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The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • College of Charleston
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1045 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

  • 319 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

  • 503 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Hotel in Charleston Historic District
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Ryder Hotel offers 91 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

In addition to an outdoor pool, The Ryder Hotel provides a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities consist of a meeting room and coworking spaces. This Art Deco hotel also offers coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. Onsite parking is available (surcharge). A total renovation of this property was completed in April 2021.

The Ryder Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
The Ryder Hotel has a restaurant on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 53 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1985
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - April 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.45 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 53 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 percent

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
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1008 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

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

Amazing!!

Amazing!! Location is perfect, easy walk to shops, restaurants and other historic attractions. Pool and bar are fantastic!! Bed was super comfy, room spacious and the shower has great water pressure which can be a problem in some hotels. On site coffee shop a definite plus for me as a coffee lover. I must give a huge shout out to Chelsea at the front desk. She went above and beyond!! This girl is a gem!! Highly recommend The Ryder!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trendy and beautiful with a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Clean, beautiful, and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the location was great within walking distance to restaurants and attractions and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quick stay

Stayed 1 night for a concert. The hotel was better than expected. Food and drinks were good. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun, great bar and pool. A little loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Lovely hotel

My group of 6 loved the hotel, the staff and the location. The only thing I would change is where our rooms were... it's a U shape and we were at the far end of the U with the only exit back to the front at the beginning of the U. There is a door to the pool, but it stays locked. Would be awesome if there was a key reader so you can at least exit that way.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place. Within walking distance to most everything. First room we were given was really small so i asked for a different room and they did give us one.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dyan

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

George

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

4/10 Poor

Ansley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Our room backed up to a dj booth that played from noon-10pm. We had a window but it was covered on the outside with a privacy screen so no natural light at all. No coffee in the room, but coffee was supposed to be availible for sale in the lobby. Woke up on Sunday got dressed to go buy coffee, but the desk was closed until the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Southern Style & Hospitality

Wished the weather was better so we could’ve enjoyed the gorgeous outdoor space. The room was beautiful and the coffee shop was a great perk. Will definitely return in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service level in this hotel was notable and amenities were FUN. The pool and pool bar with outdoor space was exceptional. Location perfect right downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

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

Beautiful boutique hotel

Beautiful hotel with great staff, everyone was warm and welcoming. Had a room on the fourth floor which you have to take a second elevator which is quite a walk around the 2nd and 3rd floor, it was a pain taking all our luggage up there. Rooms have no microwave or coffee pot, the frozen iced coffee in the coffee counter is delicious though. The daily amenity fee is $40 and valet parking is about $59 which is an extra $100 a day if you think about it on top of your daily rate. I would consider staying again but not on the fourth floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Philadelphia

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

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

Trendy and great location

Such a cute spot! Very lively and great location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

ROSE

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

3 night stay Charleston, SC

Great location, friendly staff. Lacking in some basic amenities ie, most hotels offer a refrigerator in the room and coffee pot. These were not offered. I tend to be an early bird, coffee shop didn’t open until 7 am. Parking is also $53.00 night. Probably will not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

For the price, look elsewhere

This hotel was pretty run down and bordering on 2.5 stars as opposed to 3. The halls smell terrible, our room had missing items (was supposed to have a steamer/iron and had neither), the toilet paper holder fell off the wall, etc. This is overpriced and targeting an "instagram audience"- i wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cooper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked getting a $10 discount per day at the coffee shop for food and, or beverages. It allowed for quick breakfast or an afternoon coffee if we didn't use the discount that morning. We enjoyed the Little Palm cafe/bar that served the pool and great courtyard bar as well. The thoughful glasses and carafe for filtered water along with ice was also a nice touch in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Pool is tiny and freezing. Several cute places to sit or take pics but service and amenities have taken a major back seat to aesthetics.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025