Indigo InnvsJohn Rutledge House Inn
Both John Rutledge House Inn and Indigo Inn are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, John Rutledge House Inn scores slightly better than Indigo Inn. John Rutledge House Inn scores 81 with approval from 10 publications such as The Telegraph, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Indigo Inn
1 Maiden Lane, Charleston, SC 29401
From $137/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
Fodor's
"Repeat guests are the norm thanks to the convenient setting and the particularly welcoming and helpful front desk staff at this smoky-teal, family-owned hotel in a former indigo warehouse." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"This 40-room property is a real B&B, with quaint, spacious rooms overlooking a lovely courtyard, traditional-style decor (dated for some), and no hotel-style amenities." Full review
Star Service
"Centrally located in the historic district...this inn offers comfortable commercially tinged facilities and a friendly staff. " Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located in the historical district, this charming luxury inn is close to the major attractions, fine restaurants, and shops."
Frommer's
"These two hotels are set across the street from each other, with the same owners and the same reception area in the Indigo Inn." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Smack in the middle of the often noisy historic district, this good-value hotel encloses an oasis-like private courtyard, where guests can sip free wine and cheese by the fountain."
John Rutledge House Inn Show All Reviews
116 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"This charming 1763 building is one of 15 surviving homes owned by one of the 55 framers of the U.S. Constitution—and the only one converted into a hotel."
Fodor's
"The building has a New Orleans–esque exterior with wrought-iron architectural details, and inside, parquet floors sit beneath 14-foot ceilings adorned with plaster moldings." Full review
Star Service
"Don't let the amenities rating fool you—this is among the best small traditional inns in Charleston." Full review
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Guests can indulge in spa services or enjoy fine dining at the sister property Wentworth Mansion, which unfortunately is farther than what most folks choose to stroll.
Michelin Guide
"Inlaid parquet floors, canopied rice beds and carved plaster moldings mark the National Historic Landmark's restoration to its mid-18C appearance."
Zagat
"Set in a 1763 home that's been designated a National Historic Landmark (George Washington once ate breakfast here), this B&B offers rooms and suites furnished with period antiques."
Afar Magazine
"Rooms evoke the property's Colonial Era origins, with canopy beds, tilt-top tables, and brass fireplace screens." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The towering mansion and two carriage houses now offer 19 rooms, including palatial suites with canopy beds, 12-foot ceilings, original wood flooring, and Italian fireplaces." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A stylish hotel set in a historic Charleston townhouse where George Washington once stayed, and which has since survived earthquake, fire and a Union cannonball." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Governor John Rutledge was one of four South Carolinian signers of the US Constitution." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"The "spacious rooms" have Italian-marble fireplaces, period furnishings, and canopy or four-poster beds, creating a "very romantic ambience."" Full review