James Island, SC
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Visit James Island

Emeline
Walkable location, very helpful and kind staff, EXPENSIVE, - very slightly dated but clean rooms - noisy with concurrent events at this location - weddings, etc…
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Room was clean. Outdoor pool not great. No breakfast. Bathroom door was almost impossible to shut. Sliding door.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant by IHG
The hotel had a nice outdoor pool area and clean rooms, very convenient drive to downtown Charleston
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

The Tree Top Terrace- is private, close to ocean & downtown on James Island..
Enjoyed our stay very much. The decor was amazing, great balconies/patios up on our second level unit. Quiet, clean, host very helpful with a question we had. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would definite recommend to friends.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Relaxation and Location - The Lowcountry Cottage
Peaceful place to stay and very convenient to Charleston and to the beach. Very comfortable for us older travelers.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Cozy & Comfortable 2-Bedroom Cottage on James Island - minutes from Folly Beach!
I stayed in Nate's place for 10 nights and found it to be a great base to work out at Fort Johnson, and to visit people around Charleston. It is a quiet location (no noise from traffic, dogs, neighbors etc). It has easy access down the side drive, and plenty of spaces to sit and work/relax. I would ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Popular places to visit

McLeod Plantation Historic Site
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at McLeod Plantation Historic Site during your travels in Charleston.
Sunrise Park Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunrise Park Beach during your trip to Charleston?
James Island County Park
James Island County Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Battery Number 5 Marker
You can find out about the history of Charleston with a trip to Battery Number 5 Marker. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and churches.
Charleston Municipal Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Charleston at Charleston Municipal Golf Course.
Harbor View Shopping Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Harbor View Shopping Center during your stay in Charleston. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do

Afternoon Schooner Sightseeing Dolphin Cruise on Charleston Harbor

Boone Hall Plantation All-Access Admission Ticket

Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

Old Town Trolley Tour of Charleston

Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse
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