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John Rutledge House InnvsWild Dunes Resort
Both properties are endorsed by professionals. On balance, John Rutledge House Inn is the choice of most writers compared to Wild Dunes Resort. John Rutledge House Inn is ranked #13 in Charleston with praise from 10 publications such as Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Zagat.
John Rutledge House Inn
Concierge
Fodor's
Star Service
Michelin Guide
Zagat
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler 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 Telegraph8.0
"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
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
