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The Restoration HotelvsCharleston's NotSo Hostel

The Restoration and Charleston's NotSo Hostel are both highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Restoration scores significantly higher than Charleston's NotSo Hostel. The Restoration is ranked #3 in Charleston with approval from 13 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Jetsetter and Fodor's.

The Restoration Hotel
9/10
75 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $249/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Gayot Gayot
"The Restoration on King is a luxurious boutique hotel located in the heart of Charleston's lovely historic district. Rich with heritage details, this hotel feature balconies overlooking downtown."
Zagat Zagat
"Exposed brick and original wood frame the otherwise contemporary decor throughout this boutique hotel featuring posh, fully furnished apartment-style suites replete with a full kitchen."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"While rates are high, they aren’t outrageous for a small, luxury venue with only a handful of spacious rooms. Lots of little perks abound." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"In 2010, the Restoration on King opened with a new concept for Charleston: a small-scale luxury hotel that was contemporary boutique, not traditional B&B." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Hip home away from home with Southern charm and a rooftop lounge in downtown Charleston." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"It is better equipped and better looking than even the top time-share properties in town (Lodge Alley and Church Street Inn)." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The Restoration is discreetly tucked away off of King Street, Charleston’s most popular shopping strip." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"A seamless, imaginative weaving together of new and existing buildings, The Restoration offers 54 suites, plus a rooftop restaurant and bar." Full review
goop goop
"Staying in one of The Restoration’s smartly decorated suites—which combine classic Southern design with clean, modern touches—is almost akin to staying at a really fabulous Airbnb." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Reclaimed wood-bound hallways lead to 54 rooms over a few buildings, which grow from 500-sq-feet and are awash in modern indigo, some with kitchenettes and washers and dryers." Full review
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Charleston's NotSo Hostel
7/10
156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
From $0/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Free Parking
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Appealing, very friendly hostel in a double-porched 1850 house on the northern edge of downtown."
Frommer's 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 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 Fodor's
"A small enclave of 1840s-era buildings make up this homey, idyllic hostel." Full review
Lonely Planet 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

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