Wentworth MansionvsMills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Wentworth Mansion scores significantly higher than The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel. Wentworth Mansion is ranked #2 in Charleston with accolades from 15 publications like Jetsetter, Concierge and Fodor's.
Wentworth Mansion Show All Reviews
149 Wentworth St., Charleston, SC 29401
From $349/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge
"This elegant inn, a stunning example of Gilded Age architecture, is largely unchanged since the days when it belonged to Francis Silas Rodgers."
Fodor's
"Guests at the most grand inn in town admire the Second Empire antiques and reproductions, the rich fabrics, inset wood paneling, and original stained-glass windows." Full review
Star Service
"Five blocks west of King Street, this is Charleston's best option for those seeking a small, select, full-service hotel with authentic patina in the historic center." Full review
Gayot
"This Second Empire-style home was built between 1885 and 1887... Accommodations range from Mansion Rooms to the Grand Mansion Suite. The latter looks as if it belongs in a European villa."
Zagat
4.0
"Housed in a circa-1886 mansion, this “breathtakingly beautiful” “gem of a hotel” tucked away on residential Wentworth Street features “luxurious” rooms furnished with antiques."
Afar Magazine
"This Gilded Age residence, built for a cotton merchant and his bride in the 1880s, was renovated and opened as a hotel in 1998 after stints as a masonic meeting place and an insurance office." Full review
Jetsetter
"Circa 1886 boutique sleep with a spa and ideal location a short walk to downtown Charleston." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Stately and elegant yet warmly inviting, the Wentworth Mansion offers a unique step back in time." Full review
goop
"Proof that you don’t have to go too far to be completely transported, a stay at Charleston’s Wentworth Mansion is the closest one might come to traveling back in time." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Restored 1887 mansion-hotel in tranquil setting at the edge of Charleston’s historic district." Full review
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
115 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $153/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"Its new look puts it comfortably in the middle of the ranks, making it a fabulous choice for those who want a good base in this city at a good price. " Full review
Rough Guide
"Large, smart, very central hotel, in business since 1853. Guest rooms combine elegant period furnishings with modern comfort."
Lonely Planet
"This grand old dame (150 years young, merci ) has had an $11-million facelift, and is now one of the most opulent choices in the area. " Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Within walking distance of Museum Mile... one of the best values for the area, and unlike some competitors, it has a pool." Full review
Jetsetter
"A welcoming hotel on an elegant estate in Charleston's Historic District, walking distance from Museum Mile." Full review
Fodor's
"A favorite local landmark, from which several historic tours depart, the Mills House is the reconstruction of an 1853 hotel where Robert E. Lee once waved from the wrought-iron balcony." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Those of you in love with the throwback opulence of the old Mills House might be jarred by its contemporary makeover, but let's face it: we are never too old to reinvent ourselves." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Known as the "pink hotel" for its blush-hued facade...greets guests with a stylish lobby porch and a beautiful courtyard anchored by a grand fireplace."