The Nickel Hotel

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Loft, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
$412
$362 nightly
$412 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9

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529 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston Music Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Marion Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible

  • 680 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1295 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1568 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

Loft, Balcony

  • 485 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Flat)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

A stay at The Nickel Hotel places you in the heart of Charleston, within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina. .This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Port of Charleston and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from South Carolina Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Music Farm - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • College of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Charleston Music Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marion Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Brick - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Republic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Beer Works - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Nickel Hotel

The Nickel Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 65-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. 65-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and minibars, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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:

  • Destination fee: USD 2.14 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

The Nickel Hotel Hotel
The Nickel Hotel Charleston
The Nickel Hotel Hotel Charleston

The Nickel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great new property with a full kitchen! Only odd thing was nowhere to hang clothes??? But overall lived it and would book again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and property was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert Daniel, Leesburgv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!! Close to shopping and dining! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha, Myrtle Beach

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location, great room. Loved having a little balcony. It was a quick trip, but would have liked to stay longer :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was incredible—kind, thoughtful, and genuinely accommodating. The location is central, with several great restaurants just a short walk away. The rooms are clean and spacious, and the thoughtful amenities make you feel right at home. I can’t wait to book my next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazon game Igor’s and gorgeous decor with a perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great location, I loved the suite style room with many amenties in the kitchenette. The Bar Daniel and roof top were fun and so convenient. The staff was amazing! Only recommendation is to have hand soap in the bathroom. Weird that it's missing and had to use the shower gel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Orient

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this new hotel is spot on-elegant design and a sweet and attentive staff within a private refuge-despite an often busy central downtown location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was well stocked including snacks and room had a beautiful view of the courtyard⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Doesn’t apply
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Small Cool Hotel - Great Vibe, Great Staff and Super Location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, beautiful, hospitable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEONARD

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Griffin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room wasn’t cleaned, coffee was always out in the morning and the serivd
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Excellent b

Amazing location and beautiful staff and a great bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Mooresville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning boutique hotel. Immaculate grounds. Room was impeccable and clean and quiet. High end furnishings and appliances. Our room was a suite with a separate bedroom and it felt like home. Staff was always friendly and helpful. Awesome place to stay. Would highly recommend. Also: perfect place for a wedding party to stay. The roof top bar was the place to be!
Our living room
Separate bedroom
Kitchen with full size refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher
Bar Daniel Lounge 2nd Floor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025