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The Palmetto Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

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Front of property
City view
Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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194 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Street)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Water View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse (Redemption) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Penthouse (Redemption)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Charleston Historic District stay.A stay at this Charleston Historic District hotel places you steps from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and a 5-minute walk from Charleston City Market. Also, College of Charleston is within half a mile (1 km) and Patriots Point is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • College of Charleston - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry's On The Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carmella's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Church and Union - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Palmetto Hotel

4-star hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include meeting rooms and coworking spaces. The Palmetto Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of The Palmetto Hotel was completed in January 2023.

This 4-star Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Palmetto Hotel offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 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, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Palmetto Hotel Hotel
The Saint Hotel Charleston
The Palmetto Hotel Charleston
The Saint Hotel Charleston SC
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Palmetto Hotel to the airport?

The Palmetto Hotel is 13 mi (25-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 Palmetto Hotel?

As of Jun 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palmetto Hotel on Jul 10, 2025 start from $329.0, 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 The Palmetto Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Palmetto Hotel.

How close is The Palmetto Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (24-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach and 11.6 mi (22-min drive) from Front Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Palmetto Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Palmetto Hotel offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Palmetto Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Palmetto Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Palmetto Hotel?

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

Does The Palmetto Hotel have a pool?

The Palmetto Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Palmetto Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Palmetto Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Palmetto Hotel to downtown Charleston?

The Palmetto Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Charleston.

The Palmetto Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 728 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Mostly good but no gym

Pro- good location, pretty decor, nice bed and tv. Housekeeping is amazing and delivers carafes of water! Con - Stains on floor, gym is a 10 min drive, parking is insane (but there’s a cheaper deck next door).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property . Nice rooms. It’s on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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

Outstanding

Absolutely beautiful and the staff were very professional
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was excellent. They were very hospitable and very much Southern charm. The hotel was in the middle of everything Charleston.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Thumbs up, and fun!

Lovely hotel, great location, and the staff were gracious, smiling, and helpful. A truly delightful experience staying at the Palmetto. My first choice on a return to Charleston.
View south from my room’s balcony…
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This boutique hotel is lovely! It’s in a convenient location in the French Quarter. The rooms are well appointed with a top shelf mini bar. The robe, slippers and turn down service are a nice touch. Those Espresso Martini’s tho! Mmmm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laura D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jody Anne was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

ALICIA, Savannah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn, park City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location, right in the middle of Charleston’s famous sights. The decor was beautifully done.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy Inn
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bennett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience overall
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. Very clean and amenable. Not a very practically designed room..no drawer space and tv screen far from bed otherwise 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Dated TV

Great boutique hotel in an awesome location. The TV however was SO old - didn’t even have APP capability so you couldn’t watch a movie, also didn’t have a guide. Not ideal if you wanna relax in bed and watch TV - it was even super grainy. Other than that, stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very charming boutique hotel in the beautiful French Quarter.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Would highly recommend!

We looked at all hotels in downtown Charleston and are so glad we picked the Palmetto! Nice amenities, hot chocolate in the bar, breakfast included, turndown service, etc. They also gave us a cake for my birthday and baby moon and it was so sweet! Just a wonderful experience and we felt well taken care of and comfortable. Also a fridge in the room + quality mini bar. It’s modern and renovated!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Wish room had been larger for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel. Charming, clean, great lobby and amenities. Staff is friendly and welcoming, and very helpful. Thank you staff, for making our stay, wedding weekend, so special.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025