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Inn at Middleton PlacevsWild Dunes Resort
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Inn at Middleton Place ranks significantly better than Wild Dunes Resort. Inn at Middleton Place has a TripExpert Score of 82 with positive reviews from 9 sources including Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Jetsetter.
Inn at Middleton Place
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
4290 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
Fodor's "Located on the banks of the Ashley River, this country inn offers a peaceful respite from the city—there are even shady hammocks outside for afternoon naps." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Award-winning contemporary design, gracious accommodations, and a setting amid natural beauty are the hallmarks of this elegant inn."
OysterUpscale
"An upscale hotel situated on the historic Middleton Place Plantation with beautiful gardens, landscaped lakes, and a scenic river." Full review
Jetsetter "Modernist South Carolina hideaway on the wooded grounds of a National Historic Landmark." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This hotel, with its award-winning architecture adjacent to a historic plantation, delivers contemporary luxury and unparalleled access to Middleton’s renowned gardens." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "An immersive rural retreat in a modern building on a 17th century plantation fifteen miles west of Charleston." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Locals love to get away here. You’re at a 17th century plantation of well-landscaped gardens, but the design is intentionally minimal and modern." Full review
Frommer's "The lodge-like rooms are spacious and comfy enough...walking, bike riding, and kayaking on the Ashley River, and horseback riding are some of the activities on offer" Full review
Lonely Planet "This dreamy property adjacent to Middleton Place is family friendly for its serene, riverside locale, relaxing pool and convenient kayak rentals" Full review
Wild Dunes Resort Fodor's
Star Service Jetsetter Oyster Travel + Leisure
5757 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms, SC 29451-2734
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's "Guests, which include many families in the summer, have a long list of recreational options—such as Tom Fazio golf courses and nationally ranked tennis programs." Full review
Star Service "This property is a wonderfully landscaped 1,600-acre collection of taupe villas covering the entire north side of this island." Full review
Jetsetter "A 1,600-acre seaside retreat, with highly acclaimed golf courses and condos that can sleep up to six guests." Full review
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Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and you can also request cribs/infant beds.
OysterUpscale
"The four-pearl Wild Dunes Resort is a huge 458-room property located on the beach in a gated community at the end of the Isle of Palms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The resort occupies 1,600 acres of private oceanfront property, with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other." Full review
