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The Restoration HotelvsPlanters Inn
Both The Restoration and Planters Inn are rated highly by writers. Overall, The Restoration ranks slightly higher than Planters Inn. The Restoration has a TripExpert Score of 91 with positive reviews from 13 sources such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and goop.
The Restoration Hotel
Gayot
Zagat
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter
Star Service
Forbes Travel Guide
The Telegraph
goop
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
75 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $249/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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 "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."
OysterUpscale
"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 "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 "Hip home away from home with Southern charm and a rooftop lounge in downtown Charleston." Full review
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 Recommended
"The Restoration is discreetly tucked away off of King Street, Charleston’s most popular shopping strip." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A seamless, imaginative weaving together of new and existing buildings, The Restoration offers 54 suites, plus a rooftop restaurant and bar." Full review
goop "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 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
Planters Inn
Concierge
Fodor's Star Service
Michelin Guide Gayot Zagat Oyster Afar Magazine Jetsetter goop Show All Reviews
112 North Market Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $249/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "A member of upscale Relais & Châteaux collection, this exquisite, 62-room hotel lives up to its A-list reputation."
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Peninsula Grill is a hot ticket for a romantic dinner; book at least a month in advance.
Fodor's "Part of the Relais & Châteaux group, this boutique property with well-appointed and beautifully maintained rooms is a stately sanctuary amid the bustle of Charleston's Market." Full review
Star Service "Posh period precincts aside, this place attracts small, select gatherings, weddings and individuals, gourmands among them—the restaurant is a sanctuary for foodies." Full review
Michelin Guide "Accommodations in the original 1844 building of this historic-district Relais & Chiteaux property are elegantly designed... the inn's Peninsula Grill gets raves."
Gayot "The décor here is wonderfully subdued... There is something about the careful placement of each treasure that makes you want to whisper as you walk through the halls."
Zagat3.7
"Amid the “middle of it all” on Market Street, this “romantic” 64-room inn provides a “pleasant oasis of calm” from the moment guests step into the “lovely courtyard garden”."
OysterUpscale
"Planters Inn is an intimate 64-room, luxury boutique hotel with historic charm and antique-style furnishings." Full review
Afar Magazine "The high ceilings, plush carpeting, handmade reproduction furniture, and gas-lit outdoor lanterns all work in concert to make each guest's stay as relaxing and authentic as possible." Full review
Jetsetter "Old World charmer in the heart of Charleston, with a popular restaurant and wedding-favorite outdoor courtyard." Full review
goop "Planters Inn sits right near Charleston’s City Market." Full review
