What is Charleston like for travelers on a budget?

Charleston offers a variety of cheap accommodations and places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. In addition to its well-known attractions like Mardi Gras Casino, this destination is home to Haddad Riverfront Park and Coonskin Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Charleston?

Based on reviews, Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown is a popular 2.5-star hotel for our travelers looking for an economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other choices for your budget-friendly stay include Budget Host Inn Charleston and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV .

How many inexpensive hotels will I find in Charleston?

Expedia has 7 hotels in Charleston that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.

Cheap Hotels in Charleston, WV from $60

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Cheap Motels in Charleston

Motel 6 Huntington, WV
4644 US Route 60, Huntington, WV, 25705
The price is $60 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
2.7/5 (106 reviews)
Motel 6 Huntington, WV
Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area
911 Dunbar Ave, Dunbar, WV, 25064
The price is $80 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
3.4/5 (771 reviews)
Super 8 by Wyndham Dunbar/Charleston Area
Budget Host Inn Charleston
3313 E Kanawha Blvd, Charleston, WV, 25306
The price is $66 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
3.8/5 Good! (396 reviews)
Budget Host Inn Charleston
Rodeway Inn
330 Goff Mountain Rd, Cross Lanes, WV, 25313
The price is $68 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
3/5 (245 reviews)
Rodeway Inn
Super 8 by Wyndham Ripley
102 Duke St, I-77 Exit 138, Ripley, WV, 25271
The price is $76 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
4/5 Very Good! (592 reviews)
Super 8 by Wyndham Ripley
American Inn
419 Hurricane Creek Road, Hurricane, WV, 25526
The price is $65 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
2.6/5 (160 reviews)
American Inn
Knights Inn Charleston
6401 Maccorkle Ave Se, Charleston, WV, 25304
The price is $78 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
2.8/5 (561 reviews)
Knights Inn Charleston
Americas Best Value Inn-St. Albans/South Charleston
6210 MacCorkle Avenue, St Albans, WV, 25177
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2.9/5 (113 reviews)
Americas Best Value Inn-St. Albans/South Charleston

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

2-star Hotels in Charleston

Red Roof Inn Huntington
5190 Us Route 60 E, Huntington, WV, 25705
The price is $70 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
3.7/5 Good! (988 reviews)
Red Roof Inn Huntington
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
102 Racer Dr, Cross Lanes, WV, 25313
The price is $97 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
4.1/5 Very Good! (963 reviews)
Wyndham Garden Cross Lanes Charleston
Holiday Inn Express Civic Center, an IHG Hotel
100 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV, 25301
The price is $118 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
4/5 Very Good! (964 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express Civic Center, an IHG Hotel
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
600 Second Avenue, South Charleston, WV, 25303
The price is $92 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
4.2/5 Very Good! (960 reviews)
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Charleston WV
Comfort Inn
6400 Maccorkle Avenue SE Building B, Charleston, WV, 25304
The price is $80 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
4.3/5 Excellent! (135 reviews)
Comfort Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes, an IHG Hotel
410 New Goff Mountain Road, Nitro, WV, 25313
The price is $107 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
4.5/5 Wonderful! (773 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes, an IHG Hotel
Best Western Charleston
1000 Washington St E, Charleston, WV, 25301
The price is $84 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
3/5 (671 reviews)
Best Western Charleston
Comfort Inn New River
801 Mall Road, Fayetteville, WV, 25901
The price is $95 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
3.9/5 Very Good! (644 reviews)
Comfort Inn New River
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
402 2nd Ave, SW, South Charleston, WV, 25303
The price is $128 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
4.5/5 Wonderful! (277 reviews)
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

3-star Hotels in Charleston

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
105 Alex Ln, Charleston, WV, 25304
The price is $93 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
3.9/5 Very Good! (979 reviews)
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
200 Hotel Cir, Charleston, WV, 25311
The price is $153 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
4.4/5 Wonderful! (523 reviews)
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Embassy Suites Charleston
300 Court St, Charleston, WV, 25301
The price is $144 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
4.2/5 Excellent! (966 reviews)
Embassy Suites Charleston
Wingate by Wyndham Hurricane WV
417 Hurricane Creek Rd, Hurricane, WV, 25526
The price is $103 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
4.6/5 Exceptional! (406 reviews)
Wingate by Wyndham Hurricane WV
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
600 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, 25301
The price is $116 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
4.1/5 Very Good! (997 reviews)
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntington Mall
3551 US Route 60 East, Barboursville, WV, 25504
The price is $114 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
4.4/5 Excellent! (828 reviews)
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntington Mall
Holiday Lodge Hotel & Conference Center
US 19 & Oyler Ave, Oak Hill, WV, 25901
The price is $98 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
3.7/5 Good! (800 reviews)
Holiday Lodge Hotel & Conference Center
McCoy's Inn
#2 Fitness Lane, Ripley, WV, 25271
The price is $105 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
4.7/5 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
McCoy's Inn
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West, an IHG Hotel
400 Second Ave, South Charleston, WV, 25303
The price is $142 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
4.2/5 Very Good! (840 reviews)
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West, an IHG Hotel
Charleston Marriott Town Center
200 Lee St E, Charleston, WV, 25301
The price is $135 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
4.1/5 Very Good! (997 reviews)
Charleston Marriott Town Center

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

How can I get cheap hotels in Charleston?

Best tips to find a cheap hotel in Charleston

If you're looking to travel to Charleston on a budget, you'll be happy to know that you can find hotels for as low as $60. Of course, that price is affected by amenities, star rating, and even the time of year you visit. At most, hotel prices can be as high as $153. Staying a short amount of time in Charleston is an effective way to reduce hotel costs.
When you cut your vacation down to just a few days, you don't have to worry as much about hotel prices since you don't have that many nights to stay. For budget hotels in Charleston, 3 to 4 days should be all the nights you need. That's generally enough to enjoy the city's top attractions, though there's certainly enough to do to warrant a week-long trip.
When booking cheap hotel rooms in Charleston, it's typically best to book about 3 weeks in advance. Book further in advance than that and you could be paying too much for your room, as hotels will often overestimate future demand. However, if you wait too long, you might find that the hotel has been completely booked.
When you utilize search filters on Expedia, you'll be able to narrow down your results in a flash. These search filters cover a wide variety of factors you may be interested in when it comes to finding a cheap hotel in Charleston, including amenities such as Free Breakfast, 2-star rating, or proximity to local attractions. You can even set filters for price limits to ensure that all the displayed results are within your budget.
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Cheap hotels in Charleston	20
Highest price	$153
Cheapest price	$60
Number of guest reviews	7269
Total number of hotels in Charleston	314

Frequently asked questions

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Charleston, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 39°F. The snowiest months in Charleston are January, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of snowfall.

Charleston attracts visitors with its major shopping area and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Mardi Gras Casino, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Take in the local culture at Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences and West Virginia State Museum, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Haddad Riverfront Park.

Checking out these ways to get around Charleston is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is Charleston, WV (CRW-Yeager), 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 50 mi (80.5 km) away: Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State). Charleston might not have very many public transit choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

Recent reviews of Charleston hotels
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Wingate by Wyndham Hurricane WV
5/5 Excellent
"Nice hotel. Staff was kind and helpful."
A verified traveler stayed at Wingate by Wyndham Hurricane WV
Posted 22 hours ago
Wingate by Wyndham Hurricane WV
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE
5/5 Excellent
"Quiet Area."
A verified traveler stayed at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE
Posted 2 days ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elkview - Charleston NE
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
5/5 Excellent
"Nice hotel with many eating options nearby, several walkable. "
A verified traveler stayed at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
Posted 2 days ago
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes, an IHG Hotel
5/5 Excellent
"It was very good except for the fitness area 3x’s Treadmill’s and a Medicin ball No weights or Universal weight kinda disappointing "
A verified traveler stayed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes, an IHG Hotel
Posted 3 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cross Lanes, an IHG Hotel
Sleep Inn Charleston
5/5 Excellent
"Very convenient and affordable. All the extras were nice - coffee, cookies, popcorn, etc."
A verified traveler stayed at Sleep Inn Charleston
Posted 3 days ago
Sleep Inn Charleston
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
5/5 Excellent
"A lovely secluded hotel, well appointed and clean. Bathroom access in our suite was a bit tricky doors-wise, but that’s down to space allocation and architecture, and no patch on the property. The only damper on our stay was a gaggle of teenage soccer players running wild in the halls, but that couldn’t be helped, I suppose."
A verified traveler stayed at Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Posted 3 days ago
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
5/5 Excellent
"We love the location and have stayed here many times. The only thing that could use improvement is the cleanliness of the parking garage and stairs. Otherwise we love this hotel and will be returning in the future."
A verified traveler stayed at Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Posted 5 days ago
Four Points by Sheraton Charleston
Embassy Suites Charleston
5/5 Excellent
"We’ve had a wonderful stay, very clean wonderful staff"
A verified traveler stayed at Embassy Suites Charleston
Posted 5 days ago
Embassy Suites Charleston
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
5/5 Excellent
"Great"
A verified traveler stayed at Mardi Gras Casino & Resort
Posted 6 days ago
Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

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