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20 South Battery

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near White Point Gardens

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Pringle Suite | Garden view

Pringle Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Lathers Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Battery Carriage House Suite | Living area | Smart TV

Battery Carriage House Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stevens Classic | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

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9.0 out of 10
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  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Simonds Suite | Garden view

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Heart of Charleston.With a stay at this Charleston Historic District B&B, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of White Point Gardens and 2 miles (3 km) of College of Charleston. Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • College of Charleston - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 20 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Vendue - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪82 Queen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Millers All Day - ‬9 min walk

About this property

20 South Battery

3-star B&B near White Point Gardens
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at 20 South Battery. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of 20 South Battery was completed in September 2020.

This 3-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1843
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
20 South Battery offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: 2.5 percent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

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.

  • 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.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Battery Carriage House Inn Charleston
Battery Carriage House Inn
Battery Carriage House Charleston
Battery Carriage House
1843 Battery Carriage House Hotel Charleston
1843 Battery Carriage House Inn b&b
Battery Carriage House Inn
20 South Battery Charleston
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast Charleston

Frequently asked questions

How close is 20 South Battery to the airport?

20 South Battery is 13.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 20 South Battery have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at 20 South Battery.

How close is 20 South Battery to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 12.4 mi (26-min drive) from Front Beach and 8.6 mi (18-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 20 South Battery offer free breakfast?

20 South Battery offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 20 South Battery?

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

What time is check-in at 20 South Battery?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 20 South Battery?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does 20 South Battery have a pool?

20 South Battery does not have a pool.

Does 20 South Battery have a spa?

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

How close is 20 South Battery to downtown Charleston?

20 South Battery is 0.7 mi away from Charleston.

20 South Battery Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 204 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Selenia, Gilbertsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are phenomenal. We received a text prior to check-in with specific details to ensure check-in went smoothly. Be sure to complete the tour early in your stay, especially if you're staying in a ground floor suite. I appreciated the focus on hydration as Charleston is warm in June. The on-street parking worked well as most of the available spots opened after 4:00 p.m.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff, excellent location for beauty and access to restaurants within walking distance. If you love the history of Charleston, you’ll love this property.
Our daughter‘s wedding in the garden was picture perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home with fascinating history and filled with antiques. The staff was gracious and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Morris, Lancaster

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this hotel. It felt like a true Charleston experience and the staff was amazing. The location is fabulous too. My one suggestion is I'm always bummed to see the tiny plastic shampoo and conditioner bottles in this day and age. Half the product doesn't come out and they get thrown away after a use or two, which is so wasteful. This is such an elegant hotel, I hope they transition this in their showers sometime soon. But still highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Bend

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible, historic hotel. The staff was extremely nice and friendly. In addition the staff was excellent at recounting the history of the place and the surrounding area. Very well located, really enjoyable, especially if you like history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic home in a very walkable area to restaurants and sites
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srinadh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Hotel Cancelled at Last Minute!

Hotel cancelled last minute (while we were on a plane) and had no availability despite us having an invoice that showed we had paid in full. Had to rebook for a (much more expensive hotel) further from the action in Charleston. Two hours on phone to secure rooms in alternative hotel. We were visiting with some friends from Scotland. Quite the worst experience I've ever had on Hotels.com or in a hotel generally. And what's more....Hotels.com don't seem to believe the PDF of our invoice...that they sent us!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles, Vallejo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cool, historic inn in a beautiful part of Charleston. Richard was a gracious host, and we enjoyed wine and charcuterie on the porch. A note re: our room. We booked a room that was on the "ground" floor, which was more or less the basement or carriage house floor. It was fine, but I envisioned something a little different. Also, as we were drifting off to sleep, there was a sound in the walls that sounded like scratching...almost like an animal was in the walls. But, all in all, we enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bea
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true testamanent to the value of historic preservation, in America"s best city.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the former wine cellar. Richard was an amazing concierge. So accommodating and knowledgeable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Chicago

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025