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Tides Folly BeachvsThe Spectator Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by writers. On balance, The Spectator Hotel scores slightly higher than Tides Folly Beach. The Spectator Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 77 with approval from 7 sources like Jetsetter, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
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 Spectator Hotel
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
The Telegraph Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Hideaway Report Afar Magazine
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67 State Street, corner of State and Linguard, Charleston, SC 29041
From $229/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot "With its stylish interiors, this hotel provides a pretty complement to its historic setting."
Travel + Leisure "A sleek hotel just south of Charleston's historic city market, The Spectator channels 1920s glam with accents like hand painted wallpaper, a gilded elevator, and mirrored ceilings." Full review
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Be sure to do cocktails at the bar in the darkly paneled, book-lined lounge just off the lobby.
Jetsetter "An award-winning, 1920s-inspired hotel near the French Quarter and City Market, with a welcome drink, breakfast in your room, butler service and more." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"One of Charleston’s newest hotels, The Spectator has opened up to a great fanfare." Full review
Fodor's "A swanky Art Deco aesthetic fills The Spectator boutique hotel, which sits less than a block south of the bustling City Market." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A beautifully designed boutique hotel with a sexy bar just steps from Charleston's historic market." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of the city's swankiest newest hotels offers above-and-beyond service and amenities (including things like personal butlers and warming towel racks), plus a bit of Jazz Age flair." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Conveniently located near the Charleston City Market, this lovely hotel in a red-brick structure features an environment where Jazz Age glamour meets the Old South." Full review
Afar Magazine "The four-story hotel houses more than 40 rooms, all of which boast locally designed bedding and products from Deep Steep, a vegan and cruelty-free line of bathroom amenities. " Full review
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Should any needs arise, sit back and relax—personal butlers are at the beck and call of every guest and will take care of anything from drawing a bath to making dinner reservations.
Independent "Nods to the Jazz Age and its vintage aesthetic evoke a truly romantic atmosphere, and the hotel just exudes a timeless style...it’s one of the only hotels in town with a butler service"
