Charleston Place
Charleston, SC, United States
Style: Classic Luxury. Built: 1986. Remodeled: 2008. Rooms: 435. Suites: 45.
Charleston Place evokes the feeling of a grand 17th century residence from the Italian marble lobby with its signature Georgian Open Arm staircase and 12-foot crystal chandelier to lush personal suites. The staff of Charleston Place is dedicated to entertaining its guests with the finest in Southern hospitality, and has become the choice of celebrities, princes and politicians.
Charleston Place is one of the finest hotels in Charleston, SC. Located in the heart of Charleston's historic downtown, Charleston Place offers unparalleled luxury accommodations including beautifully appointed rooms and suites, award winning dining at the Palmetto Cafe and Charleston Grill restaurants, and a full-service Spa with rooftop indoor outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.
Five Star Alliance Client Reviews - Charleston Place
Annie H., Beaufort, SC. January, 2007
"The experience was wonderful. The atmosphere, decoration and environment are excellent. Our room was cozy and roomy. I love the bathroom. My daughter especially loved the swimming in the indoor pool during the winter!! She also loves room service. Their presentation was excellent."
Danielle M.. December, 2006
"Very nice hotel - only complaint was unable to book king size bed instead of 2 doubles which they had tried to provide."
Beverley P, Worcestershire, United Kingdom. September, 2006
"The Charleston Place is a great hotel in a fabulously convenient location. The service, atmosphere and surroundings were all excellent and our room was of the highest quality. We were particularly impressed with the bed linen, the silence and effectiveness of the air conditioning unit, and the cleanliness of the bathroom, which also provided high quality soaps, shampoos, etc. We ate in the Charleston Grill, the Palmetto Cafe and the Thoroughbred Bar - enjoyed the food in all three. Would definitely stay here again."
Alexis, Gainesville, FL. August, 2006
"Our stay (and participation in the Spoleto Festival) was absolutely delightful. My 16 year old daughter is still raving about the Charleston Grill. She repeatedly states that she wants to go back, NOW. We were fortunate to luck into a room with a balcony which really helps you appreciate the charm of the city. Everything I saw was elegant and beautiful and comfortable. The rooftop pool and jacuzzi was a source of great recuperation in that hot but lovely city. Great aesthetics. The service hit just the right note - pleasant and relaxed. There was none of the simpering artificiality (or annoying hauteur) that you often can find in luxury hotels. It was worth every cent and felt like a true bargain for the pleasure received."
Alan K., Washington, DC. August, 2006
"Charleston Place is in the best possible location to visit the delightful colonial city of Charleston, South Carolina. Everything is accessible on foot - the harbor, the market, the galleries , the antique shops and a range of fine restaurants. The Charleston Grill restaurant , inside the hotel is certainly one of the finest restaurants we have visited anywhere. The hotel itself is very comfortable and the staff service quite superb. The location of the Charleston Place Hotel is what sets it apart. For a city hotel, it does not get much better. An ideal starting point for walking tours of the city, or for accessing the South Carolina coast and countryside. "
Awards
Conde Nast Award Winner, Travel & Leisure Award Winner
Shopping
The Shops at Charleston Place include a collection of 32 upscale shops and boutiques, including Gucci, Laura Ashley, Crabtree and Evelyn, Godiva Chocolatiers and more. Additionally, the hotel is located in the center of what has been the premiere shopping district for more than two hundred years. Today, boutique shops, elegant clothiers, antique merchants and local crafts people, nestled in buildings dating back to the 1700's, offer their wares, including the true Charleston Sweet Grass Basket. For discerning shoppers who prefer private consultations, Charleston Place can arrange for personal shoppers, in-room fittings, or guided antique and silver tours.
Golfing
Golfers can select from more than 21 courses, including Kiawah Island's Ocean Course, home of the most fiercely contested Ryder Cup, also Wild Dunes and the new Arnold Palmer signature course.
Spa Facility
The hotel's spa was voted the "Best City Hotel Spa in North America" by Travel & Leisure Magazine. The Spa at Charleston Place offers a full range of services for you to relax and unwind. Facials, pedicures, manicures, exotic body scrubs and wraps, hot stone- and aroma-therapy, shiatsu, Thai, neuromuscular, sports and pregnancy massage are all available. After a little pampering, guests can lounge by the horizon edged swimming pool with its retractable glass roof, which guarantees the best weather, rain or shine, or soak away any tension in the spacious Jacuzzi while stargazing through the glass roof above.
Beach
For beach lovers, the areas beautiful shorelines of white sand are a favorite for surfing, sailing and dolphin watching. The hotel can provide beach accessories and picnics to ensure a pleasant stress free day.
Pool, Outdoor
In the spa, enjoy the stunning horizon edged swimming pool. Small kids will especially enjoy the children's splash pool located on the rooftop sun terrace.
Child Programs
The hotel offers special programs for their younger guests, with amenities just for children, including a special welcome package with pint size robes, free meals in the Palmetto Cafe, and summer programs that vary from summer sea camps to etiquette lessons.
Fitness Center
Located at the Spa, the fully equipped gym features free weights and state-of-the-art Cyber, Life Fitness and Stairmaster equipment. Professional trainers are on-hand to provide instruction, as well as to lead classes in aerobics, body sculpting, yoga and even power walking through the historic district.
Fine Dining on Site
The experience of dining in the Charleston Grill is something that will shine as a bright star amidst the southern elegance and refinement of Charleston itself. Reward yourself with an evening of highly creative and uniquely presented cuisine served flawlessly by skilled and knowledgeable staff. Relax in the warm and intimate ambiance created by mahogany panelling, hand stenciled hardwood flooring, and the soft sounds of the live jazz trio.
Recommended Rooms
"The Club" floor at Charleston Place offers the hotel's most distinctive level of service, exclusively available on the top two floors of the property. With 79 guestrooms, "The Club" offers a private personal concierge and an array of culinary offerings, including complimentary continental breakfast, afternoon tea, evening cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and after dinner cordials and desserts.
Banquets & Meetings
Offering the ultimate in flexible meeting space, with a total of 22,000 square feet within the hotel, including the Grand Ballroom (14,000+ square feet), ten more function rooms, six hospitality suites, the Grand Hall, and several other outdoor courtyards.
Business Center
The Business Center at Charleston Place offers services ranging from photocopies to extensive presentation materials. Use the business center as your own personal assistant while away from the office.
Note Bene
Charleston offers a unique urban resort experience for the discriminating traveler. Narrow cobble-stoned streets, continental ambiance and old world-style architecture add to the city's European flair. Antique shops, award-winning dining, art galleries and shopping are all part of the Charleston experience, with plantations, historic gardens, beaches, golf courses, the South Carolina Aquarium, Ft. Sumter, the Yorktown WWII aircraft carrier, and the H.S. Hunley counted among the many attractions. Visitors to Charleston, South Carolina are often artistically inspired by the antebellum architecture, intricate iron gates and century old gardens of this historic City. Charleston Place caters to both the beginner and expert artist with an Inspired Artist Kit (A portable easel, sketch paper and charcoal) they can borrow on a complimentary basis. In addition, the concierge can arrange for medium specific art supplies (oils, watercolors, pastels, etc.) to be delivered to the guests room.
Hotel Amenities
- - Spa Facility
- - Pool, Outdoor
- - High Speed Internet
- - Child Programs
- - Fine Dining Nearby
- - Fitness Center
- - Meeting Space
- - Disabled Access
- - Executive Retreat
- - Fine Dining on Site
- - Banquets & Meetings
- - Business Center
Available Activities
- - Jet Skiing
- - Jogging & Running
- - Sailing
- - Shopping
- - Tennis Courts Nearby
- - Theatre & Museums
- - Water Skiing
- - Windsurfing
- - Dining
- - Golfing
- - Beach
Hotel Address
Location SummaryLocated in the heart of the historic district on renowned King Street, Charleston Place is accessible to all that the city has to offer including shopping, dining, historic homes, and tours.
Directions to HotelFrom I26 East and Charleston International Airport: Take I26 East to Charleston. At "I26 end-one mile" sign, merge into the left-hand lane to prepare to take the Meeting Street exit (Visitor's Center Info Sign). Continue on Meeting Street for one mile. Take the first right past Hassel Street. A small sign on the right marks the entrance for Charleston Place Hotel. From Highway 17/West Ashley: Drive over the Ashley River Bridge, staying in the far right lane. Bear right on Lockwood Drive. Go under the Overpass, then get immediately into far left lane. Take the Calhoun Street exit. Go 1 mile, then turn right onto Meeting Street. Go past 3 traffic lights and take the first right past Hassel Street. A small sign on the right marks the entrance for Charleston Place Hotel. From Highway 17/Mt. Pleasant: After crossing the Copper River on the Grace Memorial Bridge, get into the far left lane. Exit left at King Street/ Downtown. Turn right at the stop sign on King Street. Go 1 Mile and make a left on Calhoun Street. Take the next right on Meeting St. Go past 3 traffic lights and take the first right past Hassell Street. A small sign on the right marks the entrance for Charleston Place Hotel.
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or
crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted
rate.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents
will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please
contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the
children. Thank you.
Charleston Place- Highly Recommended
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