Must-see hotels in Lowcountry

  • Wentworth Mansion

    Charleston

    Routinely named a top stay in the country, this Gilded Age mansion would be the ideal setting for an elaborate Clue dinner party – and who wouldn't die…

  • 15 Church Street

    Charleston

    Tucked into a historic home in the heart of South of Broad, this charming B&B largely flies under the radar. But those who stumble upon it are treated to…

  • Anchorage 1770

    Lowcountry

    The city's most sought-after stay is a lovingly restored 18th-century Federalist mansion on the waterfront that once belonged to the well-respected and…

  • Zero George Street

    Charleston

    Live – if only for a night – like a well-heeled Charlestonian at this lovingly restored, C 1804 property in quiet, residential Ansonborough. The adorable…

  • Ansonborough Inn

    Charleston

    Droll neo-Victorian touches such as the closet-sized British pub and the formal portraits of dogs add a sense of fun to this intimate Historic District…

  • Water's Edge Inn

    Lowcountry

    This playful B&B is defined by its Tommy Bahama flair, with lots of wicker and rattan furnishings, surfboard decor and Jimmy Buffett on repeat in the…

  • Vendue

    Charleston

    This 84-room boutique inn exudes an inviting, smart, modern style. Reimagined as an art hotel in a 2014 renovation, it displays artwork property-wide (all…

  • Restoration

    Charleston

    Spanish-moss-draped, 200-year-old B&Bs are cool and all, but if you skew more hip and contemporary than antebellum and antique, this all-suite hipster…

  • Cuthbert House Inn

    Lowcountry

    The most romantic of Beaufort's B&Bs, this sumptuously grand white-columned mansion is straight out of Gone with the Wind. Antique furnishings are found…

  • James Island County Park

    Lowcountry

    A great budget option, this 643-acre park southwest of downtown Charleston has meadows, a marsh and a dog park. You can rent bikes ($10 per day) and…

  • Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

    Lowcountry

    Ready to swank it up? Consider an idyll at the Sanctuary, sitting prettily by the sea 21 miles south of downtown Charleston. Hotel rooms glow with freshly…

  • Not So Hostel

    Charleston

    Housed mainly in a wonderful 1840 dwelling complete with atmospheric blue porches and an odd, twin-matching architecture setup, Charleston's one hostel is…

  • Old Village Post House Inn

    Lowcountry

    In affordable Mt Pleasant, this pale yellow-and-blue clapboard house is a homey, relaxing option tucked into a historic fishing community. It's under the…

  • Planters Inn

    Charleston

    Elegant and centrally located, this upscale historic hotel has added some fabulous new rooms, including the most sumptuous quarters in the city. The 1460…

  • Beach House

    Lowcountry

    This independently owned Holiday Inn is the most affordable (and closest to the beach) of Hilton Head's sandside resorts. Earth-toned and whimsical (note…

  • Dewberry

    Charleston

    Once an abandoned federal office building, this former eyesore was tinkered with by architects for eight years before reopening as a glistening ode to mid…

  • Hampton House

    Lowcountry

    Set in a 1912 colonial home, this elegant but quirky B&B features three charming guest rooms with queen canopy beds and tasteful antique furnishings and…

  • French Quarter Inn

    Charleston

    Under the same ownership as the nearby Spectator, this genteel, welcoming hotel is not historic (it was built in 2002), but it is well placed for…

  • Sonesta Resort

    Lowcountry

    With its soothing rust-orange and beige color palette, outdoor fire-pit lounges and calming ponds throughout, Shipyard Plantation's Sonesta Resort and its…

  • Inn at Middleton Place

    Charleston

    This dreamy property adjacent to Middleton Place is family friendly for its serene, riverside locale, relaxing pool and convenient kayak rentals. There's…

  • Omni Oceanfront Resort

    Lowcountry

    A great choice for those seeking a sporty but low-key spot, this beachfront hideaway was revamped in 2016 and features some of the largest rooms on the…

  • City Loft Hotel

    Lowcountry

    The chic City Loft Hotel adds a refreshing dash of modern style to a town heavy on historic homes and stately oak trees. Enjoy flat-screen TVs in the…

  • Jasmine House Inn

    Charleston

    A sister property of the lovely Indigo Inn, this Greek Revival, apricot-colored mansion across the street offers a bit more intimacy and privacy with its…

  • Shem Creek Inn

    Lowcountry

    Renovated in 2017, this glistening white dockside retreat on Shem Creek is close to all the waterfront restaurants, with awesome views of the harbor and…

  • Hunting Island State Park Campground

    Lowcountry

    At one of South Carolina's most visited parks, you can park your RV under pine trees or palm trees. Several sites have views of the beach. All sites are…

  • John Rutledge House Inn

    Charleston

    Governor John Rutledge was one of four South Carolinian signers of the US Constitution. Why not stay in his grand, lovingly restored mansion? The central…

  • Regatta Inn

    Lowcountry

    A romantic, nautical-themed boutique property overlooking the Folly River. The 10 rooms on three floors all have comfy king beds with headboards made from…

  • Indigo Inn

    Charleston

    This snazzy 40-room inn enjoys a prime location in the middle of the Historic District and has an oasis-like private courtyard, where guests can enjoy…

  • Spectator

    Charleston

    One of the city's swankiest newest hotels offers above-and-beyond service and amenities (including things like personal butlers and warming towel racks),…

  • 1837 Bed & Breakfast

    Charleston

    Close to the College of Charleston, this B&B may bring to mind the home of your eccentric, antique-loving aunt. The 1837 has nine charmingly overdecorated…

  • Historic Charleston B&B

    Charleston

    One of the best ways to get to know Charleston is to stay at a small home where the owners serve up authentic Southern breakfasts and dole out great local…

  • Edisto Beach State Park

    Lowcountry

    Edisto Beach State Park has a gorgeous, uncrowded beach and oak-shaded hiking trails and campgrounds.

  • Town & Country Inn & Suites

    Charleston

    About 5 miles west of downtown Charleston, Town & Country offers modern and stylish rooms at a reasonable price. The inn is a good launchpad if you want…

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