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The Ryder HotelvsEmbassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, King Charles Inn scores slightly better than Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston - Historic Charleston. King Charles Inn comes in at 78 with positive reviews from 4 sources like Star Service, Frommer's and Oyster.
The Ryder Hotel
Oyster
Star Service
Frommer's
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $199/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
OysterMid-Range
"This...property, located on busy Meeting Street, delivers more amenities than the average downtown Charleston inn, including a pool, a lounge, and free parking." Full review
Star Service "At Hasell Street, this U-shaped, three-story contemporary study is a good choice for frugal travelers who want to keep Charleston's sultry southern charm at an arm's distance." Full review
Frommer's "One block from the Historic District's market area, this three-story hotel has rooms that are better than you might expect from a motel and are likely to be discounted in the off season." Full review
Fodor's "Though the King Charles Inn was erected in 1958, the property sits on land that’s held hotels since the early 1800s." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Locals and newcomers mix at this stylishly modern boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Charleston" Full review
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The retro, sunny mural helps but you might want to request an outward facing room.
Michelin Guide "Rooms are stylish, decorated mostly in white and light wood, and carefully balance visual minimalism with the warmth contributed by organic materials...urbanely sophisticated and so beachy" Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Ryder, a sophisticated boutique hotel that playfully challenges the ordinary for the adventurous and authentic travelers,” the release added"
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District Fodor's Oyster Star Service
Gayot
337 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403
From $105/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Handsome teak and mahogany furniture and sisal rugs in the common areas recall the British-colonial era. Guest rooms are not nearly as chic, but are clean and serviceable." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Across the street from Marion Square, the upper-middle-range Embassy Suites Charleston is housed in the original Citadel Military College that looks like an aged fortress." Full review
Star Service "A novel stop for families and historians, this superbly run Embassy Suites resides in the original home of the Citadel, the oldest military school in the South." Full review
Gayot "A convenient location with family-focused amenities and historic ambience."
