Best Western Charleston Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near The Citadel in Charleston

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Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, offering a serene view of the landscaped garden and palm trees.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and lounge chairs.
Two single beds with white linens and blue accent pillows, a desk, and a comfortable chair.
Welcome to the Charleston Inn, featuring a modern design with a flat roof and entrance canopy, surrounded by lush landscaping and palm trees.
Welcome to our reception area, where guests can check in and enjoy a warm atmosphere with a comfortable sofa and armchair.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1540 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC, 29407-7845
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • The Citadel
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

West Ashley stay.Your stay at this West Ashley hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Citadel Mall and West Ashley Greenway. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and College of Charleston are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • College of Charleston - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • The Citadel - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 13 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A on Savannah Highway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Metro Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kings Sushi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bessinger's BBQ - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Charleston Inn

Hotel near The Citadel in Charleston
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Best Western Charleston Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Charleston Inn offers 87 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (USD 50 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 80 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 2.28 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Extended parking fee: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Best Western Sweetgrass Charleston
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Charleston Inn to the airport?

Best Western Charleston Inn is 9.1 mi (12-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Charleston Inn?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Charleston Inn on Jul 15, 2025 start from $109.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Charleston Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Charleston Inn.

How close is Best Western Charleston Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 15.6 mi (26-min drive) from Front Beach and 10.3 mi (24-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Charleston Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Charleston Inn offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Charleston Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Charleston Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Charleston Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for USD 50 per stay.

Does Best Western Charleston Inn have a pool?

Best Western Charleston Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Charleston Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Charleston Inn to downtown Charleston?

Best Western Charleston Inn is 4.6 mi away from Charleston.

Best Western Charleston Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1007 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
polite staff, room clean, no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was very damp and most likely had mold. Shower curtain needs to be longer as it did not reach the tub and water gets all over the floor. Online photos are old, the hotel does not look the that. Hotel needs a complete overhaul. Again staff was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert Antoon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We has a fine stay. Everything was there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

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

10/10 Excellent

carlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

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

Recommend. Pet friendly.

Was perfect for what I needed. Close to historical sights. Nice accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Velina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was nice. The breakfast was decent. We didn't have a hairdryer in the room, but everything else was there such as mini refrigerator and microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tewodros

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was not clean and workers are very i respectful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel, Greer

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice central point to see Charleston and surrounding areas
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mindy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a delightful stay at this hotel! The receptionist was exceptionally friendly and made us feel right at home. We traveled with our dog and were thrilled to find a clean, high-quality room—quite a refreshing change from some hotels that provide substandard rooms for pet owners. The room's decor was lovely, and the beds were wonderfully comfortable. The breakfast offered was decent, though it leaned toward the basic side, which is typical for this price range. The only drawback was the traffic; turning left to get to downtown Charleston proved to be quite tricky, forcing us to make a U-turn instead. However, considering the overall quality of our experience, this was a minor hurdle, and we would happily choose to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
We were on the 2nd floor and had to climb a flight of stairs because there was no elevator. That was difficult due to all four of us being senior citizens and having to carry luggage up the flight of stairs. The hotel is older so if you’re looking for modern this hotel would not suit you. However, it was clean and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. Traveling with dogs, this is a great option not right in the middle of things, lots of services, stores and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacek

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, hotel/motel is older but well maintained and very clean. Can recommend the BBQ place along the street
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Valarie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and affordable. The staff was helpful and pleasant. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Only spent the night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures and the rating for this property were misrepresented. The room was old and not very clean, the bed was uncomfortable, there were bugs in the room and the breakfast was just okay. If I had seen this property first, I would never have chosen to stay there. Don’t waste your money.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025