John Rutledge House InnvsCharleston's NotSo Hostel
Both John Rutledge House Inn and Charleston's NotSo Hostel are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, John Rutledge House Inn is preferred by most professionals compared to Charleston's NotSo Hostel. John Rutledge House Inn comes in at #13 in Charleston with positive reviews from 10 publications including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler.
John Rutledge House Inn Show All Reviews
116 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"This charming 1763 building is one of 15 surviving homes owned by one of the 55 framers of the U.S. Constitution—and the only one converted into a hotel."
Fodor's
"The building has a New Orleans–esque exterior with wrought-iron architectural details, and inside, parquet floors sit beneath 14-foot ceilings adorned with plaster moldings." Full review
Star Service
"Don't let the amenities rating fool you—this is among the best small traditional inns in Charleston." Full review
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Guests can indulge in spa services or enjoy fine dining at the sister property Wentworth Mansion, which unfortunately is farther than what most folks choose to stroll.
Michelin Guide
"Inlaid parquet floors, canopied rice beds and carved plaster moldings mark the National Historic Landmark's restoration to its mid-18C appearance."
Zagat
"Set in a 1763 home that's been designated a National Historic Landmark (George Washington once ate breakfast here), this B&B offers rooms and suites furnished with period antiques."
Afar Magazine
"Rooms evoke the property's Colonial Era origins, with canopy beds, tilt-top tables, and brass fireplace screens." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The towering mansion and two carriage houses now offer 19 rooms, including palatial suites with canopy beds, 12-foot ceilings, original wood flooring, and Italian fireplaces." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A stylish hotel set in a historic Charleston townhouse where George Washington once stayed, and which has since survived earthquake, fire and a Union cannonball." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Governor John Rutledge was one of four South Carolinian signers of the US Constitution." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"The "spacious rooms" have Italian-marble fireplaces, period furnishings, and canopy or four-poster beds, creating a "very romantic ambience."" Full review
Charleston's NotSo Hostel
156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"Appealing, very friendly hostel in a double-porched 1850 house on the northern edge of downtown."
Frommer's
"This is an excellent bargain considering the Historic District is within walking distance (in fact, it’s the only hostel in the city)." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"An affordable option in historic downtown Charleston that's popular with young budget travelers and backpackers... clean and simple rooms." Full review
Fodor's
"A small enclave of 1840s-era buildings make up this homey, idyllic hostel." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Housed mainly in a wonderful 1840 dwelling complete with atmospheric blue porches and an odd, twin-matching architecture setup, Charleston's one hostel is creaky and inviting." Full review