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Hotel Description

Luxury hotel with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center in Charleston

Seaside stay

Within a 10-minute walk of this Charleston Historic District hotel, you'll find Charleston City Market and St. Michael's Episcopal Church. Dock Street Theater and Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

Renovated in 2017

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. A terrace, a garden, and a lobby fireplace are also on offer.

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$391* Per night/room Mar 31 - Apr 1

Proprietor's Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

City Market Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Piazza Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Queen Room

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Premier Grand King

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Planters Inn ratings based on 17 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.9 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Planters Inn

Everyone (10) Couples (6) Family (1)
5 out of 5
Staff, room, restaurant, food all fabulous!!

Posted by on Mar 25, 2024

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Mar 25, 2024 by Ben / Guest Services Manager / Planters Inn

Dear Margaret,We appreciate you responding to the survey. Thank you for your kinds words. Hope to see you again soon!Best regards,

5 out of 5
The rooms are absolutely beautiful! The service is exceptional as well. The location can't be beat. We will stay here again on our return to Charleston!

Posted by , from Coral Gables on Feb 15, 2024

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Feb 15, 2024 by Ben / Guest Services Manager

Ms. Cartaya,We appreciate you responding to our survey. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We'll look forward to seeing you next time at the Inn.Best regards,

5 out of 5
Staff went beyond to be of service in all capacities.

Posted by on Apr 29, 2023

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Apr 29, 2023 by James M Howard

Dear Jan,We are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful stay with us and that all of your expectations were met. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with feedback and hope to see you again very soon!Best Wishes,James M HowardDirector of Front OfficePlanters Inn

5 out of 5
Lovely, boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Charleston. Great service, comfortable rooms - highly recommend

Posted by on Mar 16, 2023

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Apr 1, 2023 by James M Howard

Dear Kathleen,Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us and our historic location. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Planters Inn in the near future!Warmest Regards,James M HowardDirector of Front OfficePlanters Inn

5 out of 5
The Peninsula Grill is an asset to the hotel. No real dislike for the property.

Posted by on Oct 27, 2022

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Oct 28, 2022 by James Howard

We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and your time at the Peninsula Grill. We look forward to seeing you in the near future!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 8, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on May 23, 2021

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Jun 23, 2021 by General Manager

Thank you for your rating and we hope you can visit us again soon.

5 out of 5
Lovely and gracious. A perfect exemplar of Charleston hospitality.

Posted by on Aug 3, 2019

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Aug 4, 2019 by Tristan Martin

Thank you for taking the time to write about your "lovely and gracious" experience with us here at Planters Inn. All of us here at Planters Inn are delighted to know that you felt pampered and well taken care of during your time at our luxury boutique inn, deeming it "a perfect exemplar of Charleston Hospitality". Here is wishing you many happy memories on your next trip to Charleston! It will be our pleasure to assist with reservations for your return visit. Our in-house reservations team will take care of anything you need. Please contact them directly: (843) 722-2345. Again, thank you for sharing these kind words with us.

4 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 22, 2019

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Jun 22, 2019 by The Front Desk Team

Dear Guest, Thank you for your positive comments, we can not wait to welcome you back. Warm regards,

5 out of 5

Posted by on May 10, 2019

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May 10, 2019 by Planters Inn Management

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Looking forward to having you stay in the near future.

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1400 square feet (130 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Planters Inn. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Planters Inn was completed in May 2017. This Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 1400 sq ft of conference space
  • 130 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1844
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Planters Inn offers 64 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Frette Italian linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Peninsula Grill - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

PG Champagne Bar - Onsite Champagne bar. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted.Ā For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60Ā°C/140Ā°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Planters Charleston
  • Planters Inn
  • Planters Inn Charleston
  • Planters Hotel Charleston
  • Planters Inn Hotel
  • Planters Inn Charleston
  • Planters Inn Hotel Charleston

Awards & Affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.