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The Spectator Hotel

Property class: 4

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A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a ground-level restaurant.
A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a black metal gate, and a glimpse of a room with a bed and a nightstand.
A modern living room with a sofa set, two side tables, a coffee table, and decorative items.
A modern lobby with a round wooden table, seating area, and a large chandelier.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is $480
$421 nightly
$480 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

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67 State Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a grey armchair, a small table with a vase of flowers, a floor lamp, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture of a building on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a tower and trees. There is a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a painting.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a desk with a computer, and a mirror.

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the hallway.

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

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A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a tower and trees. There is a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a painting.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

With a stay at The Spectator Hotel in Charleston (Charleston Historic District), you'll be steps from Charleston City Market and 5 minutes by foot from Waterfront Park. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from College of Charleston and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from South Carolina Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Charleston City Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dock Street Theater - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rainbow Row - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • College of Charleston - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's On The Market - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carmella's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Church and Union - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mac's Place - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Spectator Hotel

The Spectator Hotel offers 41 accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and bike storage.
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 46 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

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
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 2.28 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 46 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; 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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Spectator Hotel Charleston
Spectator Hotel
Spectator Charleston
The Spectator Hotel Hotel
The Spectator Hotel Charleston
The Spectator Hotel Hotel Charleston

The Spectator Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 921 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1001 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was outstanding in every respect
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Butler staff was amazing and we loved our stay. Highly recommend The Spectator to anyone visiting Charleston!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top tier service from the front desk to the valet to the maintenance staff. One of the best overall experiences I've had from a service perspective and the hotel is within walking distance to all the restaurants and shopping in the downtown Charleston.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and superb staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent!! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Good location and very nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and kind. Very clean too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just overall nice. I liked the spacious bathroom, shower , towel warmer, & layout.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Walking distance to lots of shopping and restaurants. Breakfast in the room was great every morning. Very friendly staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality breakfast from a menu, not a typical hotel buffet. Great staff, comfortable room. Walkable to everything in the historic area; steps to the market. A go to place for us n Charleston.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the Spectator. The front desk staff made check in very easy and the butler service was very helpful — our butler retrieved forgotten luggage and flowers from our car and brought it directly to our rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Spectator Hotel was Spectacular! We loved everything about it. Great location! We will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Room was great! Staff were amazing and super helpful. The mudslide with turn down service was the cherry on top!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The attention to detail and hospitality was unmatched.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the 4th or 5th time staying here. The staff is always amazing. They go above and beyond. Girl’s trip, romantic trip - it is the perfect hotel and location. There are many wonderful options in CHS - this is one I will continue to return to and share with family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Exceptional stay. Very comfortable with outstanding service and amenities. Staff is incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a spectacular hotel in all means. Location, cleanliness, staff, meals. Caring for all the smallest detail you can think of, one of my favorite hotels i have been to. The butler touch was significantly special, thank you all at the hotel for your thoughtfulness, caring and hospitality. We enjoyed it so much. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast ordered from menu delivered to room or lobby bar area. A real breakfast, not a standard buffet. Great location - walk to restaurants and attractions next to market area. Excellent staff, nice rooms. Go to place for us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Super friendly staff. Lovely roon. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My new favorite hotel !! we loved every bit of our stay and will definitely be back !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
great staff and exoerience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I stayed , Butler service to all the little details that the hotel offers. Extremely friendly, five star all the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026