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The Spectator Hotel

4.0 star property

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Balcony
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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67 State Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Charleston

With a stay at The Spectator Hotel in Charleston (Charleston Historic District), you'll be steps from Charleston City Market and 5 minutes by foot from Waterfront Park. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Port of Charleston and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from College of Charleston.

What's nearby

  • Charleston City Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waterfront Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rainbow Row - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • College of Charleston - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's On The Market - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Clerks Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carmella's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Magnolias - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Spectator Hotel

The Spectator Hotel offers 41 accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and bike storage.
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 46 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

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
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 2.28 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 46 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Spectator Hotel Charleston
Spectator Hotel
Spectator Charleston
The Spectator Hotel Hotel
The Spectator Hotel Charleston
The Spectator Hotel Hotel Charleston

The Spectator Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 919 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1004 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The butler service staff were all absolutely wonderful and no detail went unnoticed by the team. The staff, amenities, aesthetics, the “5 star” Craft Bar, and drink mixologists all make this hotel one of my favorite!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything about this hotel was fabulous. Staff, rooms, beds,cleanliness,breakfast and turn down service were top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I really can’t shut up about how great this hotel is. All staff at every level was superior. All the extras and butler service were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Excellent 5 star hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding in every way. Service better than in the Four Seasons, Montage, etc. They even proactively made us snack bags for a day out! Jim is the absolute best. Bar is great too! Don’t miss the Silence of the Yams cocktail. Sounds weird, but is so fantastic we went back twice! Very well balanced and not overly sweet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The service was perfect. I truly enjoyed this hotel and its location. The butlers were more than helpful and the front staff was pleasant and so accommodating. The bar was fun and the man who runs it is such a pleasant and skilled drink maker. Loved this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived until we departed, the staff and service were impeccable. Every extra detail made to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable was greatly appreciated. The bed was extremely comfortable! Having a complimentary mini-bar was very nice after a long day of touring Charleston. Couldn’t have asked for a more pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xuan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary L

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and amenities were perfect for us. My only negative comment, is that there were a few places in the shower that had small amounts of mildew. Those need to be taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and the bed mattress could be better. The hotel is beautiful and service was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

SARAH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Public rooms are very impressive with lots of marble and comfotable seating. Staff at the front desk is super nice and helpful. Breakfast is well stocked with good hours. Parking was free, which was a nice perk. The location is convenient to Plaza Independecia which is a great public space to visit. Good restaurant selection nearby and it all feels very safe. To get into your room requires downloading an app. There are no room keys. Communicating with the hotel staff is easiest using WhatsApp. The room was pretty bare bones for $250 a night. Towels were thin and did not include washcloths. Getting fresh towels was not easy. No Kleenex in the room except a tiny 3-tissue pack that was not replaced after we used the first one on Day 1. I couldn't get an iron brought to the room. Only option was to pay for the staff to press my clothes. I never did find the price schedule for that and just went out wrinkled. Pillows were very hard and uncomfortable but the bed was fine and the linens were decent and clean. This hotel was overall adequate and clean, which is my top priority. Public spaces are luxurious but the standard rooms aren't anything special. Elevators are super fast which was really nice as we have stayed at far more expensive places that had terrible elevator service. This seems like a convention hotel with lots of groups staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This “boutique” hotel was spectacular, all around! The staff went out of their way on so many levels. Immaculate room, over-the-top amenities, concierge was great, and with a great location . . . Book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, service and hotel. This was our first time in Charleston and I would recommend staying here to anyone visiting town. The hotel decor is welcoming and the rooms are very clean. The standout was the personalized service and attention to detail the staff made during each interaction. Standouts were the reception with Wade and breakfast service in the bar with Darrel! Thank you for making us feel so welcomed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff, great bar, good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes. Fresh and yummy. Quite the nice complimentary breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shwetha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Amazing staff, butler service was a nice bonus, nice touches in room with snacks and drinks , walkable all over, comfortable beds. Breakfast straight to room every morning included! Would 100% stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first time to Charleston and loved our stay at The Spectator. The staff is excellent here and the room and bath were large and stocked with complimentary extras daily from snacks to coffee and soft drinks you don't see in high end hotels or most anywhere for that matter. The bar is lively and fun for that nightcap.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, PLAINFIELD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lobby bar was wonderful. Room was generously sized and the amenities were thoughtful and of a good variety
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional, friendly…like staying at a friends house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Rupa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were thrilled with our stay. The staff was attentive, friendly, and helpful. We’ll definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025