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John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

4.0 star property
4-star luxury B&B near College of Charleston

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Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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116 Broad St, Charleston, SC, 29401-2437
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

House, 2 Double Beds (Carriage)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

House, 1 King Bed (Carriage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Central Charleston getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Charleston Historic District B&B, you'll find College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Waterfront Park and Port of Charleston are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪82 Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Millers All Day - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azur - ‬7 min walk

About this property

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

4-star luxury B&B near College of Charleston
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury John Rutledge House Inn Charleston. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1763
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
John Rutledge House Inn Charleston offers 19 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is John Rutledge House Inn Charleston to the airport?

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is 13 mi (20-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 John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston on Sep 28, 2025 start from $340.0, 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 John Rutledge House Inn Charleston have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston.

How close is John Rutledge House Inn Charleston to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 12.7 mi (24-min drive) from Front Beach and 8 mi (15-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does John Rutledge House Inn Charleston offer free breakfast?

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

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

Is there free parking at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast. Self parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

Does John Rutledge House Inn Charleston have a pool?

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston does not have a pool.

Does John Rutledge House Inn Charleston have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is John Rutledge House Inn Charleston to downtown Charleston?

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is 0.3 mi away from Charleston.