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Best-rated
French Quarter Inn
- Valet parking
- Early check-in/ -out
- Premium bedding
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
French Quarter Inn Charleston provides proximity to the eight-acre Joe Riley Waterfront Park, which is situated around 15 minutes' walk away.
The dessert restaurant Kaminsky's Most Excellent Cafe is approximately 100 metres away.
French Quarter Inn
- Valet parking
- Early check-in/ -out
- Premium bedding
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
French Quarter Inn
French Quarter Inn Charleston provides proximity to the eight-acre Joe Riley Waterfront Park, which is situated around 15 minutes' walk away.
The dessert restaurant Kaminsky's Most Excellent Cafe is approximately 100 metres away.
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Great deal
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Beach access
The Charlestonian
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Featuring a play area and a golf course, the 4-star The Charlestonian Aparthotel is nestled approximately a 25-minute walk from the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston. The aparthotel offers 6 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant.
Within easy reach of The Charlestonian Aparthotel, Ladles Soups Downtown serves American dishes.
The Charlestonian
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
The Charlestonian
Featuring a play area and a golf course, the 4-star The Charlestonian Aparthotel is nestled approximately a 25-minute walk from the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston. The aparthotel offers 6 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant.
Within easy reach of The Charlestonian Aparthotel, Ladles Soups Downtown serves American dishes.
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Top location
John Rutledge House Inn
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 28 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Babysitting/Child services
Nestled in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, the comfortable 4-star John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is within 3 km of such cultural places of interest as the Naval Patriots Point Maritime Museum. This Charleston hotel takes extra care of families with children by providing child care services.
John Rutledge House Inn
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 28 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Babysitting/Child services
John Rutledge House Inn
Nestled in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, the comfortable 4-star John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is within 3 km of such cultural places of interest as the Naval Patriots Point Maritime Museum. This Charleston hotel takes extra care of families with children by providing child care services.
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Eco-friendly stay
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Approximately a 20-minute walk from the Aiken-Rhett House, the 4-star smoke-free Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel includes 210 rooms. Featuring a ballroom and a cocktail lounge, this upmarket hotel is located only a few steps from the Gibbes Museum of Art.
Serving both food and drinks, Toast Restaurant is situated just 200 metres from the Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton.
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton
Approximately a 20-minute walk from the Aiken-Rhett House, the 4-star smoke-free Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel includes 210 rooms. Featuring a ballroom and a cocktail lounge, this upmarket hotel is located only a few steps from the Gibbes Museum of Art.
Serving both food and drinks, Toast Restaurant is situated just 200 metres from the Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton.
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Eco-friendly stay
Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Cots
Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the perfect 3-star Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley hotel is located within 5 minutes' walk of Shoppers Port Shopping Center. Staying at the smoke-free hotel, guests can discover the business area, well-known for cultural highlights like The Citadel Archives and Museum, which stands around 7 km away.
Ruby Tuesday offers American meals and lies within easy reach of the accommodation.
Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Cots
Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley
Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the perfect 3-star Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley hotel is located within 5 minutes' walk of Shoppers Port Shopping Center. Staying at the smoke-free hotel, guests can discover the business area, well-known for cultural highlights like The Citadel Archives and Museum, which stands around 7 km away.
Ruby Tuesday offers American meals and lies within easy reach of the accommodation.
Andrew Pinckney Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
- Children's buffet
Guests of the 4-star Andrew Pinckney Inn Charleston can easily reach the southern Peninsula Grill Restaurant, located about a 5-minute walk away.
Guests may find the seafood restaurant Hyman's Seafood fairly close to Andrew Pinckney Inn.
Andrew Pinckney Inn
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
- Children's buffet
Andrew Pinckney Inn
Guests of the 4-star Andrew Pinckney Inn Charleston can easily reach the southern Peninsula Grill Restaurant, located about a 5-minute walk away.
Guests may find the seafood restaurant Hyman's Seafood fairly close to Andrew Pinckney Inn.
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Eco-friendly stay
The Dewberry Charleston
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Steam room
- Babysitting/Child services
Offering a location within 200 metres of the Marion Square, The Dewberry Charleston Hotel offers 150 rooms. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness centre.
The restaurant Citrus Club awaits guests with a selection of Caribbean dishes.
The Dewberry Charleston
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Steam room
- Babysitting/Child services
The Dewberry Charleston
Offering a location within 200 metres of the Marion Square, The Dewberry Charleston Hotel offers 150 rooms. All guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas and access to a fitness centre.
The restaurant Citrus Club awaits guests with a selection of Caribbean dishes.
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Guest favorite
Emeline
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Located merely 14 minutes' walk from the eight-acre Joe Riley Waterfront Park, the 4-star smoke-free Emeline Hotel Charleston provides guests with a shopping area and a restaurant. Discover the perfect combination of air-conditioned rooms and dry cleaning service and housekeeping at the comfortable hotel.
Market Street Deli and Salads offers a selection of American delicacies and lies right around the corner from this Charleston hotel.
Emeline
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Emeline
Located merely 14 minutes' walk from the eight-acre Joe Riley Waterfront Park, the 4-star smoke-free Emeline Hotel Charleston provides guests with a shopping area and a restaurant. Discover the perfect combination of air-conditioned rooms and dry cleaning service and housekeeping at the comfortable hotel.
Market Street Deli and Salads offers a selection of American delicacies and lies right around the corner from this Charleston hotel.
Kings Courtyard Inn
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 17 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Babysitting/Child services
Offering welcoming rooms, the 3-star Kings Courtyard Inn Charleston is located 6 minutes' walk from Rainbow Market Shopping Center. Wi-Fi in public areas, a lift and a vending machine are featured at the hotel.
Kings Courtyard Inn is 5 minutes on foot from Toast Restaurant, that serves American cuisine.
Kings Courtyard Inn
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 17 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Babysitting/Child services
Kings Courtyard Inn
Offering welcoming rooms, the 3-star Kings Courtyard Inn Charleston is located 6 minutes' walk from Rainbow Market Shopping Center. Wi-Fi in public areas, a lift and a vending machine are featured at the hotel.
Kings Courtyard Inn is 5 minutes on foot from Toast Restaurant, that serves American cuisine.
Wentworth Mansion
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Babysitting/Child services
The elegant Wentworth Mansion Hotel Charleston, situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from the ten-acre Brittlebank Park, features facials, a summer terrace, and a shared lounge.
Circa 1886 Restaurant serves contemporary cuisine and is located nearly a 5-minute walk away.
Wentworth Mansion
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Babysitting/Child services
Wentworth Mansion
The elegant Wentworth Mansion Hotel Charleston, situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from the ten-acre Brittlebank Park, features facials, a summer terrace, and a shared lounge.
Circa 1886 Restaurant serves contemporary cuisine and is located nearly a 5-minute walk away.
Hotel Richemont
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Family rooms
Nestled in Historic District, which is home to beautiful houses, gardens, and numerous museums, about 5 minutes' walk from Rainbow Market Shopping Center, the comfortable Hotel Richemont Charleston offers a terrace. Within reach of the Pineapple Fountain, the hotel with 24 rooms features a lift and an outdoor fireplace.
This accommodation features Two Bit Club restaurant serving Vietnamese cuisine.
Hotel Richemont
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Family rooms
Hotel Richemont
Nestled in Historic District, which is home to beautiful houses, gardens, and numerous museums, about 5 minutes' walk from Rainbow Market Shopping Center, the comfortable Hotel Richemont Charleston offers a terrace. Within reach of the Pineapple Fountain, the hotel with 24 rooms features a lift and an outdoor fireplace.
This accommodation features Two Bit Club restaurant serving Vietnamese cuisine.
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 12 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
The wonderful 3-star Courtyard Charleston Waterfront Hotel is located just an 11-minute stroll from Urban Garden, offering 179 rooms, Wi-Fi, and private car parking. Featuring a convenience store and a luggage room, the smoke-free hotel is 2.8 km from the public White Point Garden.
American specialities are among the dishes offered by the onsite American-style restaurant. Bistro at Courtyard Marriott Charleston Waterfront offers American meals and lies within easy reach of the accommodation.
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 12 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront
The wonderful 3-star Courtyard Charleston Waterfront Hotel is located just an 11-minute stroll from Urban Garden, offering 179 rooms, Wi-Fi, and private car parking. Featuring a convenience store and a luggage room, the smoke-free hotel is 2.8 km from the public White Point Garden.
American specialities are among the dishes offered by the onsite American-style restaurant. Bistro at Courtyard Marriott Charleston Waterfront offers American meals and lies within easy reach of the accommodation.
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Patio
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast Charleston hotel is a great place to stay in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, 20 minutes' walk from the Aiken-Rhett House. The bed & breakfast offers high-speed Internet access in public areas.
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast hotel is a few steps from Fuel Charleston and serves delectable meals.
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Patio
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast Charleston hotel is a great place to stay in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, 20 minutes' walk from the Aiken-Rhett House. The bed & breakfast offers high-speed Internet access in public areas.
Innkeepers Quarters Queen Suite With Breakfast hotel is a few steps from Fuel Charleston and serves delectable meals.
Residence Inn Charleston Riverview
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Offering access to the South Windermere Shopping Center, which is merely 1.4 km away, the 3-star Residence Inn Charleston Riverview features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course.
For a meal, guests can choose between Waffle House and Harborview Restaurant & Lounge.
Residence Inn Charleston Riverview
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's buffet
Residence Inn Charleston Riverview
Offering access to the South Windermere Shopping Center, which is merely 1.4 km away, the 3-star Residence Inn Charleston Riverview features a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course.
For a meal, guests can choose between Waffle House and Harborview Restaurant & Lounge.
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel is a great place to stay in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, a 20-minute walk from the public White Point Garden. Located in the centre of the city, this hotel offers air-conditioned rooms and views of the city.
Guests may find the restaurant Tommy Condon's a 5-minute stroll away.
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel
Church Street Inn Historic Charleston, Ascend Collection Hotel is a great place to stay in Downtown Charleston, which is the South Carolina port city founded in 1670, a 20-minute walk from the public White Point Garden. Located in the centre of the city, this hotel offers air-conditioned rooms and views of the city.
Guests may find the restaurant Tommy Condon's a 5-minute stroll away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Kids friendly hotels in Charleston, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| French Quarter Inn |
9.6 / 10 (410 Reviews) |
From 411$ | |
| The Charlestonian |
9.1 / 10 (242 Reviews) |
From 149$ | |
| John Rutledge House Inn |
9.9 / 10 (24 Reviews) |
From 390$ | |
| Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection By Hilton |
8.8 / 10 (346 Reviews) |
From 153$ | |
| Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley |
9.1 / 10 (291 Reviews) |
From 152$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What family-friendly hotels near downtown Charleston offer easy access to attractions?
Kings Courtyard Inn and Andrew Pinckney Inn are both centrally located, providing access to the Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park. These hotels are great as they are within walking distance of many family-friendly spots.
Book your stay during weekdays to find lower rates at these popular hotels.
Which hotels with pools in Charleston are best for kids?
Courtyard Charleston Waterfront and Residence Inn Charleston Riverview both feature outdoor pools, making them perfect for kids to enjoy during warm days. These hotels often have family-friendly amenities nearby.
Consider visiting the pool area in the morning or late afternoon when it is less crowded.
Where can I find kid-friendly dining options near my hotel?
Most family-friendly hotels, like the French Quarter Inn and the Emeline, are situated near kid-friendly restaurants offering diverse menus. Look for places with outdoor seating for a more relaxed atmosphere.
Check out nearby restaurants during lunch hours for special kids' menus that are often more affordable.
What family-oriented activities are near historic Charleston hotels?
Staying at the John Rutledge House Inn or the Church Street Inn puts families near attractions like the South Carolina Aquarium and the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. These sites provide engaging activities for children and adults alike.
Plan your visits to these attractions on weekdays to avoid large crowds and enjoy a quieter experience.
Which hotels in Charleston offer spacious rooms suitable for families?
Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley provides spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, ideal for families needing extra room. If you prefer a historic ambiance, consider the Residence Inn Charleston Riverview.
Choose a suite with a kitchenette to prepare quick meals, helping to save costs on dining out.
Are there hotels in Charleston that allow pets for family vacations?
Hotels like the Kings Courtyard Inn and Emeline are both pet-friendly, ensuring that your furry family members can join the fun. These hotels offer amenities for pets, making your stay comfortable.
Check in advance for any pet fees and book a room on the ground floor for easy outdoor access.
What seasonal events can families enjoy in Charleston?
Families can attend the Lowcountry Oyster Festival in January and Spoleto Festival USA in May, both offering activities for all ages. These events are a great way to explore local culture while having fun.
Book accommodations well in advance for these popular events, as hotels fill up quickly.
How do families get around Charleston using public transport?
Charleston's CARTA bus system offers convenient routes for families traveling to key attractions like the Battery and the Charleston Museum. The buses are affordable and a practical way to avoid parking fees.
Purchase a day pass for unlimited rides, which provides better value for families visiting multiple sites.
What safety tips should families follow while exploring Charleston?
Charleston is generally safe, especially in well-lit areas like the Historic District. Families should remain aware of their surroundings, especially in busy tourist spots and avoid empty alleys at night.
Secure valuables in hotel safes and consider using a crossbody bag for added security while out and about.
What museums in Charleston are best for young children?
The Children's Museum of the Lowcountry and the South Carolina Aquarium offer interactive and educational experiences that are perfect for young kids. They provide hands-on exhibits that engage children's imaginations.
Visit these museums during early hours for less crowded experiences and better access to activities.
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