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Starlight Motor Inn

2.0 star property

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Exterior
Courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
$133
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2

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3245 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Charleston Area Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About this property

Starlight Motor Inn

North Charleston hotel close to Riverfront Park
Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a nightclub and charcoal grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area and a banquet hall. Housekeeping is available on request.
Starlight Motor Inn offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This hotel offers access to 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. This business-friendly hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a terrace. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Starlight Motor Inn has designated areas for smoking.

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
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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

Reviews

Starlight Motor Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 568 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blain, Prairieville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional vibe, great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

What a hidden gem! Great pool ! Pool house and live music speakeasy Like upstairs bar with live music !! Are you kidding me?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and will stay again when in Charleston. Quick uber ride to The Refinery which is a plus since we were in town for a concert. The area isn’t the best but we had no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and highly recommend Starlight!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the place. Great vibe and love the history on the walls. Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmella

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DMB played on Daniel Island we had 2 nights 2 rooms…we love this place and will most definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mid Century Splendor

A great time was had at this motel that was brought back to life and paid tribute to the mid century roots. The pool was fabulous and we spent a lot of time there. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Our room was so cute and very comfortable. I’m so happy we stayed here and plan to visit again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, the bar was awesome, the karaoke night was so fun. 10 minute drive to downtown like 20 to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Salem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have to be honest for the price I was a little concerned what the room would be like, but I was impressed. The rooms are very well maintained, bathrooms clean and the bed was very comfortable. I would definitely return if I'm ever back in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

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

8/10 Good

Shaunn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

valorie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool retro feel to the property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the vibe of the Starlight. The pool was pleasant and the chill music just right. A great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The midcentury asthetics and staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Grand Rapids

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the cleanest motel I’ve ever stayed in and the decor was modern and planned very nicely
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro hotel. .bad area of town ..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YOLANDA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is such a cute revival of a motor inn! The room was clean, the decor, spot on, everything worked, bathroom was white, clean. Towels were new and fluffy. The light fixtures worked. The bed and sheets were comfortable and clean. The key word for this room was CLEAN.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

chiara

Traveled with partner
Room was clean and complete
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was fun and retro but it needs a good paint job on the outside. I wish there was better lighting inside the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025