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1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview
West Ashley
United States
cyndi
$79 nightly
$90 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston Riverview

2. Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston
Centre Pointe
United States
Victoria
$113 nightly
$129 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Plaza Hotel North Charleston

3. Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston
Mount Pleasant
United States
Kelly
$136 nightly
$152 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Cambria Hotel Mount Pleasant – Charleston

4. Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG
West Ashley
United States
Ruth v
$107 nightly
$122 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Charleston by IHG

5. Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
Mount Pleasant
United States
Darcy
$148 nightly
$167 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG

6. The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel
Charleston Historic District
United States
Jered
$219 nightly
$249 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Ryder Hotel

7. Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel
Folly Beach
United States
sherri
$240 nightly
$273 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

8. Wingate by Wyndham Charleston Coliseum

Wingate by Wyndham Charleston Coliseum
North Charleston
United States
Shannon
$76 nightly
$86 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Wingate by Wyndham Charleston Coliseum

9. The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel
Downtown Isle of Palms
United States
Kathleen DIANE
$174 nightly
$198 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

10. Indigo Inn

Indigo Inn
Charleston Historic District
United States
Nicole
$147 nightly
$168 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Indigo Inn

11. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown
Downtown Charleston
United States
Dylan
$124 nightly
$141 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

12. Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
North Charleston
United States
Jose
$114 nightly
$130 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center

13. Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview by IHG

Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview by IHG
West Ashley
United States
Jennifer
$125 nightly
$140 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview by IHG

14. Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre

Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Mount Pleasant
United States
David
$129 nightly
$145 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Mount Pleasant Towne Centre

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate
Ashley Heights
United States
Nancy
$101 nightly
$115 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charleston N./Ashley Phosphate

16. Extended Stay of Charleston

Extended Stay of Charleston
North Charleston
United States
Lilibeth
$111 nightly
$127 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Extended Stay of Charleston

17. Wyndham Garden Summerville

Wyndham Garden Summerville
Summerville
United States
Kasondra
$100 nightly
$113 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden Summerville

18. The Meeting Street Inn

The Meeting Street Inn
Charleston Historic District
Canada
Merlyn
$161 nightly
$184 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
The Meeting Street Inn

19. Hilton Garden Inn Charleston / Mt. Pleasant

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston / Mt. Pleasant
Mount Pleasant
United States
Jovan
$128 nightly
$145 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston / Mt. Pleasant

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
Charleston Historic District
United States
richard
$152 nightly
$175 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District
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The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

387 King St Charleston SC
$191 nightly
$218 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,446 reviews)
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Emeline

Emeline

181 Church St Charleston SC
$237 nightly
$269 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,756 reviews)
Emeline
HarbourView Inn

HarbourView Inn

2 Vendue Range Charleston SC
$259 nightly
$295 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
HarbourView Inn
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Charleston and related destinations

Cobblestone streets wind through a living museum of antebellum mansions where guided tours reveal Charleston's complex history. Savor Lowcountry cuisine at local markets, then take a sunset harbor cruise past Fort Sumter where guides point out dolphins playing in your wake.

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A historic street lined with palm trees and classic architecture, including a prominent clock tower.

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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely amazing PM valet service. Blonde gentlemen covering the lot is best in class!"
William 3-night trip
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Charleston Downtown

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Charleston

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Charleston, South Carolina are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Charleston, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Charleston for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Charleston near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Charleston 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Charleston?
The Meeting Street Inn, around 0.1 mi south of downtown Charleston, is a guest favorite. A garden and a spa tub are among its handy amenities. Fulton Lane Inn is another 3-star hotel recommended by travelers. It offers free internet services and individually decorated rooms, and is about 0.2 mi southwest of the city center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Charleston?
Relaxation is easy to find in 3-star hotels in Charleston. Besides cozy surroundings, these more economical properties come with a wealth of amenities like complimentary WiFi, tea or coffee maker and fitness facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upmarket features such as a day spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and larger rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel style or how much you want to spend, Expedia has the ideal match for you.

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