James Island, SC

Travel Guide

A rustic wooden interior with a table, a basket, and a painting on easels.
A pond with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss.
A lush green rice paddy field with a tree in the foreground.
A beach with fallen trees and a sandy shore.
A wooden building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Where to stay in James Island

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Charleston Historic District

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Charleston Historic District. Make a stop by Charleston City Market or Shops at Charleston Place while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Charleston

Travelers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Charleston City Market and Charleston Music Hall.

Cannonborough Elliotborough

While visiting Cannonborough Elliotborough, you might make a stop by sights like Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.

West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

King Street

While visiting King Street, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall.

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
$206 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$235 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,340 reviews)
"We stayed for just 1 night, wish we could have stayed longer. The beds were comfy, the hotel right on King Street close to shopping and great food. Would stay here again and recommend!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$223 nightly
The price is $254 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$254 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,707 reviews)
"Incredible room Exceptional service Amazingly clean Perfect location"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Emeline
Tru by Hilton Charleston Ashley Phosphate

Tru by Hilton Charleston Ashley Phosphate

2.5 out of 5
2475 Prospect Drive North Charleston SC
$97 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$111 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,275 reviews)
"Ms. June, the front desk attendant was beyond helpful! We needed to alter our plans and check out 2 days earlier than our original plans. She went above and beyond to help us."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Tru by Hilton Charleston Ashley Phosphate
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.
Charming Lowcountry Cottage Near Beach & City

Charming Lowcountry Cottage Near Beach & City

Charleston SC
Stay at this vacation home in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rainbow Row and Waterfront Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"Very quiet and convenient location to beach and downtown. Everything was clean and neat with a well stocked kitchen."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Charming Lowcountry Cottage Near Beach & City
Folly Cottage - Pet Friendly

Folly Cottage - Pet Friendly

Charleston SC
Stay at this vacation home in Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Charleston City Market and Folly Island Beaches are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
"The house was nice and clean and well equipped for our needs."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Folly Cottage - Pet Friendly
stayAPT Suites North Charleston

stayAPT Suites North Charleston

4 out of 5
9331 Blue House Rd North Charleston SC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (312 reviews)
"I booked a double queen room and waited over an hour just for it to still not be ready by 3:40, so they offered a king suite with pullout couch. We got to the king suite and the couch was just a regular couch, leaving someone sleeping on a couch and not a bed. They offered to refund one night but ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

stayAPT Suites North 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.

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