20 South BatteryvsThe Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Battery Carriage House Inn is preferred by most writers compared to Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel. Battery Carriage House Inn comes in at 77 with endorsements from 5 sources like Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
20 South Battery
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20 S Battery, Charleston, SC 29401
From $257/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Meeting Rooms
- Air Conditioning
Frommer's "In one of the largest antebellum neighborhoods of Charleston, this inn offers guest rooms in a somewhat eccentric carriage house behind the main building." Full review
Lonely Planet "Step through the iron gates and into this secluded 11-room treasure, where an interior garden filled with roses and whimsically trimmed topiary hedges begs you to sit down for a cup of tea." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Dating back to 1843, the Battery Carriage House Inn is located along the city's famous area known as The Battery and offers views of Charleston Harbor and historic Fort Sumter." Full review
Zagat4.2
"This "beautiful" 11-room inn provides a “charming historic locale” for guests hoping to “experience old Charleston” in the heart of the neighborhood south of Broad Street."
Fodor's "Facing White Point Gardens, this 19th-century house has views of Fort Sumter and Charleston Harbor from the front steps." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Why book? Imagine having a grandiose historic house museum all to yourself, and being allowed to sit on the furniture. Settle in!Set the scene: 20 South Battery looms large at the tip of..." Full review
Fodor's "Facing White Point Garden, this 11-room inn within a five-story 1843 mansion makes you feel like you've stepped back in time. Gaze up at the ceiling in the massive ballroom or relax in..." Full review
U.S. News & World Report6.0
"Located in the Historic Battery District of Charleston, South Carolina , 20 South Battery is a luxurious 11-room boutique hotel. Originally built in 1843, the property went through a..." Full review
New York Times "20 South Battery is a small hotel near Oyster Point with views of White Point Garden, Fort Sumter and the Charleston Harbor. Rooms start from $550 a night."
National Geographic "Built in 1843, this former private mansion is now a B&B, but has retained all of its Victorian charm. A quartet of lavish suites with four-poster beds, chandeliers and huge 19th-century..."
The Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel Fodor's Frommer's
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68 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "If you want to park your car and enjoy the rest of your vacation exploring Charleston by foot, this upscale property operated by the Marriott chain is the place for you." Full review
Frommer's "Built in 2001, with a massive renovation completed in 2008, this is the most upscale member of the extended Marriott family of chain hotels in historic Charleston." Full review
Star Service "Well-situated in the heart of town...this upbeat, upscale commercial kingpin clobbers the Marriott and Doubletree with its excellent service." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Bold, contemporary colors accent these Marriott rooms, with upper suite balconies affording great views of the Holy City skyline, as does the rooftop pool." Full review
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Live jazz bar The Mezz is half a block away for cocktails and great food, but don't miss the Renaissance's own destination restaurant, Barony Tavern, helmed by one of Charleston's original star chefs, Robert Carter.
Condé Nast Traveler "This is a top notch, Marriott branded, completely refurbished hotel with all the technological perks you would expect." Full review
Fodor's "Marriott aimed for the feel of a boutique hotel with their renovation of this upscale stalwart in the heart of town. The welcoming lobby, furnished with a modern take on traditional..." Full review
U.S. News & World Report19.0
"While it may not boast the unique and historic vibe of its competitors, the Renaissance Charleston Hotel Historic District is a great option for business and leisure travelers. Those who..." Full review
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This hotel feels brand new even though it was redesigned and relaunched in 2017. Please note the name change: for those of you who knew it as The Renaissance..." Full review
