See all properties

The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Medical University of South Carolina

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Nickel Hotel

Terrace/patio
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Loft, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View in a map
529 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston Music Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible

  • 680 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

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

View all photos for Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1295 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1568 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 485 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Loft, Balcony

Loft, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft, Balcony

  • 485 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Loft (Courtyard)

Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Flat)

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Room, 1 King Bed (Flat)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

You may also like

Ad

Tru by Hilton Charleston Airport

North Charleston
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 1,306 reviews
$92 nightly
The price is $105
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Tru by Hilton Charleston Airport

About the neighborhood

Charleston

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Charleston hotel, you'll find College of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina. Upper King Design District and Music Farm are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Music Farm - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marion Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Charleston Music Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brick - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Republic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪King Street Dispensary - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Nickel Hotel

4-star hotel near Medical University of South Carolina
The Nickel Hotel offers its guests coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
The Nickel Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 65-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Interior
Emeline
Charleston Historic District
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,668 reviews
$315 nightly
The price is $358
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Emeline

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 2.14 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.

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Nickel Hotel Hotel
The Nickel Hotel Charleston
The Nickel Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Nickel Hotel to the airport?

The Nickel Hotel is 12 mi (21-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 Nickel Hotel?

As of May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nickel Hotel on Jun 2, 2026 start from $389, including 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 Nickel Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Nickel Hotel.

How close is The Nickel Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (24-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach and 14.3 mi (33-min drive) from Folly Island Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Nickel Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Nickel Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Nickel Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Nickel Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Nickel Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 50 per night.

Does The Nickel Hotel have a pool?

The Nickel Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Nickel Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Nickel Hotel to downtown Charleston?

The Nickel Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Charleston.

The Nickel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect - large, clean, quiet, comfortable, and modern. It felt more like a studio apartment than a hotel room in all the right ways. The kitchenette was equipped with all the comforts of home and then some. Linens were great and the bed was super comfortable. Staff was welcoming, helpful, and personable. But our favorite parts were the coffee bar/lounge on the second floor and the restaurant/bar on the top floor. They were so cozy & convenient! Hot coffee overlooking a beautiful courtyard on a chilly morning? An amaretto hot chocolate on a cold January night? All without leaving the hotel??? Yep...perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jay, Fernandina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean and spacious. Would be nice to have more food options at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great- clean & spacious. Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely and helpful especially since with travel delays I had to stay an extra night. Great location and nice welcome Champagne.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, hotel staff was very friendly. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. Real plants in the room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly, the property was gorgeous and felt brand new, and the suite was excellent and fresh. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is beautiful! Very clean and staff was very welcoming. Location is excellent. All good and would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Evanston

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was just fantastic! The cleanliness and the comfortability was amazing. The staff were so welcoming. I was immediately offered complimentary champagne which kicked off our stay! This hotel is in the heart of downtown so we were able to shop, eat and look around all within walking distance which is a plus! The rooftop bar was such a vibe! I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and property was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert Daniel, Leesburgv

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!! Close to shopping and dining! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha, Myrtle Beach

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location, great room. Loved having a little balcony. It was a quick trip, but would have liked to stay longer :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was incredible—kind, thoughtful, and genuinely accommodating. The location is central, with several great restaurants just a short walk away. The rooms are clean and spacious, and the thoughtful amenities make you feel right at home. I can’t wait to book my next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025