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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Historic elegance in Charleston

Vibrant historic charm awaits in Charleston's heart, with personalized service in a beautifully preserved setting. Mornings feature gourmet breakfast with legendary poached eggs. After exploring nearby attractions, enjoy complimentary brandy before retiring to Tempur-Pedic beds.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

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  • Sleeps 4
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is in Charleston Historic District, a neighborhood in Charleston. USS Yorktown and Patriots Point are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. Waterfront Park and College of Charleston are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Charleston travel guide
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116 Broad St, Charleston, SC, 29401-2437

What's nearby

  • Dock Street Theater
    Dock Street Theater
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rainbow Row
    Rainbow Row
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • College of Charleston
    College of Charleston
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waterfront Park
    Waterfront Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Charleston City Market
    Charleston City Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station
    22 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thoroughbred Club
    8 min walk
  • Sorelle
    2 min walk
  • Azur
    7 min walk
  • Blind Tiger Pub
    6 min walk
  • The Black Door
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1763
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is John Rutledge House Inn Charleston pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

What time is check-in at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is John Rutledge House Inn Charleston located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this luxury bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston, Charleston City Market, and Waterfront Park. Port of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 249 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ashvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Staff was great. Room was nice with a charm to it. Snacks and breakfast were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. The carriage house was located central to downtown Charleston and walkable to all the great activities downtown. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional across the board. The staff was beyond hospitable, friendly, welcoming, and genuinely nice people.highly recommend this place for a true southern hospitality experience. Location was excellent as well. I’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Only thing is no elevator for the luggage Other than that location is great , the rooms are big and beautiful, the shower is very nice. The town is small and you can walk all day!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff! Friendly, great locale.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Best stay ever

Great location, beautiful place, incredible service and friendliness from the staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic property did not disappoint! Staff was top notch as were the accommodations. When we return to Charleston this will be our go to.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was impeccable, the location very convenient. Excellent breakfast in the AM.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The John Rutledge House Inn is a living history museum. The building is incredible, the amenities are excellent, and the staff is knowledgeable about the building's history and the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property, room was beautiful and clean. Lots of history. Breakfast was excellent. Great location. Staff accommodating and knowledgeable of city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Param

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

A Must Stay in Charleston

Had an amazing experience. Would highly recommend. Great location right in the heart of the historic dsitrict. Staying here is a destination by itself. Will definitely come back next time. The service is so personalized and friendly and has an old world charm that is so rare in these times.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles

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

A great place to be on Broad Street

An always cozy and peaceful stay at the Rutledge. A superior breakfast this time served in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with excellent service. Morning Breakfast was the "Cherry-on -Top", delicious. It was our first trip to Charlston, and the location made exploring a breeze! We would absolute stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed this historic property. It was quiet, but still close to shopping, restaurants, and the other historic attractions of Charleston. The staff is very attentive and friendly. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historic location…perfect for shopping, dining, whatever within easy walking distance. We will be back..!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John and Jim went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Breakfast was served daily and was very good. Location prime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. Great service. Gorgeous room. Beautiful setting. Historic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Lisa was very helpful and friendly. Maurice set a good breakfast. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John was welcoming from the moment we walked in. Always ready for some port and conversation. The room was xomfortable and beautiful. Flowers, afternoon tea, so much to complement. Maurice made breakfast every morning notable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Its was our first family trip only ladies. Nicky welcomed us in. Such a friendly & family environment. Also Gabby, Maurice kitchen staff, and cleaning staff too. We started with an early morning having breakfast we enjoyed very much, choosing our meals every night. Shopping 🛍️ is close if you love shopping. Cafe place we did most of our stay was walking distance Souralle. Ru Ru we enjoyed ice cafe and pizza. We walking to the pier, pineapple 🍍. We want to return again next year. We loved it . Especially the Jacuzzi we had a blast .. we loved everything from 116 John R. We can't wait to return. Quiet place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LUANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I had to choose one word to describe my stay here, it would be phenomenal! From the moment I walked into this amazing, beautiful, historic home, I was greeted with joy by the staff, especially Nicole, who went above and beyond to make my stay delightful. The service was impeccable, with incredible breakfasts, Maria, the chef, made the best poached eggs I’ve ever had. The turn-down service and housekeeping were top-notch, room was spotless and dust free. Tea Time was also amazing, and they wonderfully accommodated my gluten-free needs, making the experience even more special. A special touch was the nightcap waiting for me upon my return in the evening, featuring amazing brandy, port, and sherry. The location is perfect for exploring the best points of interest in historic Charleston, all within walking distance. This has been the most exceptional experience I’ve ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love live loved my stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent B&B experience. Wonderful staff and very nice facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large restored rooms on south borde of french district.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025