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The Palmetto Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Port of Charleston

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Lobby
Penthouse (Redemption) | Dining room
Penthouse (Redemption) | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
The Palmetto Hotel, near Waterfront Park in central Charleston, is praised by travelers. Guests enjoy English breakfast, unwind in the cozy bar, and use in-room WiFi. Complimentary bicycles make city exploration easy, while coworking spaces help balance work and travel.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Street)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Water View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (Redemption) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Penthouse (Redemption)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(131 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Charleston Historic District, The Palmetto Hotel is in a walkable area in Charleston with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park, while South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are popular area attractions. 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. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Map
194 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC, 29401

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • College of Charleston - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmella's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Vendue - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Church and Union - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Magnolias - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Palmetto Hotel

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Port of Charleston
Near Waterfront Park and Charleston City Market, The Palmetto Hotel provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free bicycle rentals, valet parking (surcharge), and coworking spaces
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Palmetto Hotel have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 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, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

The Palmetto Hotel Hotel
The Saint Hotel Charleston
The Palmetto Hotel Charleston
The Saint Hotel Charleston SC
The Palmetto Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Is The Palmetto Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Palmetto Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Palmetto Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.

What time is check-in at The Palmetto Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Palmetto Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Palmetto Hotel located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Charleston City Market, Port of Charleston, and Waterfront Park. College of Charleston and South Carolina Aquarium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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