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20 South Battery

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $422
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2

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20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Battery Carriage House Suite | Living area | Smart TV

Battery Carriage House Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Lathers Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Simonds Suite | Garden view

Simonds Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pringle-Frost King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pringle Suite | Garden view

Pringle Suite

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

20 South Battery

3-star B&B in Charleston Historic District
Concierge services, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free continental breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception. Additionally, a garden, a lobby fireplace, and gift shops/newsstands are onsite.
20 South Battery offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning as well as a complimentary manager's reception. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Charleston bed & breakfast also offers a terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.

20 South Battery is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1843
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 2.5 percent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Battery Carriage House Inn Charleston

Battery Carriage House Inn

Battery Carriage House Charleston

Battery Carriage House

1843 Battery Carriage House Hotel Charleston

1843 Battery Carriage House Inn b&b

Battery Carriage House Inn

20 South Battery Charleston

20 South Battery Bed & breakfast

20 South Battery Bed & breakfast Charleston

20 South Battery Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 250 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location and beautiful accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very attentive.
Room 7
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful service, breakfast delivered to the room and a tour of the mansion!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Getting to stay in this very old historic place full of amazing antiques and history was amazing. Staff was top of the line. Thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OTTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not have a pet. The staff was helpful and anticipated our questions and needs. The home dated back to 1853 and in one of the most historic sites. We would revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stunning property offers excellent amenities and stellar customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic boutique hotel with all the southern charms. Comfortable, clean with some nice extra touches like free water and brekky. Also free parking across the street and right near the waterfront. Within walking distance of King Street and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sheets luxurious, historic house so interesting, sitting on sunny veranda perfect, breakfast served in our room wonderful. Molly gave us a great tour and recommendations on things to do, which we might not have found on our own. Loved this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and in front to water.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful mansion on the battery Very historic
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean very comfortable bed. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great suite, staff was accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic house with garden. Staff very nice. Located across from park. Good access to city. Easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic mansion to stay in. Ryan is a wonderful desk clerk- so nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good breakfast menu. good charcuterie evening option. Fun, historical location. Like something right out of a southern romance novel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the area was very walkable to shops and restaurants. The breakfast was good. The staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place, a real step back in time. The owner deserves a medal for preserving this beautiful building. Special place to stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent, the property was wonderful and beautiful. the morning croissant was perfect to get the day started and the afternoon cheese & meat platter hit the spot, We would highly recommend to everyone looking to have a relaxing, good time in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay in Charleston!

My husband and I were traveling with another couple and we all truly enjoyed our stay. The location, ambiance, food and staff were all wonderful. Our room in the Carriage House was comfortable and inviting. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Abby gave us a wonderful tour of the history! Beautiful & comfortable. We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were made up each day very nicely. The cleaning staff were quiet and not bothersome. Great job
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic home in a very walkable area to restaurants and sites
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. Loved our room although TV in one of the rooms in our suite did not work helpful in multiple ways.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025