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The Spectator Hotel

4 out of 5

Overview of The Spectator Hotel

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

4.9/5 Exceptional

Guests rated this property 4.9/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking Available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • 24-hour vacancy between guest room stays
  • Hand sanitizer provided

Explore the area

    Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal4 min walk
    Popular LocationCharleston City Market4 min walk
    Popular LocationWaterfront Park7 min walk
    AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)21 min drive

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  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 377 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsDeluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

    Photos of Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 377 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsDeluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 398 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Queen Beds
    More detailsTraditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 377 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsDeluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

    Photos of Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

    4.9/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 377 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsTraditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

    Photos of Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

    4.9/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 398 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Queen Beds
    More detailsTraditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

    Photos of Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

    Room amenities

    • 495 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsDeluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 538 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsPremier Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

    Photos of Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 377 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsDeluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

    Photos of Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 377 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsTraditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 549 sq ft
    • City view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsGrand Suite, 1 King Bed

About this area

Charleston

Located in Charleston's Charleston Historic District neighborhood, The Spectator Hotel is in the historical district. Charleston City Market and Charleston Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterfront Park and Charleston Waterfront Park. South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 4 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 4 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk
  • Charleston Waterfront Park - 7 min walk
  • College of Charleston - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 18 min drive
  • AirportCharleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cru Café — 3 min walk
  • Poogan's Smokehouse — 3 min walk
  • Blossom Charleston and Cypress — 4 min walk
  • Pearlz Oyster Bar — 5 min walk
  • Fleet Landing Restaurant — 6 min walk

About this property

The Spectator Hotel

4-star Charleston hotel in Charleston Historic District, walk to Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hotel has valet parking and free use of bicycles. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. All 41 rooms feature thoughtful touches like free minibar items and bathrobes, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, premium bedding, and free newspapers are among the other amenities available to guests.
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, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Charleston hotel provides 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.

Awards and affiliations

The Spectator Hotel is listed in the 2018 Travel + Leisure 500.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking: USD 34.00 per night

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Dry cleaning service
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Languages spoken

  • English

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Braille signage
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Linens
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Free minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Safe
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4 PM - midnight
Express check-in
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 2.28 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 34.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 80 (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

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Spectator Hotel and receive a full refund?
Yes, The Spectator Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Spectator Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Is The Spectator Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at The Spectator Hotel?
Valet parking is available for USD 34.00 per night.
What time is check-in at The Spectator Hotel?
Check-in is from 4 PM - midnight.
What time is check-out at The Spectator Hotel?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 80 (subject to availability).
Where is The Spectator Hotel located?
Located in Charleston Historic District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Charleston Legends and Lore Ghost Theater, Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal, and Charleston City Market. Waterfront Park and Charleston Waterfront Park are also within 10 minutes.
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5/5 Excellent

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Excellent hotel. Top notch service, accomodations and facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

5/5 Excellent

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Our stay was fabulous. This is a beautiful hotel with excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

5/5 Excellent

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Exceptional service and amenities! Great property in a great location. Wonderful room and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with partner
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The staff was excellent and went over and beyond to serve well. The location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with partner
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Amazing hotel. Our butler David was the best. They really make sure your comfort is a priority
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

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