Charleston Hotels: Top-Rated & Best Hotels in Charleston

Q: When is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Charleston?

In recent Klook booking data, August is typically the cheapest month for hotels in Charleston. That month’s median nightly rate is around USD 137, about 46% lower than the priciest month on past bookings.

Q: Which months are the most expensive for hotels in Charleston?

In recent Klook booking data, June is typically the most expensive month for hotels in Charleston. Past bookings show the median nightly rate in June at roughly USD 252, noticeably above the city’s average.

Q: How much does a hotel in Charleston cost per night?

In recent Klook booking data, the city’s overall median nightly rate is around USD 188. Rates vary by class — economy hotels average about USD 137 per night, while standard hotels sit higher.

Q: What is the difference between the hotel classes, and which is the best value?

Economy, standard, premium and luxury tiers differ mainly in price and general level of offering, with economy being the most budget-friendly and luxury the priciest. Based on recent Klook bookings, economy is the best value with a median around USD 137 and the biggest price jump occurs between economy and standard (about USD 79).

Q: How far ahead should I book a hotel in Charleston from Hong Kong?

For travellers from Hong Kong, booking a few days in advance is common, with ‘typical’ bookings around 1 day ahead and ‘early’ bookings around 10 days. This suggests flexibility is possible, but securing a room earlier can help if you want specific dates or categories.

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2 adults, 1 room

1/5

The Francis Marion Hotel

4.5/5

Fantastic

2K+ reviews

1.2km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

39K+ people booked

€182.28

Based on rates from 14 Dec

1/5

Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG

Just renovated

4.3/5

Great

1K+ reviews

1.1km from Citadel Mall

Fitness

Business center

15K+ people booked

€102.40

Based on rates from 10 Dec

1/5

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview

3.3/5

Good

2K+ reviews

3.0km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

40K+ people booked

€82.86

Based on rates from 1 Dec

1/5

Best Western Charleston Inn

3.9/5

Good

1K+ reviews

1.6km from Riverpark Plaza

Business center

15K+ people booked

€91.44

Based on rates from 1 Dec

1/5

Elliott House Inn

4.2/5

Great

1K+ reviews

300m from downtown

15K+ people booked

€216.33

Based on rates from 14 Dec

1/5

Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview by IHG

4.0/5

Great

1K+ reviews

1.0km from Harborage at Ashley Marina

Fitness

Business center

16K+ people booked

€119.13

Based on rates from 15 Nov

1/5

4.7/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

500m from downtown

18K+ people booked

€169.90

Based on rates from 14 Dec

1/5

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG

4.0/5

Great

1K+ reviews

2.6km from downtown

4.9/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

1.5km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

€211.46

1/5

Zero George Street

4.9/5

Fantastic

384 reviews

1.2km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

€290.04

1/5

The Spectator Hotel

4.9/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

600m from downtown

Clean and tidy

€278.44

1/5

20 South Battery

4.9/5

Fantastic

273 reviews

700m from downtown

Hospitable service

Clean and tidy

€336.07

1/5

HarbourView Inn

4.9/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

600m from downtown

Business center

€216.21

1/5

Hotel Richemont

4.8/5

Fantastic

234 reviews

800m from downtown

Clean and tidy

€290.12

1/5

The Francis Marion Hotel

4.5/5

Fantastic

2K+ reviews

1.2km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

€182.28

1/5

The Vendue

4.7/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

500m from downtown

€169.90

1/5

The Pinch Hotel

4.9/5

Fantastic

215 reviews

1.0km from downtown

Clean and tidy

€287.64

1/5

The Loutrel

5.0/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

500m from downtown

Fitness

€320.23

1/5

Emeline

4.7/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

600m from downtown

Fitness

€186.43

1/5

Hilton Club Liberty Place Charleston

4.9/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

1.5km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

€211.46

1/5

The Palmetto Hotel

4.7/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

600m from downtown

Clean and tidy

€243.17

1/5

The Jasmine House

4.7/5

Fantastic

427 reviews

800m from downtown

€240.49

1/5

Zero George Street

4.9/5

Fantastic

384 reviews

1.2km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

€290.04

1/5

Hotel Bennett

4.8/5

Fantastic

1K+ reviews

1.4km from downtown

Fitness

Business center

€532.48

Typical range Typical rate

HK$2,000

HK$1,800

HK$1,600

HK$1,400

HK$1,200

HK$1,000

Avg HK$1,466 Cheapest HK$1,068 Priciest HK$1,965

Aug Apr May Jun

August is typically the most affordable month for hotels in Charleston, at around HKD 1,068 per night, roughly 46% below the priciest month in June when rates are around HKD 1,965. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – June 2026.

HK$2,000

HK$1,500

HK$1,000

HK$500

HK$0

HK$1,068

Budget

HK$1,684

Standard

Budget hotels offer the best balance of price and comfort at around HKD 1,068 per night, with the biggest jump occurring from Budget to Standard (about HKD 616 higher); top-tier stays run roughly 1.6 times the bottom. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

0 daysLast-minute

1 daysTypical

10 daysEarly

Travellers from Hong Kong typically book about 1 day ahead, a pace that suggests flexibility rather than urgency for the priciest months named in the price card. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Hotel class comparison and rates

Overall the jump between the most affordable and the most premium class is about one and a half times, according to Klook booking data. The best balance sits with Budget, typically around HKD 1,068 per night on Klook, and the largest step travellers notice is the move from Budget to Standard — roughly HKD 616 more, a decision point worth flagging as you upgrade.

Hotel Class	Typical Nightly Rate
Budget	HKD 1,068
Standard	HKD 1,684

Typical nightly rate is the median paid on Klook for a night in that class; rates are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

When travellers from Hong Kong should book

Klook booking data shows the lowest typical rate appears in August — typically around HKD 1,068 — while the priciest month is June with typical rates around HKD 1,965; August suits a budget-led trip. Most travellers lock in a room only about one day ahead, so plans can stay flexible; earlier planners book up to ten days ahead, and booking earlier is more useful for June when rates are higher.

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