Monday, March 12, 2018

Popular accommodations in Charleston, SC

Charleston, S.C. is one of the most popular destinations on the east coast. It is in what is known as the Low Country and has been an important port for most of its existence. Charleston was the place where the Civil War began. Fort Sumter is located in the harbor and is still a popular tourist destination today. Visitors are looking for someplace special to rest their heads, here are some of the most popular accommodations in Charleston.

The John Rutledge House Inn is one of the best known of Charleston’s places to stay. John Rutledge was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and this is one of the houses he owned. George Washington really did visit here; he had breakfast with the lady of the house. There are 19 rooms located in three buildings at this inn. You can choose between rooms in the original house and others in the two carriage houses. Some of the rooms have working fireplaces and jetted tubs. All rooms have robes, flat screen TVs, wireless Internet, and refrigerators. A deluxe continental or cooked breakfast is included with the room. Afternoon tea and complimentary evening port, sherry or brandy is also offered.

The French Quarter Inn is a hotel but a magnificent one with an impeccable location. The rooms are very nice, the suites are exceptional. The bathrooms are large and have real soaking tubs. Included with a stay here are lots of opportunities to eat. Breakfast is available in the lobby or it can be delivered to your room. It is a hearty continental. Iced tea and lemonade are available throughout the day. In the afternoon, tea, snacks, cheese, and wine are served. In the evening, it is cookies and milk. 

The hotel has its own parking and you will be able to walk to just about anyplace in the city where you want to go. Restaurants and shopping are just seconds away. You will feel special from the moment you check in and receive your complementary ladyfingers and champagne. This was our personal choice when we stayed in the city.

Located in one of the most historic areas of Charleston, the Battery Carriage House is an accommodation that offers guests the opportunity to view the harbor and Fort Sumter right outside the gates. This is a bed and breakfast with 11 unique rooms that provide an oasis in the midst of this residential neighborhood. All of the rooms have their own private entrance and come with a continental breakfast that can be served in your room or under the arbor in the garden.

There are three types of rooms, the kings come with jetted tubs and are the most spacious. Lower Carriage House Rooms are the smallest and include a queen-sized four-poster bed. Upper Carriage House Rooms are a bit larger and have canopy beds. Afternoon tea and snacks are served as well as evening wine receptions. Rooms come with a plush robe, wireless Internet access, and a daily newspaper. Modern amenities are mixed with antiques and historic ambiance.

If you are traveling to Charleston with children, don’t worry, there is a really spectacular place for you to stay that is also child-friendly, Charleston Place. For the adults, there are luxurious rooms, a spa that has been voted the best city hotel spa in North America by "Travel and Leisure" and a great fitness center and pool. The kids haven't been forgotten, they have their own splash pool, a special welcome package, free meals in the hotel restaurant and even a mini bathrobe so that they can enjoy the luxury as well.

These are just four of the many places that are available for visitors to Charleston. They are more at the top end of the budget but they offer great locations and the ability to walk to all the local attractions and after all, Charleston is a special destination. For the budget conscious, there are plenty of chain hotels and motels a little outside of the historic section.


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John Rutledge Inn


Charleston Place


Battery Carriage House


French Quarter Inn

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