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The Ryder Hotel vs Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, King Charles Inn scores slightly better than Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston - Historic Charleston. King Charles Inn comes in at 78 with positive reviews from 4 sources like Star Service, Frommer's and Oyster.
The Ryder Hotel
Oyster
Star Service
Frommer's
Fodor's
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237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $199 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This...property, located on busy Meeting Street, delivers more amenities than the average downtown Charleston inn, including a pool, a lounge, and free parking."
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Star Service
"At Hasell Street, this U-shaped, three-story contemporary study is a good choice for frugal travelers who want to keep Charleston's sultry southern charm at an arm's distance."
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Frommer's
"One block from the Historic District's market area, this three-story hotel has rooms that are better than you might expect from a motel and are likely to be discounted in the off season."
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Fodor's
"Though the King Charles Inn was erected in 1958, the property sits on land that’s held hotels since the early 1800s."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Locals and newcomers mix at this stylishly modern boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Charleston"
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The retro, sunny mural helps but you might want to request an outward facing room.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
337 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403
From $105 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Handsome teak and mahogany furniture and sisal rugs in the common areas recall the British-colonial era. Guest rooms are not nearly as chic, but are clean and serviceable."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Across the street from Marion Square, the upper-middle-range Embassy Suites Charleston is housed in the original Citadel Military College that looks like an aged fortress."
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Star Service
"A novel stop for families and historians, this superbly run Embassy Suites resides in the original home of the Citadel, the oldest military school in the South."
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Gayot
"A convenient location with family-focused amenities and historic ambience."
