The Palmetto Hotel

4.0 star property

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Lobby
Penthouse (Redemption) | Dining room
Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Penthouse (Redemption) | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
$355
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

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194 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(133 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse (Redemption)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Water View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Street)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Palmetto Hotel

4-star hotel in Charleston Historic District
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and valet parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles, and concierge services.
The Palmetto Hotel offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of meeting rooms and coworking spaces. This Charleston hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2023.

The Palmetto Hotel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Palmetto Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 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, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

The Palmetto Hotel Hotel
The Saint Hotel Charleston
The Palmetto Hotel Charleston
The Saint Hotel Charleston SC
The Palmetto Hotel Hotel Charleston

The Palmetto Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 809 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 809 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 809 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 809 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 809 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall

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

Rave Reviews

Absolutely loved this hotel! Very convenient to many restaurants, shopping, comedy theater, many tours…beautiful place and wonderful staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is definitely beautiful and has a really nice aesthetic, but overall it didn’t feel very cozy. Our room was placed right by the utility room, which kind of took away from the vibe. The walls are super thin, we could hear everything. We were on the third floor and got woken up around 3am by super loud guests above us. Both my husband and I had a hard time getting back to sleep. Wish the experience matched the look of the place a bit more.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool old hotel… comfortable room, lovely continental breakfast in the beautiful lobby each morning, and the area is walking distance to everything you want to see in Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in downtown Charleston. Great dining and shopping options nearby. Close to the Market too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN

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

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant hotel. The staff is friendly. Beatufil lobby and well decorated rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fantastic!

Amazing hotel! Clean, comfortable, and friendly staff! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed the property and the staff at this little gem in the heart of Charleston within walking distance to oh so much!! If you’re looking for small boutique hotel charm, a wonderful daily breakfast and a friendly little bar for a chilled beverage at the end of your day, this fits the bill. The room and bathroom were a cool mix of old world and modern. Bathroom is huge as hotel bathrooms go. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddianina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Palmetto was a perfect spot! The lobby was welcoming and adorable, the location was perfect to explore the city by walking, and we took advantage of the bikes one morning! The rooms were clean and the layout was nice! The renovations were done very well and they maximized space in the rooms and lobby without making anything feel “small”. Everything was just what we needed for a fun and romantic stay in Charleston!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olena

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ii
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a very good staff. Good location for shopping and dining. Very modern and nice bathroom. Comfortable bed but room is a bit aged. Morning breakfast and evening cocktails are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing thoughtful experience from check in to check out. Turndown service was a very nice touch. Very luxe experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Room might be a bit smaller than Hotel Bennett rooms but other than that, no difference in luxury. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sondra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was wonderful- the hotel is beautiful and so welcoming and close walking distance to everything downtown Charleston
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Palmetto! The location was perfect, decor was so cute and we loved our room. The staff were lovely and the light breakfast in the morning was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful room great accommodations , the view is okay enjoyed my vacation none the less would stay again !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025