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The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property

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A person sitting on a cushioned bench at a wooden table with a laptop, near a window with curtains, in a room with wooden flooring and a large potted plant.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $297
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

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237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • Place, Shops at Charleston Place
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Studio Suite

  • 503 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • 319 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1045 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Ryder Hotel

3.5-star 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. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and valet parking. 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 and complimentary bicycles.

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

The Ryder Hotel features an outdoor pool 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 at this 3.5-star property 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).

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 58 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

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

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 43.32 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 58 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1080 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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Very nice place to stay and the location is perfect!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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This hotel was so cute and the pool and restaurant/bar area were really great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

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Excellent location and such a fun, and cool hotel! We loved our stay there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean room, many restaurants and shops nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ryder hotel is lovely, staff is friendly and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Molly

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Great walking location excellent Staff and pool area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Enjoyed our stay! Pool was always super busy as they allow passes to non-guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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Excellent location and very friendly staff and clean rooms and lots of cool amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

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Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren Marie

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Friendly staff, amenities, location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, cool decor and pool
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kassaundra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is so nice. The rooms and gardens are so clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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Clean room, friendly staff, great accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

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Absolutely loved it here, just booked again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffaney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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Staff was wonderful. Hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtnie

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Clean, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice suite overlooking the pool. Plenty of room to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the outdoor fireplace and lounge areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun stay. Great pool area! Cool rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Teresa

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Staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. We will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ryder was a beautiful hotel located in a perfect location to see Charleston. The room was large and hotel staff were helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty hotel with a nice staff and very clean rooms. Loved having the restaurant, bar and coffee shop on the premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026