Our Story

When it was built in 1986, The Charleston Place answered a call to be part of a larger, audacious vision for the city of Charleston — a catalyst for its revival and resurgence as a world class travel destination.

A Historic Hotel in Charleston

Designed to complement Charleston’s historic architecture, the hotel breathed new life into the city. Together with its restaurants, cocktail lounge, spa, and retail shops, The Charleston Place created jobs and won the hearts of locals, vacationers, corporate travelers, meeting planners, and wedding planners alike.

It’s a legacy we’re grateful to inherit.

Now, as stewards of its stories, we are called to write our own. We believe that hospitality is a transformative art — that this “place” can do more than inspire and nurture its guests, team, and partners. It can inspire an entire city, country, and world.

Use the handy map below to learn about a few of our favorite places and spaces and plan your own adventure.

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GIBBES MUSEUM OF ART

135 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

Established as the Carolina Art Association in 1858, the museum moved into a new Beaux Arts building at 135 Meeting Street, in the Charleston Historic District, in 1905.

COLONIAL LAKE

46-54 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29401

Colonial Lake is a tidal pond in Charleston, South Carolina with wide walkways around it.

THE BATTERY

E. Battery & S. Battery St.

Landmark defensive seawall & promenade, lined by stately antebellum homes & historical monuments.

RAINBOW ROW

83-107 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401

Rainbow Row refers to the row of pastel-colored historic homes located on East Bay Street, just along the Battery.

LONGITUDE LANE

Longitude Ln

Longitude Lane is a short, narrow alley in urban Charleston that has captured the imagination of countless tourists and residents alike.

THE CHARLESTON PLACE

205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Easily accessible by car, taxi, and shuttle.

CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

120 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401

Designed by Brooklyn architect Patrick Keely in the Gothic Revival style, it opened in 1907.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

66 George St, Charleston, SC 29424

The College of Charleston is a public liberal arts college in Charleston, South Carolina

PINEAPPLE FOUNTAIN

1 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC 29401

Multi-layered, pineapple-shaped fountain facing the waterfront, popular for photos.

A GRAND NEW CHAPTER

CP Reimagined

Join us as we embark on a new era for Charleston’s Living Room.

The Charleston Place

An extraordinary transformation of The Charleston Place is underway, and we invite you to follow along on this exciting journey.

This Reimagination consists of a series of interior and exterior projects, being completed in phases, that will elevate and enhance The Charleston Place experience for generations to come.

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Comfort away from home

Amenities

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The Lobby

We think of our iconic lobby as Charleston’s living room — an inviting, comforting space where all are welcome — where family, friends, kind strangers, and neighbors love to gather. Sink into a gorgeous armchair. Tune into the magical hum of conversation. Watch people come and go, or arrive and stay. Everywhere you look, something beautiful and interesting awaits. We can’t wait to see you.

Fitness Center

Open daily, 6AM-8PM

Located on the second floor, to the right of the elevators, our state-of-the-art fitness center is equipped with a full range of free weights and the latest Cybex, Life Fitness, Peloton bikes, and Stairmaster cardiovascular machines.

Bicycles

Hop on one of our bikes and pedal your way through the Holy City. It’s an easy, always breezy way to explore, cover a lot of ground, and stop to smell the gardenias.

We delight in the details — and are always ready to make your stay unforgettable. Whether it’s securing stylish transportation to the airport or scheduling a much-needed massage, we’re here to fulfill every need and wish.

The Shops

Experience an exclusive collection of curated and renowned shops right outside your door. The Shops at The Charleston Place offer a diverse range of high-end fashion for men, women, and children, seamlessly blending the city’s architectural charm with contemporary style.

Parking & Transportation

The Charleston Place offers valet parking only. Valet parking is $56 per night. During the reimagination of The Charleston Place, our Tesla and universal vehicle chargers will not be available for use.

For non-valet, a City of Charleston parking garage is located adjacent to the hotel, accessible from the hotel’s Meeting and Hasell Street entrances.

Charleston is a pedestrian and bicycle-friendly city. We offer free bicycle rentals to all guests.

Hop on and off the city’s free DASH shuttles. They run throughout the peninsula and offer easy access to local landmarks and attractions.