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Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Sundeck
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 15 per person)
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

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45 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Water View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Water View)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing), View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Bedroom Suite (1 King & 1 Queen), Balcony, View | View from room

2 Bedroom Suite (1 King & 1 Queen), Balcony, View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Water View) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Water View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed ( Water View)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Roll in shower)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Downtown Charleston stay.Your stay at this Downtown Charleston hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of College of Charleston and Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Harborage at Ashley Marina and Charleston City Marina are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Citadel - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • College of Charleston - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪California Dreaming - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪MUSC Cafeteria - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3-star hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown. For a fee, parking is available.

  • 141 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2014
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offers 141 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • 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.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • 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 registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown to the airport?

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown is 13 mi (23-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 Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

As of Aug 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown on Sep 1, 2025 start from $152.15, 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 Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown to the beach?

This hotel is 12.6 mi (27-min drive) from Front Beach and 7.1 mi (13-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

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

Is there free parking at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 15 per day.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown features an outdoor pool.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have a restaurant?

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown is home to The Garden Grille & Bar, which features American cuisine.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown to downtown Charleston?

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown is 1.4 mi away from Charleston.

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, NAGS HEAD

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unable to walk around outside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
out of the way.light
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piero

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

Great stay for a short stay in Charlestone

While not quite downtown, a great value for modern hotel comfort. Overall great experience and would stay here again. I specially appreciated hassle free free self parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth Elaine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

april

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was amazing. Very clean. My bed was firmer than what I am accustomed to so didn’t sleep as well but my friends said they slept great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately when we were there they were doing a massive remodeling project in the halls restaurant front desk pool area. It definitely affected our stay. We had a balcony room which cost more but we were happy with the view and the fact that it was in a more private area of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Would benefit from a shuttle bus to central/historic area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall it was good. The property is clean but dated looking from the outside. The pool was closed/under construction. The room was fine. It was clean and did the job. Overall it worked for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We recieved a large screw in our tire in their parking lot. A manager told me to send her the receipt for the tire and she would reimburse me. That never happened. After recieving the receipt, ive heard nothing else from her. The property was under construction which caused most of the things we didnt like about this property, but i do not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our view was nice but we couldn’t walk to town. It was inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth

Traveled with group
We could not use the bar or restaurant due to rennovations and had to go Next door to the Marriot to purchase food and be able to sit down. The pool was sequestered from everything and it felt like the freeway was on top of our heads it was so close.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmenia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk was So Kind & Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I especially liked the courtesy and professionalism of the staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

Lovely view

The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. There was remodeling going on in the lobby which we didn’t know about. We had to find ways around the construction but it was fine. The view from our room was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Undergoing construction during visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room was just OK. Make sore to get a room with the full water view. We had partial view so it was just OK. Also had a room that the bathroom was more for handicapped people for the shower so ask about that if you don’t need it. Takes up space. Not much to do in the general walking area. Traffic is quite bad in and out of downtown. Lobby was in renovation so that didn’t help the cause. Should be finished now. Again, never nice staff but average hotel otherwise
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

8/10 Good

Jeanette

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

Great stay for a girls weekend!

Girls weekend trip. Great location on the water, close to all downtown festivities. Wasn't able to enjoy the restaurant as they were renovating but they did off room service without the extra fee and had a nice roof top bar. Strongly recommend. Our room was fantastic; clean, comfortable with a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot but not as close to things as I had hoped. Would suggest having a car if staying here. Hotel lobby was being remodeled so was unable to enjoy the benefits of the hotel lobby, lounge and restaurant. Staff was very friendly. Hotel was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025