4 Best Beachfront Hotels Near Charleston, South Carolina - Updated 2024

Melanie
Melanie 
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You can’t go wrong with choosing Charleston, especially if you’re in the mood to experience Southern hospitality. The biggest city in South Carolina, it features a number of historic landmarks and museums, including those that let guests explore the darker moments of the state’s history. On a lighter note, it is also a hub of entertainment—from nightclubs and restaurants to distilleries. If you want to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf, plan a trip to Kiawah Island, Folly Beach, and Sullivan’s Island, to name a few. If you want to stay close to the water, consider yourself lucky as beachfront accommodations in and around this big city are aplenty. Planning to have your summer vacation in the Holy City? To help you find the best accommodation, check out our list of the best beachfront hotels near Charleston, South Carolina.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.

1. Bridgewater (from USD 120)

Bridgewater is a four-star hotel that is ideal for couples on a romantic getaway. The hotel has its own restaurant and that means you don’t have to worry about heading out to get food. It also has its own spa for guests looking to soothe those tired muscles after a long day of sightseeing. Guests can also access the on-site fitness center, in case they feel like burning those extra calories. If you’re traveling with kids, you will love the fact that there’s a water park here as well. Other activities that you can engage in while here include hiking and golfing. If you want to have fun in the sun, Litchfield Beach is just 750 m (2460 ft) from the property.

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Bridgewater

Wifi Available

Address: 601 Retreat Beach Circle
109.13 km (67.9 mi) from Fort Sumter National Monument

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

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2. Tides Folly Beach (from USD 251)

Tides Folly Beach features just about everything that you could want in beachfront accommodation. By staying here, you get to engage in a variety of outdoor activities such as kayaking, surfing, and parasailing. Evening entertainment is offered as the night falls. It also comes with its own restaurant and bar, so you don’t have to head out to enjoy a meal or a drink. For guests who don’t want to explore the beach area, there’s a pool where they can take a dip. If you are traveling with the little ones, this hotel also offers a kid-friendly buffet. WiFi is also available in all areas, so you can keep yourself connected with your family back home.

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Tides Folly Beach

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 Center Street
12.51 km (7.8 mi) from Fort Sumter National Monument

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Terrace

3. Seaside Inn - Isle of Palms (from USD 169)

Seaside Inn is found right at 1004 Ocean Boulevard, Isle of Palms. This hotel provides guests with direct access to the Isle of Palms County Park Beach that is only 100 m (328 ft) away. Another thing that you will love about staying here is that the hotel features beach chairs right by the water for guests wanting to sunbathe. Alternatively, you can head to the rooftop where the pool is located. Public parking is possible, in case you plan to bring your car. For a hassle-free stay, you can avail yourself of daily housekeeping and concierge services. The downtown area of Charleston is about 20 km (12.4 mi) from here. Restaurants, such as Acme Lowcountry Kitchen and Luke n’ Ollie’s Pizzeria, are also located nearby.

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Seaside Inn - Isle of Palms

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 1004 Ocean Boulevard
8.66 km (5.4 mi) from Fort Sumter National Monument

Parking Pets allowed Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Lift Heating Luggage storage

4. The Palms Oceanfront Hotel (from USD 209)

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel sits right by the beach in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. Among the activities that you can enjoy here include windsurfing, diving, golfing, horse riding, and cycling. Sullivan’s Island is just an eight-minute drive from here, in case you want to visit its sandy beach and see the square-shaped lighthouse. The three-star hotel also features an outdoor pool for guests looking to relax after a long day of adventure. There are accessibility features for the convenience of guests with disabilities. As for the rooms, all are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and cable TV. You can also head to the sun terrace for breathtaking views.

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The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 1126 Ocean Boulevard
8.83 km (5.5 mi) from Fort Sumter National Monument

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Fishing Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Internet services

Experience the historic yet modern city of Charleston

Charleston is one city that embraces both history and modernity while throwing in some beautiful natural attractions. Choose among the accommodations on this list, as your first step to enjoying a relaxing holiday in this southern city.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Melanie is a freelance travel writer. She considers freelancing for Trip 101 to be a combination of two of the things she loves: writing and traveling. She has gone sightseeing with family,...Read more

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