Charleston, SC 29404
843-722-0600
francismarionhotel.com
Built in 1763, this hotel is the former home of John Rutledge, one of the men who signed the United States Constitution. George Washington had at one time been a guest within the house in 1791. The hotel has been beautifully restored and offers 19 guestrooms. The Inn is conveniently located within the heart of Charlestons historic downtown, with shops, restaurants and theatres a short walk from the hotel. The hotels rooms are classically decorated, some have working fireplaces for that extra touch of historic charm. Other room facilities include wireless Internet, cable TV, DVD player and jetted tubs.
John Rutledge House Inn
116 Broad St.
Charleston, SC 29401
800-476-9741
johnrutledgehouseinn.com
