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Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 15 per person)
Lobby
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
$147
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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45 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, Harborage at Ashley Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Water View) | View from room

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Water View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed ( Water View)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Roll in shower)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

2 Bedroom Suite (1 King & 1 Queen), Balcony, View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing), View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Water View) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Water View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Water View)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3-star hotel in Downtown Charleston
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, self parking, and laundry facilities.
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offers 141 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This business-friendly hotel also offers a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge. A total renovation of this property was completed in May 2025.

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Garden Grille & Bar - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
45 Waterside - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 45 Waterside
  • The Garden Grille & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront Hotel Charleston Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront/Downtown Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront/Downtown
Hilton Garn Inn Waterfront
Hilton Charleston Waterfront
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Charleston

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind, courteous and cordial. Location was within a short drive of everything but walking not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan, Edgewater

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Coffee maker didn’t work. Lot of walking for my wife, she has a cane.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fine but the position was not good for getting to the historic town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

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

10/10

I am very happy with this hotel, I think this might be there one I’ll continue using, it’s a good hotel room, no weird things going on, the tv was in a perfect spot, the bathroom had a real door and so did the shower, we had a balcony which was perfect for sitting on, the lobby was great, staff was all so friendly, absolutely 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very good had no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lemuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and good breakfast options.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grear
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark, Pensacola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and great view of harbor. Breakfast in dining room not great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel has no restaurants near by. You are stuck with no food options. The harbor is private so you can’t even enjoy that. We do no recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Taria

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, great location and very good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hilton Waterfront was the perfect palette for our mom/daughter weekend! Lovely pool to relax in. Easy and low cost Uber's into Charleston and back. ($5 per ride). Gorgeous room with patio to view the fountain and Marina! Early check-in request was honored as well. Thanks very much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Breakfast not worth what they charge, but otherwise a solid place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa, Cooper City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating. Front desk staff were excellent and food was also great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convention to places
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025