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Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel in Charleston with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Holiday Inn Express Charleston in West Ashley offers a practical base with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy free full breakfast, dry cleaning services, outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, in-room WiFi, express check-in, and attentive staff for a streamlined experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1943 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC, 29407-6250

What's nearby

  • Citadel Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • West Ashley Shoppes Shopping Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ashley Oaks Plaza Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Westwood Plaza Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 14 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ireland's Own - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪China Fun - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG

Hotel near North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center
A free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A gift shop, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 79 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64.38 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Charleston Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG located?

Located in West Ashley, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Citadel Mall and within 3 mi (5 km) of West Ashley Park and Roper - St. Francis Xavier Hospital. Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site and West Ashley Greenway are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s always pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room and hotel was very clean. It's a great location to go to all that the area has to offer. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Winona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay for work travel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind and helful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good decent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and if u forgot any toiletries they had them at the desk, very helpful. Staff was nice, overall great nite stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! It was in a good and safe location with lots of options for food and close to the places we visited. The facility was very clean and the staff was kind and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a room only 10 min. drive to downtown Charleston and 30 min. to beaches. Staff was super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice. Very clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and convenient access to restaurants and beaches
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Location was easy to get to downtown Charleston and not too far at all. Great restaurant options near the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent including the staff. Will definitely stay again the next time I’m in town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice property and room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, comfortable beds and extremely clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nasty like it wasn’t cleaned properly, we had to do early check out and book elsewhere last minute, highly inconvenient
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful during my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurelee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Good coffee in the dining area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the breakfast. Lots of choices, well-prepared and displayed. Good service, if anything happened to run out. Excellent way to start a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok, close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service and spot-on breakfast... lots of options for families. Great location, great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were very friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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