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Tides Folly BeachvsThe Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel ranks slightly better than Tides Folly Beach. Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel scores 77 with accolades from 5 sources including Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Star Service.
Tides Folly Beach
Oyster
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
1 Center Street, PO Box 68, Folly Beach, SC 29439
From $116/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterMid-Range
"The Tides Folly Beach is a solid mid-range hotel that is notably clean and modern." Full review
Fodor's "At the end of Folly Beach’s main drag stands this recently revamped oceanfront property—the only of its kind on the island." Full review
Afar Magazine "A short drive from Charleston, islands hug the coastline and offer a lovely selection of beaches, each with its own personality." Full review
The Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel Fodor's
Frommer's
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
68 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "If you want to park your car and enjoy the rest of your vacation exploring Charleston by foot, this upscale property operated by the Marriott chain is the place for you." Full review
Frommer's "Built in 2001, with a massive renovation completed in 2008, this is the most upscale member of the extended Marriott family of chain hotels in historic Charleston." Full review
Star Service "Well-situated in the heart of town...this upbeat, upscale commercial kingpin clobbers the Marriott and Doubletree with its excellent service." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Bold, contemporary colors accent these Marriott rooms, with upper suite balconies affording great views of the Holy City skyline, as does the rooftop pool." Full review
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Live jazz bar The Mezz is half a block away for cocktails and great food, but don't miss the Renaissance's own destination restaurant, Barony Tavern, helmed by one of Charleston's original star chefs, Robert Carter.
Condé Nast Traveler "This is a top notch, Marriott branded, completely refurbished hotel with all the technological perks you would expect." Full review
