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The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel near Port of Charleston

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

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237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1045 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 319 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

  • 503 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Charleston Historic District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Charleston Historic District hotel, you'll find College of Charleston and Port of Charleston. Shops at Charleston Place and The Riviera Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Clerks Coffee Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hank's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frannie & The Fox - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Art Deco hotel near Port of Charleston
The Ryder Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a meeting room and coworking spaces. The Ryder Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Ryder Hotel was completed in April 2021.

This Art Deco Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1985
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Ryder Hotel offers 91 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.45 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 percent

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
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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ryder Hotel to the airport?

The Ryder Hotel is 12.8 mi (19-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 The Ryder Hotel?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ryder Hotel on Oct 13, 2025 start from $237.15, 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 The Ryder Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ryder Hotel.

How close is The Ryder Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 11.5 mi (21-min drive) from Front Beach and 8.4 mi (19-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ryder Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ryder Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 26 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ryder Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Ryder Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 55 per night.

Does The Ryder Hotel have a pool?

The Ryder Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Ryder Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Ryder Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Ryder Hotel to downtown Charleston?

The Ryder Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Charleston.

Reviews

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1022 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was great! Rooms were spacious and we could walk everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loved the property's location, but I was disappointed with the services. The phone in the room did not work. This would not have been a problem if there had been any other way to contact the front desk, room service, maintenance, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property location was excellent and convenient. It was beautifully decorated, has a wonderful restaurant on site, pool was nice and in house coffee shop was enjoyable as well. Overall, highly recommend. *More family friendly during the week; weekend was clearly a great spot for parties or adult gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay! Everyone was nice & very helpful! Many seating areas to gather with friends. Nice bar & restaurant for breakfast. Coffee bar was great! My only complaint is there needs to be more lounges & chairs around pool. Would have loved to spend some time there after shopping, but there was never any room! Overall, it was a nice, boutique style hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location with fast easy walk to restaurants. Rooms are simple and nice. Pool area was busy. Many people with day passes so not many chairs for guests from the hotel. Overall would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Taylor

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I booked The Ryder because of its location, great reviews, and rare perk of having a pool, but the reality has been frustrating and disappointing. There are only 11 pool loungers for the entire hotel, and they’re usually gone by 8:30 AM. Most other seating is reserved for people buying day passes or cabanas, and the pool is completely open to the public — by 1 PM, it was packed with non-guests. The pool was definitely “clubby” and not relaxing or kid friendly. Hotel guests are clearly an afterthought here. Rooms are cute and spacious, but you can hear everything through the walls, there’s no fridge in the rooms, and the layout isn’t accessible especially with only one elevator. The garage of “free” gear sounds great, but everything’s snatched up early, making it more of a gimmick than an amenity. I was horrified to find out at check out that we paid a $35 amenity fee each day.. for what exactly? We were better off staying somewhere else and paying the $30 pool pass that is available to the public. What’s especially frustrating is that I now suspect the glowing reviews are heavily curated. I’ve spoken with other guests who feel the same way I do, and it’s hard not to believe that negative reviews are filtered while influencer content is paid for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No mini fridge in the room which was a pain but overall my stay was lovely. Room was clean. Property staff were friendly and helpful. My room was dark since it was facing a courtyard and the window covered in vines. Had to keep shades closed in order to maintain privacy. You can’t beat the location. Right in the middle of everything.
Room
Pool area
Lounge area
Bar/restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful and in a prime location, the pool area was amazing!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, "beachy" decor. Convenient location for downtown amenities. Floorplan and elevators needed a learning curve to navigate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debbi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute hotel! Only complaint is that I wish only hotel guests could utilize the pool. It was always crowded and hard to get chairs and almost all there weren’t guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and amenities. Will definitely stay at The Ryder again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Room comfort
Great location. Property looking a bit worn. Pretty average. Be aware that there’s a $35+ “resort fee” tacked on per day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025