The Ryder HotelvsKiawah Island Golf Resort
Both King Charles Inn and Kiawah Island Golf Resort are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, King Charles Inn ranks slightly better than Kiawah Island Golf Resort. King Charles Inn is ranked #23 in Charleston with endorsements from 3 sources like Frommer's, Star Service and Oyster.
The Ryder Hotel
Oyster
Star Service
Frommer's
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
Tablet
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401
From $199/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
OysterMid-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." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
Fodor's "Though the King Charles Inn was erected in 1958, the property sits on land that’s held hotels since the early 1800s." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Locals and newcomers mix at this stylishly modern boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Charleston" Full review
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The retro, sunny mural helps but you might want to request an outward facing room.
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Rooms are stylish, decorated mostly in white and light wood, and carefully balance visual minimalism with the warmth contributed by organic materials...urbanely sophisticated and so beachy" Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Ryder, a sophisticated boutique hotel that playfully challenges the ordinary for the adventurous and authentic travelers,” the release added"
Mr & Mrs Smith "The trundle of horse-drawn carriages might set the pace in demure downtown Charleston, but The Ryder Hotel rolls on island time. Cobble-strolling mornings fade to piña coladas around the..." Full review
Tablet17.7
"In a way it’s an unusual fit for Charleston, with its midcentury inspiration and its slightly hedonistic, bohemian atmosphere. But in other ways, the Ryder Hotel is as Charleston as it..." Full review
New York TimesKiawah Island Golf Resort Fodor's Star Service Oyster Fodor's
12 Kiawah Beach Dr., Kiawah Island, SC 29455
From $299/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "An amazing 255-room luxury waterfront hotel and spa that is one of the most prestigious resorts in the country yet is still kid-friendly." Full review
Star Service "In a renowned self-contained seaside community, 21 miles south of Charleston, this property comprises two resort villages, East Beach and West Beach." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Located just south of Charleston, South Carolina, the Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an eco-friendly luxury resort along 10 miles of pristine beach" Full review
Fodor's "Choose from one- to four-bedroom villas, three- to eight-bedroom private homes, or one of the ultraposh 255 rooms at the Sanctuary at Kiawah Island at this luxury waterfront hotel and spa..." Full review
