The Nickel Hotel

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
529 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403
  • College of Charleston
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 680 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 485 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse, Multiple Beds

  • 1568 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse, Multiple Beds

  • 1295 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Flat)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft (Courtyard)

  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft, Balcony

  • 485 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston City Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Brick - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Republic DMG - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Darling Oyster Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Nickel Hotel

4-star hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
The Nickel Hotel offers its guests coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and an elevator. 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 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.

Languages

English

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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
  • 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

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 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 0 will be collected before check-in.

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
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. 

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 Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nickel Hotel on Jun 5, 2025 start from $349.49, 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 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 11.7 mi (26-min drive) from Front Beach. 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

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025