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Charleston's NotSo Hostel vs French Quarter Inn

Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, French Quarter Inn scores significantly better than Charleston's NotSo Hostel. French Quarter Inn comes in at #8 in Charleston with endorsements from 10 reviewers including Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and Condé Nast Traveler.

Charleston's NotSo Hostel
Charleston's NotSo Hostel
7 / 10
156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
From $0 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Free Parking
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Appealing, very friendly hostel in a double-porched 1850 house on the northern edge of downtown."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This is an excellent bargain considering the Historic District is within walking distance (in fact, it’s the only hostel in the city)." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"An affordable option in historic downtown Charleston that's popular with young budget travelers and backpackers... clean and simple rooms." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"A small enclave of 1840s-era buildings make up this homey, idyllic hostel." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Housed mainly in a wonderful 1840 dwelling complete with atmospheric blue porches and an odd, twin-matching architecture setup, Charleston's one hostel is creaky and inviting." Full review
French Quarter Inn
French Quarter Inn
8 / 10
166 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401
From $272 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Overlooking Charleston Market, this "quiet hotel" opened nine years ago, but has eighteenth-century decor accented by creams and gold with red and blue touches."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Guests appreciate the lavish seasonal breakfasts, the afternoon wine-and-cheese reception, and evening cookies and milk at this boutique hotel." Full review
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The pillow menu is a luxury; try the big body pillows.
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This stately historic boutique is one of Charleston's best-known hotels, and has plenty of charming southern details." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"A little bit southern, a little bit Parisian, Charleston’s 50-room French Quarter Inn has plenty of charm." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Near the more traditional Planters Inn and the similarly sleek Market Pavilion, this crisp, contemporary creation overlooks the Open Market and St. Philip's steeple." Full review
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