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Heres where to stay on your next trip to the Holy City.

Exterior of Hotel Bennett

Credit:Drew Castelhano/Hotel Bennett

This neighborly atmosphere is what produces a hotel scene unrivaled by any other city in the South.

Read on to discover the best hotels in Charleston, South Carolina.

Its a smaller property, with only 21 rooms, which isnt every travelers cup of tea.

A couple dance under a brick arch at Wentworth Mansion in Charleston, SC

Wentworth Mansion

Wentworth Mansion received top marks in the 2024Worlds Best Awards, coming in atNo.

1 on our readers' list of the top hotels in Charleston and its easy to understand why.

While breakfast is a guest-only experience, anyone can make a dinner reservation.

Sitting area at the John Rutledge House Inn, voted one of the best city hotels in the United States

John Rutledge House Inn

King Street is known to be busy and loud, especially on the weekends.

According to Rhodes, Afternoon tea at the perfectly pink Camellias is a must.

Off-street parking is available, but youll need to pay an additional $18 a day per car.

Bat at The Spectator Hotel

The Spectator Hotel

T+L deputy photo editor Skye Senterfeit called this hotel “a truly special spot in Charleston.”

This part of town is often crowded with tourists visiting popular attractions like Rainbow Row and Charleston City Market.

4 spot in our 2024World’s Best Awards.

A lounge area at the Restoration hotel in Charleton, SC

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The Spectator stands out with its plush rooms and personal butler service for every guest.

Still, it doesnt skimp on comfort.

The Loutrel

The hotels atmosphere is more laid-back than pretentious.

Rooftop bar at The Loutrel in Charleston

The Loutrel

Some travelers may prefer a hotel in a location that doesnt experience as much foot traffic.

The property sits adjacent to East Bay Street, one of the busier Charleston roads.

Every second of your experience from check-in to checkout will be filled with delightful, decidedly Charleston moments.

Fireplace and living room seating at Zero George in Charleston

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Each aspect of the eight-story hotel feels like a manifestation of the quiet luxury aesthetic.

“There’s an undeniable level of old Southern charm here in the most glamorous, modern way.

Trust me, you will want to remodel your home after you visit.”

Inside guest room at The Dewberry Charleston

The Dewberry Charleston

Its a short 10-minute drive from downtown Charlestons restaurants and attractions.

If youre searching for a traditional Southern hotel, this isnt the location for you.

(It was ranked among the best hotels in the city in our 2024World’s Best Awards).

Close up of bed and ornate wall paper in a guest room at Post House

Travel + Leisure / Lindsey Harris Shorter

Like many other Charleston hotels, food and beverage are a top priority for the hospitality team.

Expect heavy foot traffic outside, as the hotel sits on the corner of two of Charlestons busiest streets.

Coming in at No.

Guestroom bed with red blanket at The Vendue, Charleston’s Art Hotel

Franzi Annika Photography

Its rank also stems from the propertys hospitable interiors and unforgettable dining experiences.

The poolside bar-restaurant, Little Palm, can get pretty buzzy.

Your stay includes access to a nearby fitness center, but its not technically on-property.

Guestroom at Emeline in Charleston

Lindsay Shorter / Emeline

The newest face in the Charleston hotel landscape, The Palmetto Hotel opened in the spring of 2023.

Classically decorated guest room at Planters Inn, in Charleston, SC

Planters Inn

Guest room at The Pinch Hotel

Christian Harder Photography

The Little Palm at The Ryder

The Ryder

Interior of the lobby at The Palmetto Hotel Charleston

The Palmetto Hotel Charleston