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The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars and a 24-hour fitness center

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
The Ryder Hotel, steps from Charleston City Market and College of Charleston, offers a lively yet relaxing atmosphere. Visitors love the central location, helpful staff, and vibrant social spaces, including a poolside bar, coffee shop, and multiple bars throughout the property.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 97 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Charleston Historic District, a neighborhood in Charleston, The Ryder Hotel is in a rural area and near the beach. Port of Charleston and Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for USS Yorktown, a top attraction not to be missed. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Map
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Clerks Coffee Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hank's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frannie & The Fox - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Hotel remodeled in 2021 and located near College of Charleston
Charleston City Market and Port of Charleston are located near The Ryder Hotel, which provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and 2 bars. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Coworking spaces, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, beach towels, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 91 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1985
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - April 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.45 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 percent

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ryder Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Ryder Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Ryder Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.

What time is check-in at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Ryder Hotel?

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

Where is The Ryder Hotel located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of College of Charleston, Port of Charleston, and Charleston City Market. Waterfront Park and South Carolina Aquarium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1025 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property very convenient to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute boutique hotel! Great, Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel in a cute and safe area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service at the Ryder Hotel was excellent! The hotel was clean and in a convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location to do anything I wanted to do in downtown Charleston
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room easy check in and out. Great little pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel's decor. The pool and bar area with the backyard bar was beautiful. Beds and pillows so comfortable. One thing I would add is minifridge for the room, but otherwise 5 star!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close walking to everything in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great hotel. Location is just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach getaway feeling. Super staff, loved the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was absolutely adorable. The vibe was super
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this property was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff & great hotel would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and location is perfect to walk the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in the heart of Charleston and we were able to walk everywhere. The hotel rooms are so cute and beds very comfy! We loved the pool and restaurant attached to it. The coffee shop was awesome too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun vibe. Great location. Pool area so cool. Borrowed bikes, beach chairs and a cooler!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to everything in Downtown Charleston!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nia-Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went for my Bach trip! So pretty, everyone was so nice. Service is 10/10. Very walkable - sits between the markets and King st. Less than 25 mins from the airport. My gals and I had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The location is great for walking around downtown Charleston. We appreciated the pool on a hot summer day, though it is rather small for the size of the hotel. We got lucky scooping up loungers both times we went to the pool. The drinks at the pool bar were delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful and in a prime location, the pool area was amazing!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay with a great location in Charleston. Good place for girls trip – lots of pink, parties, and pool-time.
Little palm insode
Little palm outside bar
Outside courtyard
Cocktials
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jill

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The furniture is worn out and stains everywhere. The carpets are thinning. Beautiful design that needs upkeep.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great location and the staff is very helpful and kind. The room was a bit dirty - the cups weren't clean and the comforter had makeup stains all over it (we just flipped it). Overall it is a great hotel with the exception of the room not being super clean. Other than that, it was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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