Hotels near Catfish Row Charleston

Q: What are the best hotels near Catfish Row?

Guests love staying at The Vendue , which is a hotel near Catfish Row. Also highly rated is Market Pavilion Hotel , which is 6 minutes away on foot. In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 8,081 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.

Q: What are the best luxury hotels near Catfish Row?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Market Pavilion Hotel , which is a short walk from Catfish Row. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Grill 225 and has an outdoor pool. Another luxurious option is Planters Inn , which is 9 minutes away on foot.

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It was built from 1767-1771 as the Royal Exchange. The first cupola was damaged by a hurricane in the early 1800s, the second deteriorated before the Great Earthquake of 1886, and the third was not placed until 1981 when the building opened as a museum.

The structure has served as a customhouse, mercantile exchange and military prison and barracks. The building was badly damaged by Union artillery fire during the Civil War and the great earthquake of 1886; it was repaired after each occasion.

In 2012, a study was completed of the building's use as a British prison during the Revolutionary War. Soon after taking control of Charleston in 1780, the British started housing prisoners in the Exchange, but not exclusively in the "dungeon". The investigation was able to document at least 120 prisoners held in the Exchange, but there were many more whose identities could not be discovered. The facility was not exclusively used for Colonial prisoners, and at least some British soldiers were held there too.

Old Exchange Provost and Dungeon

You can find out about the history of Charleston with a stop at Old Exchange Provost and Dungeon. 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.

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What are the best hotels near Catfish Row?

Guests love staying at The Vendue, which is a hotel near Catfish Row.
Also highly rated is Market Pavilion Hotel, which is 6 minutes away on foot.
In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 8,081 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Catfish Row?

On Hotels.com, you can find a variety of room prices depending on when and where you plan to go. Simply sort by price on the search results and filter by your preferred criteria to find the best options for you and your budget.

Search for the lowest price per night $220

What cheap hotels are close to Catfish Row?

For an economical hotel close to Catfish Row, consider Kings Courtyard Inn, which offers a free continental breakfast, a free daily manager’s reception, and free in-room WiFi.
Courtyard Charleston Historic District is another low-cost option 18 minutes away on foot.

Can I find hotels close to Catfish Row that are fully refundable?

Yes, you’ll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the “Fully refundable” filter when searching for hotels.

Both The Charleston Place and Zero George Street are highly rated hotels near Catfish Row that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Catfish Row?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, you and your special someone will enjoy Charming Kitchen House with Beautiful Garden, which is a short walk from Catfish Row.
Another great option is Planters Inn, which is 9 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels close to Catfish Row with free breakfast?

Enjoy a free continental breakfast to begin your day at The Vendue, which is steps from Catfish Row.
HarbourView Inn is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast. It’s just steps away.

Which hotels near Catfish Row have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with city or water view at HarbourView Inn, which is steps from Catfish Row.
Also recommended is Market Pavilion Hotel, which offers rooms with views.

What are the best family hotels close to Catfish Row?

For travelers looking for a family-friendly stay, The Vendue offers children’s meals, free bicycle rentals, and a free continental breakfast. Catfish Row is just steps away.
Another great option for your family’s trip is HarbourView Inn.

What are the best luxury hotels near Catfish Row?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Market Pavilion Hotel, which is a short walk from Catfish Row. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Grill 225 and has an outdoor pool.
Another luxurious option is Planters Inn, which is 9 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels near Catfish Row with free parking?

If you’re traveling by car, Wentworth Mansion offers free valet parking and you’ll be a 17-minute walk from Catfish Row.
The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina also has free parking and is 10 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Catfish Row with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the pool at The Crescent Moon | A Cozy Haven for Two. Catfish Row 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 Catfish Row?

To stay economically near Catfish Row, you can book Days Inn by Wyndham Ladson Summerville Charleston, which offers a seasonal outdoor pool and breakfast daily.
Charleston Creekside Inn is another inexpensive motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Catfish Row?

You can check out sights near Catfish Row 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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