The historic city of Charleston, South Carolina, resides along the Ashley River, the Cooper River and the Charleston Harbor, all of which dump into the Atlantic Ocean. However, only a handful of Charleston's numerous hotels sit directly along the water. Most beachfront resorts in the region are located in the neighboring Isle of Palms.
Situated on the Isle of Palms, about 10 miles east of Charleston, The Palms Hotel sits directly on the beach. All of the guest rooms include a microwave, refrigerator, Internet access and cable television. Additional perks during your stay include complimentary coffee, tea and breakfast. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a sundeck for lounging and laundry services. Hotel guests can easily walk to scores of nearby restaurants and shops. Guests can also acquire such rentals as kayaks, sailboats and canoes for beach use.
The Palms Hotel
1126 Ocean Blvd.
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
888-484-9004
thepalmshotel.us
The Courtyard Charleston Riverview sits on the banks of the Ashley River. The hotel features 178 guest rooms, all of which come outfitted with free Internet access, a coffee maker, a hair dryer and pay-per-view movies. Certain upgraded guest rooms include a whirlpool tub, a balcony and views of the river. On site perks include a gift shop, a business center and laundry facilities. The hotel offers free parking and a daily shuttle to the historic region of Charleston, although the latter requires a fee.
Courtyard Charleston Riverview
35 Lockwood Drive
Charleston, SC 29401
843-722-7229
marriott.com/hotels/travel/chscy-courtyard-charleston-downtown-riverview
Perched along the shores of Charleston's harbor, the Harbourview Inn resides directly along the city's famed Waterfront Park. The hotel features a variety of room types including kings, queens, penthouses, suites and rooms with harbor views. All of the rooms include plasma or flat-screen televisions, iPod docking stations, safes, mini-fridges and bathrobes. The hotel also offers a business center, complimentary walking tours of Charleston, and refreshments and snacks in the lobby. Guests may receive free breakfast from the comfort of their room, the lobby or the rooftop terrace.
Harbourview Inn
2 Vendue Range
Charleston, SC 29401
843-853-8439
harbourviewcharleston.com
