The Ryder HotelvsThe Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
Both properties are recommended by writers. On balance, King Charles Inn ranks slightly higher than The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina. King Charles Inn comes in at #20 in Charleston with endorsements from 4 publications such as Fodor's, Star Service and Frommer's.
The Ryder Hotel
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $199/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Oyster
Mid-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"
The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
28 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29483
From $197/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
The Telegraph
8.0
"A harbour-front hotel with knockout Charleston views, The Beach Club offers upscale full-service amenities with prime waterfront access." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Opened September 2016. Across the harbor from Charleston in Mount Pleasant.
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Travel + Leisure
"Many Charleston hotels cater to the couples market, but this one has all of the things a family craves, including two pools, spacious rooms, and a decidedly unstuffy atmosphere." Full review
Fodor's
"Mount Pleasant's finest hotel sits on Charleston Harbor, so you can gaze at the city's skyline with your feet on this resort's sandy beach or from the waterfront pool." Full review
Fodor's
"Whether you’re on a family vacay, work trip, or weekend getaway, you’ll have zero trouble unwinding at Mount Pleasant’s finest hotel, situated just across the harbor from downtown Charleston." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, which is located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is separated from the hustle and bustle of downtown Charleston by the Cooper..." Full review