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20 South Battery

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, steps from White Point Gardens

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Lathers Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Lathers Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Lathers Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Battery Carriage House - Classic | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Battery Carriage House - Classic

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle Suite | Garden view

Pringle Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Lathers Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Battery Carriage House Suite | Living area | Smart TV

Battery Carriage House Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Blacklock-Ravenel King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Blacklock-Ravenel King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle-Frost King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Pringle-Frost King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stevens Classic | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Stevens Classic

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Simonds Suite | Garden view

Simonds Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • College of Charleston - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 20 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bitty & Beau's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Magnolias - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Toast Of Charleston - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Condon's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

20 South Battery

Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2020 and located near College of Charleston
Located close to White Point Gardens and Waterfront Park, 20 South Battery provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A gift shop, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at 20 South Battery feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1843
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - September 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 2.5 percent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
  • Resort fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Battery Carriage House Inn Charleston
Battery Carriage House Inn
Battery Carriage House Charleston
Battery Carriage House
1843 Battery Carriage House Hotel Charleston
1843 Battery Carriage House Inn b&b
Battery Carriage House Inn
20 South Battery Charleston
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Is 20 South Battery pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at 20 South Battery?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 20 South Battery?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 20 South Battery?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is 20 South Battery located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of White Point Gardens, College of Charleston, and Charleston City Market. Waterfront Park and Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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20 South Battery Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 173 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff, excellent location for beauty and access to restaurants within walking distance. If you love the history of Charleston, you’ll love this property.
Our daughter‘s wedding in the garden was picture perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic home in a very walkable area to restaurants and sites
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home with fascinating history and filled with antiques. The staff was gracious and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible, historic hotel. The staff was extremely nice and friendly. In addition the staff was excellent at recounting the history of the place and the surrounding area. Very well located, really enjoyable, especially if you like history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srinadh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic inn is wonderful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true testamanent to the value of historic preservation, in America"s best city.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic property was such a treat. Truly like staying in a living museum. The staff was absolutely amazing and be sure and take the tour of this very historic home and learn about its history. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Wine and cheese served by Richard was so very nice and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience to stay in a beautiful bed and breakfast full of history!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was absolutely wonderful. Great location and fantastic staff. Will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience and Abigail the general manager is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Place is incredible and so much history. Room was perfect and staff amazing. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, safe and historic
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous Charleston Mansion

Beautiful mansion with carriage houses right on the Battery. Will stay again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Charleston

We had a wonderful visit, and the hotel was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful & quiet! Really something special compared to just a regular hotel. Rooms were great and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

July 2024 Stay

Great place and the staff are top notch. Molly was great, gave a great house tour and local recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun, historic property with a beautiful garden, well-done continental breakfast and wine and cheese reception in the historic ballroom and parlor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing! Everyone there was so hospitable and gracious. Breakfast every morning was delicious. The room was perfect for the two of us. It was historic, but updated and clean. The entire place is fabulous! Definitely worth the splurge for our anniversary. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, historic property across from the water. Nice people who love their job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024