Hotels near St. Philip's Church Charleston

Q: What are the best hotels near St. Philip's Church?

Guests love staying at The Loutrel , which is a hotel near St. Philip's Church. Also highly rated is Market Pavilion Hotel , which is just steps away. In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 8,085 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.

Q: What are the best luxury hotels near St. Philip's Church?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Market Pavilion Hotel , which is steps from St. Philip's Church. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Grill 225 and has an outdoor pool. A second luxurious choice is Planters Inn , which is just steps away.

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Other landmarks in Charleston Historic District

The Old Powder Magazine is the only public building remaining from the era of the Lords Proprietors, the eight English aristocrats who owned Carolina from 1670 to 1719.

Charles Town, as the capital and southernmost English settlement on the continent, was strategically important. The town was repeatedly attacked by pirates, marauding Spanish naval vessels, and Indians. Along with the high walls and a moat that surrounded Charles Town, the Powder Magazine, as the principal storehouse of munitions and gunpowder, was crucial for the defense of the city.

The Powder Magazine

You can study the exhibits at The Powder Magazine, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Charleston. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

The Dock Street Theatre is Charleston's last surviving hotel from the antebellum period. The silhouette of its wrought iron balcony against the spire of St. Philip's church may be the single most photographed spot in the city. The main portion of the building was constructed around 1809 as Planter's Hotel. The hotel was built by Alexander Calder and his wife, who did so by renovating several pre-existing buildings at the site. The main entrance may not have been built until 1855 by J.W. Gamble.

The hotel was used extensively by planters from the midlands of South Carolina, who traveled to Charleston during horse-racing season. It was noted for its wonderful food and drinks during this era, and the South's famous Planter's Punch may have originated here. Guests to the hotel passed through the recessed porch with brownstone columns, into the lobby, and up a grand staircase that ascended to a drawing room. While much of the interior has been altered, these elements of the antebellum hotel remain and were adapted in subsequent uses of the building. A series of additions to the hotel throughout the 19th and 20th centuries can be easily identified by differences in brick coloration.

This theater is said to have been the first building built specifically for theatrical performances in America. Planter's Hotel occasionally housed one of the city's theatrical troupes, which performed at the nearby New Theatre during the mid-19th century. The most notable actor of this troupe was Junius Brutus Booth. Booth was the patriarch of an outstanding family of actors, which included John Wilkes Booth, President Lincoln's assassin. Junius Booth, who stayed at the Planter's Hotel, allegedly tried to kill his manager here in 1838. Today the Dock Street Theatre is home to the Charleston Stage Company, South Carolina's largest professional theater production company, and houses the city's Cultural Affairs office as well as The City Gallery, an exhibition space for local artists.

Dock Street Theater

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Dock Street Theater in Charleston Historic District. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Footlight Players, The Black Fedora, and The Riviera Theater are all a short walk away.

Pink House Gallery

If museums are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Pink House Gallery in Charleston Historic District. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to see more of the museums in Charleston, you can easily walk to Gibbes Museum of Art or Old Slave Mart Museum.

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What are the best hotels near St. Philip's Church?

Guests love staying at The Loutrel, which is a hotel near St. Philip’s Church.
Also highly rated is Market Pavilion Hotel, which is just steps away.
In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 8,085 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near St. Philip's Church?

Visit Hotels.com, enter your search criteria, and sort by price to find the lowest prices available. Pricing varies based on where you plan to go and when.

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What cheap hotels are close to St. Philip's Church?

Kings Courtyard Inn is a budget-friendly hotel near St. Philip’s Church and offers a free continental breakfast, a free daily manager’s reception, and free in-room WiFi.
A second low-cost choice is Courtyard Charleston Historic District, which is 15 minutes away on foot.

Can I find hotels close to St. Philip's Church that are fully refundable?

Yes, you’ll find hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline before you book. To find refundable rates, use the “Fully refundable” filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to St. Philip’s Church that offer these rates are The Charleston Place and Zero George Street.

What are the best romantic hotels near St. Philip's Church?

For a romantic stay, Planters Inn offers a garden-view restaurant, couples/private dining, and proposal/romance packages. It’s steps from St. Philip’s Church.
Another great option is Charming Kitchen House with Beautiful Garden, which is 7 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels close to St. Philip's Church with free breakfast?

Begin your day with a free English breakfast at The Loutrel, which is steps from St. Philip’s Church.
The Spectator Hotel is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast. It’s just steps away.

Which hotels near St. Philip's Church have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with city or courtyard view at The Spectator Hotel, which is steps from St. Philip’s Church.
Also recommended is Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston Historic District, which offers rooms with views.

What are the best family hotels close to St. Philip's Church?

Keep the family happy with a stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston Historic District which offers free cribs, an outdoor pool, and a free daily breakfast. St. Philip’s Church is just steps away.
Another great option for your family’s trip is French Quarter Inn.

What are the best luxury hotels near St. Philip's Church?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Market Pavilion Hotel, which is steps from St. Philip’s Church. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Grill 225 and has an outdoor pool.
A second luxurious choice is Planters Inn, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near St. Philip's Church with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at Wentworth Mansion, which offers free valet parking. You’ll be a 13-minute walk from St. Philip’s Church.
The Ashley also has free parking and is 3 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near St. Philip's Church with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, The Crescent Moon | A Cozy Haven for Two has a pool. St. Philip’s Church is a short 3-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Charleston Marriott.

What cheap motels can I book close to St. Philip's Church?

To stay economically near St. Philip’s Church, you can book Days Inn by Wyndham Ladson Summerville Charleston, which offers a seasonal outdoor pool and breakfast daily.
Another affordable motel to consider is Charleston Creekside Inn.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near St. Philip's Church?

You may also want to see sights near St. Philip’s Church like College of Charleston, Charleston City Market, and Patriots Point.
North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, Waterfront Park, and South Carolina Aquarium are other places to visit in the area.

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Other landmarks in Charleston Historic District

The Powder Magazine

Dock Street Theater

Pink House Gallery

Old Slave Mart Museum

Circular Congregational Church

Gibbes Museum of Art

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