This city is known for several things, but chief among them is charm: friendly residents, a food scene of Lowcountry classics and fresh seafood, and a history of welcoming its visitors—whether short- or long-term guests. It was chosen by our readers as the best small city in America for nine years in a row. No surprise, then, that when it comes to places to stay in Charleston, hospitality is a distinguishing factor. From colorful boutique stays to grand, art-driven buildings, genteel spaces draped in crown molding and regal drapes, and porch-fronted row house hotels in the city’s downtown, our list of the best Charleston hotels covers the city’s alluring range—and like the city itself, isn’t short on appeal.
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How we choose the best hotels in Charleston
Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind.