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    4.6 (51 reviews)
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    Kristin B.

    This hotel is beautiful and in a fabulous location! Our room was ready early, the included minibar drinks (soda, lemonade, cold brew coffee and sparkling water) were a nice touch, as well as bottled Fiji water. Local chips and cookies were also there (super yum!) we really enjoyed the included breakfast and ate this daily - the selection rotated frequently and included a variety of hot and cold items (the homemade granola to put on yogurt was amazing and I ate this every day). We had drinks at the lobby bar when we arrived and they were also delish with a very personable bartender (I feel bad that I forgot his name but he was very nice). All staff was very nice and friendly, accommodating. A nice selection of fresh water and tea was also available in the lobby daily and this was very welcome during our hot and humid stay. We loved the ambiance of this gorgeous place and highly recommend!

    Karen L.

    I arrived to have a light bite at 4:00 pm after attending a theater event on a Sunday afternoon and was happy to see the Lounge nice and quiet. The exceptional upscale environment at The Loutrel has a sophisticated feel and is reminiscent of one of NYC's finer hotel bars. SO I assumed the menu items would be in line with the atmosphere and highly rated reputation of this hotel but unfortunately the food that was served did not make my "hit" list. Don't know why~ just fell short. I guess I was expecting higher level of food quality/presentation so sorry to report The Lounge did not deliver. Even though I was the only one dining in the room at the time the server was semi-attentive and mediocre. I would not return to The Loutrel - for the food anyway- too bad as I loved the feel of the Loutrel bar but it just didn't "cut it" for me in the palate department! I would recommend the bar for cocktails and if you are seeking a place to sit and unwind after a day of touring downtown Charleston.

    Shannon R.

    This place has the perfect location and class We Truely enjoyed the amazing hospitality, everyone here went above and beyond ! We Truely enjoyed our stay

    Tracy C.

    The staff at The Loutrel go above and beyond. We had a wonderful stay there! It was comfortable and quiet, and also walkable. It's a gorgeous hotel with a great happy hour too. Loved our room with a balcony. Highly recommend!

    Have to put a 5 star review in here especially for Aika, who served us our tea on the rooftop. We were having an already incredible experience but we felt so looked after and taken care of by Aika. Definitely recommend the whole tea experience for those visiting Charleston.

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    Melanie G.

    Great spot to get a drink. New and beautifully decorated. Great place to stay in Charleston.

    Old Fashion

    John the bar tender made us some amazing drinks and his wealth of knowledge was second to none

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    Ryan R.

    I really, really wanted to love this place!! There's nothing better than having an amazing getaway that makes you want to come back. This is a beautiful hotel and they make you think you'll have a wonderful stay before you arrive, with their welcome email. But don't expect to receive an answer if you actually request something prior to your stay. I judge a lot of my experiences on value for the price. Like, if I have an amazing, mind blowing meal that I would have paid $200 for and it only cost $100, it will rate extremely high on my scale. Equally, if a hotel costs over $500/night and it's value is equal to a $250-$300/night hotel, it's going to get a lower rating. As was the case with the Loutrel. This hotel should not cost more than $300/$350 per night for the King Suite. So, if you're reading this and rates have changed and it's now closer to the $250-$350 range, go for it, you'll probably be happy. I can't say that it was a bad stay. The bed was comfortable, the place was clean and had a trendy aesthetic. They have a gorgeous dyson dryer in the bathroom, which I will now buy because it was so awesome! The service was just ok. The service and quality of everything was where the price tag plays in. This was your basic, polite hotel service. Nothing special, no overly welcomed feeling. The staff seemed constantly frazzled, yet nonchalant at the same time. They never told us the checkout time and it wasn't on the keycard folder. Didn't know until I woke up at 10:30am and called the front desk. They told me in a very annoyed voice that the checkout is 11am. I asked if it would be possible to push to noon and she adamantly denied my request. One of the worst things after realizing the Loutrel wasn't as great as we were hoping, was that it's right next door to our favorite hotel in Charleston, The Spectator. So, we had to pass it every time we left the Loutrel. Like looking at an ex that you're not completely over, while walking with a wannabe version of your ex. The Loutrel is the 8th hotel we have stayed at in Charleston, we come to the city every year. We love to try different hotels and find our favorite. If you're coming to Charleston, here's my list of hotels I've stayed in from best to worst. 1. The Spectator 2. Charleston Place 3. Wentworth Mansion 4. Wild Dunes Resort (technically in Isle of Palms) 5. The Restoration 6. The Loutrel 7. French Quarter Inn 8. Andrew Pinckney Inn

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    Nina B.

    I feel compelled to leave an unbiased review as I feel you don't get an unbiased opinion much anymore! We can't say enough about our stay at The Loutrel! Even down to the smallest detail! The hotel is beautiful and smells amazing when you walk in the door! The lobby is perfectly decorated with a lobby bar that is fully stocked and the bartenders are the sweetest (with a heavy pour hand) and knowledgeable enough to surprise you with something delicious that you wouldn't have even thought to ask for! They also offer a complimentary cocktail hour(s). We have stayed at previous hotels that offer fruit infused water upon check-in but this one gives it to you in a legit glass. Anywhere else we've been to was just a plastic cup, which didn't matter then but glass just makes it feel more elegant. Coming into our room, the ambiance was very fresh and clean. Still that amazing scent we had coming into the lobby and the decor was still on point. They offer complimentary snacks, beverages, and robes with slippers. They left us a personalized handwritten note to greet us and they were super clean and efficient. With the small details I mentioned, I have to also say that not only did they offer the infused water in beautiful glasses, the orchids in the room are real plants, the "hair dryer" provided is a Dyson, the snacks were amazing, and the lobby bathrooms were clean and offered actual hand towels to dry your hands with! And lastly, (maybe my favorite part) the coasters we were given at the lobby bar were 100% cotton, not disposable napkins that any other bar I've ever been to gives you! And a close second favorite was the straws, they weren't the gross paper straws or the harmful plastic straws. They were a nice straw made of wheat that was perfectly biodegradable but didn't disintegrate quickly like the paper straws. This place truly goes above and beyond and we learned today (at the end of our stay) that they were nominated one of the top 10 of Travel and Leisure 2023 World's Best Awards for the 2nd year in a row...THEY HAVE ONLY BEEN OPEN FOR 2 YEARS!!!! Hats off to them, we will definitely be back and we will definitely recommend them to anyone we can! This is the 3rd hotel we've stayed at in Charleston and we're so glad we found this place!!

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    Candy E.

    I meant to write this review awhile ago on here! I took my baby sister here for her 30th birthday and we were completely blown away! The Loutrel had basically just opened and they had a wonderful low price! I honestly thought there was a catch but I guess it was still pretty new was the only one. From the entrance to the excellent customer service, amenities, location, and THE ROOM! We were welcomed with drinks and snacks and the room was simply amazing!! (See photos below) I have NOT ONE negative thing to say! I just wished I stayed longer and came back sooner before everyone else found out about the place!! Now the prices have changed substantially due to their popularity and demand but it's still worth it to me! I'll be staying here every time I'm in Charleston, SC. Hands down one of the best hotels I've ever been too!

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    Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton - Exterior

    Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

    (74 reviews)

    French Quarter

    Hubby and I decided to do a short staycation in DT and we really enjoyed our stay here…read more Duwhyte at the FD was very nice upon checking us in and upgraded us which was such a nice surprise. Although it wasn't cabana season or warm enough to get into the pool, the cabana room was really nice and clean. I thought the room was just so cute and loved how the entire hotel was decorated. I was still able to enjoy a couple hours sitting out in the sun by the pool during my stay. They offered an hour of complimentary champagne in the late afternoon which was a nice touch. The hotel has a nice cafe and restaurant attached so you don't have to go far to find some food and coffee. I definitely recommend this hotel and enjoyed our brief time there.

    In another lifetime, about 50 years ago, we'd go to Charleston frequently and stayed at the Mills…read moreHouse at least a couple of times. We even considered having our wedding here. The Mills House is one of the truly classic Charleston hotels. It has gone through a lot of owners in its history. It has been an independent property, a Hyatt, a Wyndham and has had many other flags. Hilton has renovated it a bit but kept most of its eccentricities. The location on Meeting Street not far from King can't be beat. The staff is friendly and helpful. The food and drink are the main restaurant and bar, the Iron Rose, are good. The negatives include the plumbing. On two of the three days we were there over Christmas, the water in the shower was just lukewarm, and the water pressure came and went. The other main negative is the cost of parking, $60 a night. That's a Manhattan price, not what you'd expect in a mid-size Southern city. Still, we like the atmosphere and the history, so we'll stick with five stars.

    The Spectator Hotel - King room

    The Spectator Hotel

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    French Quarter

    We absolutely love the bar at the Spectator Hotel. It's moody, cozy with a library feel. Service is…read morealways amazing. Great cocktail drinks! It's not good for large groups as it is setup conversation style with couches, club chairs, and a small bar. Perfect place for a night cap after dinner. They also have charcuterie board and small bites.

    My wife and I stayed for one night at the Spectator in October. The location in the French Quarter…read moreis very convenient. There were a lots of bars, restaurants and shops within walking distance. They boast about their butler service, which is pretty unique in the United States (akin to the resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean). We only stayed one night and did not make the most out of it. Our butler was very pleasant and offered detailed recommendations regarding restaurants in the area. The staff is welcoming and friendly. We arrived early and had to wait a few hours until our room was ready. That was a slight nuisance as it was a cold and rainy October weekend in Charleston. Luckily they had plenty of umbrellas for us to use. The welcome cocktails were a nice touch when we were finally able to check-in. Other nice touches include the complimentary drinks, candies and snacks that were already waiting in the room. The turndown service also included chocolate and a small sweet alcoholic drink / shot. Lastly, the included room service breakfast in the morning elevates the stay. A lot of good things. However, I thought the rooms themselves were just okay and a bit dated. Our friends stayed at a boutique hotel with vaulted ceilings and its own kitchenette for less money. Another disappointment was that we booked a room with a small outdoor courtyard, but were given a regular room. Given the weather, we probably wouldn't have used the outdoor space at all, but it would be good to get what you paid for. Overall very good service and location. They have a nice bar by the lobby that we did not make use of. The rooms themselves are just okay and on the small size. I would probably stay somewhere else next time I visit Charleston, even though I have nothing bad to say about The Spectator. Maybe my expectations were too high with a 4.8 / 5 average Yelp score. I just think there's better value elsewhere.

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    Hyatt House - Historic District

    (232 reviews)

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    Cannonborough

    As they say FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE everything. When we walked…read morein we were greeted by a gentleman who's name I forgot!!! He was from Brooklyn NY. I felt so welcomed. What a nice feeling that is. He asked where we flew in from and we chatted briefly, it turned out we are from the same area, small world indeed. He checked us in and made sure to tell us that breakfast is almost done and if we want a bite to please go down the hall. The room was just as expected, perfect space for a short trip. The kitchenette had everything one would need and than some. The bed was comfy, and decor was just enough. But let me tell you about the shower! The water pressure was the best I've had in years! I do not like to waste water but I just wanted to stand there it felt so good. I also like the full size bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Staff was also kind to give us suggestions and help us plan out our sightseeing so we could take advantage of all the town has to offer. The hotel is located in a perfect part of town not too busy and quiet. It took us 30 min walking to downtown, but there is a free shuttle that makes stops at all the major points and it runs quite often. Hotel also provided us with a free map of the downtown and all the things to do. I highly recommend this location.

    I have stayed at both the Hyatt House and Hyatt Place side of this hotel. So what's the difference?…read moreHyatt House side is for the extended stay with a living room like area, a full sized fridge, stove, and microwave. I always appreciated my time here because the rooms were very spacious, often very bright during the day, and among the best views. I also liked its proximity to the breakfast as the elevator lobby shares the space. As mentioned in my review for the Hyatt Place I enjoy this hotel. It is a great location on King Street but close to the freeway. It was very easy to get to and leave to get to work. I thought the staff were lovely and very responsive. The little bar was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the weekend. It was great staying here.

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    Radcliffborough

    What a lovely experience the Hotel Bennett was. My wife and I came for our anniversary, and we were…read moretruly grateful for our decision to come here. The price of the rooms very much reflects the level of service and care you receive while you are here. We got the basic king sized room, but the space was more than enough for us, and the room itself was gorgeous. The staff here were some of the most friendly and attentive staff I have had the pleasure of meeting. Our rooms were cleaned and serviced 2-3 times a day, depending on whether we were in the room still. They leave little dark chocolates on the pillows for the evening, and it's such a lovely little touch. The bathtub was quite large, enough for both me and my wife to very comfortably bathe in together. The shower was quite spacious as well. The hotel itself was immaculate, so very clean and smelled wonderful throughout (a common issue we've had with many hotels we've stayed at). The lobby itself was very welcoming, and so very beautiful. We were so caught up in the beauty and comfort, we forgot to take more pictures of it all. Also, talk to the concierges here if this is your first visit to Charleston, especially Kevin. There people know everything you could want about this city. Kevin managed to get us into Halls Chophouse down the road that I had been trying to get a reservation for over a month with a night notice. They are very skilled at what they do, and will help make your trip even more memorable. My wife and I will definitely be back here again in future visits, and would recommend anyone wanting a beautifully comfortable stay to choose the Hotel Bennett.

    Great hotel- location was convenient, room was gorgeous (and clean), and staff was very friendly!…read moreEasy access to shops and dining all within walking distance. Had a drink on the roof to enjoy the view. I look forward to staying here again soon!

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