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The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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

Room options

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible

  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Living area

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • 146 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft, Balcony

Loft, Balcony

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Loft (Courtyard)

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Room, 1 King Bed (Flat)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Charleston

A stay at The Nickel Hotel places you in the heart of Charleston, within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina. .This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Port of Charleston and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from South Carolina Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port of Charleston - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Republic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babas on Cannon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Beer Works - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Nickel Hotel

Hotel with a bar, 7-minute walk to College of Charleston
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. 65-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and minibars, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 2.14 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 0 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

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

The Nickel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and has a washing machine!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My new favorite place to stay in Charleston. So unique and eclectic! Not a detail was spared. The plants really make it spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. At the heart of downtown Charleston. Great room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

10/10 Excellent

Datia

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

victoria, St.louis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely come here again. The staff was pleasant, the rooms are exceptionally clean, and we LOVE the decor
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa, Charleston

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was beyond gorgeous. Such a great location and the room was to die for. Can’t wait to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was extremely nice and the hotel has the perfect location! It's close to all the shopping, restaurants and the nightlife. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025