14 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels In Charleston, South Carolina - Updated 2024

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Charleston, South Carolina, has won several awards for being one of the best cities to visit. Locals-only hideouts are a must-visit, as many are touristy places. Charleston is known for its food, its people, shopping malls and the warmth-filled service that they render to its tourists. Apart from the fantastic restaurants lined along the beautiful palmetto palm-lined avenues, there are several festivals that take place in the city that you should be a part of. Popular festivals include the Lowcountry Oyster Festival and the MOJA Arts Festival. Visit the Battery Promenade, Waterfront Park or Charleston Harbor to take in a good view of the Charleston Harbour and experience the historical aura of Fort Sumter.

If you are visiting for a long or short-term stay and you have a beloved pet that you cannot leave behind, we have you covered. Listed below are the best pet-friendly hotels in Charleston, South Carolina.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.

1. The Ryder Hotel (from USD 315)

The Ryder Hotel is strategically located in the Charleston Historic District with several touristy attractions nearby. Along with many shopping options in the neighbourhood, you can visit the Charleston Museum and South Carolina Aquarium with your loved ones. This 3-star hotel near the Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal is close to Charleston City Market as well.

Water sports activities such as jet skiing and kayaking can also be done in the vicinity. Have a relaxed evening with your beloved and hang out at the poolside bar or sip a coffee at the cafe. Keep up with your fitness schedule by using the 24-hour gym. Enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant and a cook-to-order breakfast daily at additional charges.

This dog-friendly hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, allows pets at 100 USD additional charges per dog. You can get up to two dogs of 88 lbs (39.92 kgs) each.

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The Ryder Hotel

Address: 237 Meeting Street
330 meters (0.3 ft) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
mattress was comfortable but as for working or relaxing room was not set up for it
Cleanliness:
the ryder hotel was amazing it's a great location and very clean and modern
great stay amazing design super clean and very friendly staff location and amenities are great as well extremely walkable
Location:
perfect girls trip location the little palm/pine is a great location to get drinks and appetizers by the pool
great location that is walking distance from lots of popular sites restaurants etc…
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2. Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton (from USD 312)

This beautiful and dreamy hotel by Hilton is located close to the Charleston City Market, known as the famous shopping district. As a traveller, you can explore the Gibbes Museum of Art, Dock Street Theater and St. Michael’s Episcopal Church. Enjoy watching an event or a game at the TD Arena or Charleston Gaillard Center.

This pet-friendly hotel allows all types of furry pals for a one-time, non-refundable cleaning fee of 200 USD per stay. You can keep up to two pets per room, and they should weigh to 45 lbs (20.41 kgs) only. All pets will be given a Mills House bandana to wear, a pet blanket, and a water/food bowl.

You can access the 24-hours gym to stay in line with your fitness sessions. For a lovely morning, you can sit with your loved ones on the terrace or in the garden area. Guests can also enjoy a full breakfast at additional charges.

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Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Address: 115 Meeting Street
525 meters (0.4 ft) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room was beautiful
Cleanliness:
the staff were great but for$400 a night it should be clean and the bathroom work
Host:
the hotel staff was very welcoming and friendly as were the restaurant staff
everyone was helpful and the atmosphere was perfect for the christmas/ winter holidays
Location:
wonderful property great location and beautiful
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3. La Quinta Inn & Suites - Charleston Riverview (from USD 116)

La Quinta Inn and Suites is very close to the Citadel and Charleston College. The hotel provides access to laundry facilities, 24-hour reception, an outdoor pool and continental breakfast every day. All the rooms feature a flat-screen television with cable and free Wi-Fi. The French Quarter, the Historic Charleston City Market and Hampton Park are only a 10-minute drive away from the hotel. If you’re travelling with family, which includes your dog, you can comfortably lodge here without any trouble.

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La Quinta by Wyndham Charleston Riverview

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 11 Ashley Pointe Drive
3.24 km (2.1 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry

4. Sleep Inn Mt Pleasant (from USD 108)

The guest rooms at the Sleep In Mount Pleasant are 15 minutes away from downtown Charleston and the Medical University of South Carolina. They have cable television, an in-room safe, a coffee maker and a refrigerator. The hotel offers a continental breakfast and free coffee in the lobby and there is also a seasonal outdoor pool. The hotel is only a 15-minute drive from the Medical University of South Carolina and the Charleston Navy Base is quite near the hotel for you to explore. You will be able to do a lot of sightseeing and exploring the cultural heritage of Charleston by visiting the museums, the harbours and the navy base in the area.

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Sleep Inn Mount Pleasant - Charleston

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 299 Wingo Way
3.92 km (2.5 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Fishing Business centre Laundry

5. Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Charleston (from USD 88)

Each of the suites in the Hotel Hawthorn have a kitchenette, two 32-inch flat-screen televisions, a full-sized refrigerator, an en suite and a living area. There is an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, business centre, launderette and a free parking space. A nice hot buffet breakfast is made available to guests and the weekday reception serves all kinds of alcohol and soda, along with snacks. Sullivan’s Island beaches are 15 miles (24.1 km) from here and the Citadel Mall is only 6 minutes away by car, while Charleston International Airport is at a distance of 8.7 miles (14 km).

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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Charleston

Address: 2455 Savannah Highway
11.47 km (7.2 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

6. Belmond Charleston Place (from USD 395)

Belmond Charleston Place provides free Wi-Fi, cable television and an en suite with bathrobes, along with 24-hour room service. The hotel features both an indoor and outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace bar by the deck of the pool, a fitness centre and a full-service spa. There’s also a 24-hour reception service available to guests. The Charleston Grill inside the hotel hosts live jazz concerts and serves modern American cuisine.

This pet-friendly hotel in Charleston’s Historic District is close to The Peninsula Grill, the Old Slave Mart Museum, and the South Carolina Aquarium. Even the Charleston Airport is just a few miles away from the property.

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The Charleston Place

Address: 205 Meeting Street
317 meters (0.2 ft) from Palmetto Carriage Works

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7. Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center (from USD 154)

Each room in this hotel has a living area with a sofa bed, a flat-screen television, an iPod dock and coffee making facilities. Charleston Air Force Base is a four-minute drive away from the hotel and the Tanger Outlet shopping centre and Charleston International Airport are 1.6 km (0.9 miles) away. There’s an indoor pool, fitness and business centres, an on-site laundry facility, the Bakery Cafe, Grab N’ Go snack bar and the Guest Kitchen that offers pizzas, sandwiches and salads.

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Hyatt Place Charleston Airport / Convention Center

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 3234 West Montague Avenue
12.36 km (7.7 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms

8. Best Western Sweetgrass Inn (from USD 124)

The Best Western Sweetgrass Inn is located only 3 miles (4.8 km) from the South Carolina Historic District. There is an outdoor pool with a huge deck where guests can lounge and relax with family or friends. Bessinger’s, which serves amazing barbecue dishes, is only a few steps away from the hotel. The hotel has also been newly renovated, so you might want to try its services out if you are looking for good food, a relaxing stay, great sightseeing opportunities and a good time with family, including the furry member.

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Best Western Charleston Inn

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

Address: 1540 Savannah Highway
7.66 km (4.8 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Pets allowed Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing Business centre Laundry

9. Quaint yet stylish two-bedroom house for four close to Downtown Charleston (from USD 355)

Quaint yet stylish two-bedroom house for four close to Downtown Charleston This 1,000 sqft (92 sqm) home boasts of a stylish interior and complete with basic amenities like wifi access, flatscreen TV, a spacious and fully equipped kitchen for cooking, as well as two comfy queen-bedrooms with air conditioning to name a few. There are two bathrooms that are clean and functional with a shower, tub, and toilet, as well as toiletries for guests’ full use. Travelers who are coming with their pets are welcome to use the pet-friendly amenities. This lovely beach-themed home has a fireplace, great for cozying up with their furry friends and loved ones after a long day exploring downtown Charleston, just 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from the Patriots Point.

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1.73 km (1.1 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works
85 reviews   Wifi Available
House 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable furnishings and beds
comfortable beds nice kitchen and bathes
being right next door to a bakery was cool to get morning coffee and breakfast
Cleanliness:
this place is the best - extremely clean and comfortable
we spent 3 nights in this location and it was clean decorated very nicely
Host:
our host was so very helpful and welcoming
owner apologized profusely which was appreciated
lilly was very accommodating and responsive to any questions or requests
owner is super helpful and has a nice small little dog and lives upstairs
lilly is responsive to requests and questions and good at providing privacy despite being right upstairs
Location:
great renovated house and great location
such a great location close to king st
walking distance to a multitude of great restaurants and bars
this place was decorated super cute it was central to a lot of places we could walk to
perfect location for touring charleston on foot
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10. Tasteful newly renovated monochromatic home for four in Old Village (from USD 200)

Tasteful newly renovated monochromatic home for four in Old Village. Consider booking a few nights in a stylish and homey VRBO accommodation that brings guests of four a relaxing stay with all the necessary amenities available. There’s also a spacious yard that’s great for those traveling with dogs, as it is a great place to run around for a round of fetch.

Located near the beach, this pet-friendly hotel in Charleston is also close to some of the most popular dining and shopping establishments in Old Village. Historic landmarks such as Patriots Point is just 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from the house.

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4.97 km (3.1 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works
161 reviews   Wifi Available
House 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
everything was clean as advertised and well put together
the place was clean comfortable and well stocked
the property has been completely updated and was very clean
wonderful location cute and clean condos great communication really fair prices
the beds were comfy and the house was clean and updated
Host:
joe was very responsive and knowledgeable
joe is easy to work with and very responsive when contacted
we had the pleasure of meeting joe personally and couldn't have wished for a more gracious host family
Location:
easy walk to many great restaurants and shopping
the location allows for easy access to all areas of charleston
close to great food and a short ride to charleston
a bonus to this location is that shem's creek is an easy walk
very clean close to a lot of bars/restaurants and not too far from downtown
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11. Days Inn by Wyndham Mt Pleasant-Charleston-Patriots Point (from USD 98)

Right at the base of the Arthur Ravenel Bridge, the Days Inn hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and a private bathroom, as well as a television with cable channels in the rooms. A pet-friendly hotel makes for a place for both you and your furry friends. The USS Yorktown State Park, Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum are no more than a mile (1.6 km) away, while Charleston Airport is only 9.9 miles (15.9 km) from the property. This place makes for a great stay if you want to stay close to the premium attractions of the city.

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Days Inn by Wyndham Mt Pleasant-Charleston-Patriots Point

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 261 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
3.74 km (2.4 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Business centre Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms Internet services Lift Safety deposit box

12. Holiday Inn Express Charleston Downtown - Ashley River (from USD 189)

The Holiday Inn Express Charleston Downtown, located in Charleston city centre, just outside the historic district, is a pet-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool and a sun terrace. Each of the rooms has a flat-screen television, desk, coffee machine, a hairdryer and toiletries in the washroom and some of the rooms also feature a living area. Guests have access to the fitness centre, business centre, 24-hour front desk, cash machine, and gift shop, as well as free parking, also available on site. The Harborage at Ashley Marina and Harmon Field are between 500 to 600 metres (1,640 to 1,968 feet) away from the hotel and the Charleston Airport isn’t too far either.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN -Westedge, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 250 Spring Street
2.61 km (1.7 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry Facilities for disabled guests

13. Hyatt Place North Charleston (from USD 129)

The spacious rooms at the Hyatt Place North Charleston have a 42-inch flat-screen television, sofa bed, desk, seating area and a wet bar with a fridge and coffee maker. There are self-service check-in and check-out kiosks. There is an indoor pool, restaurants and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well. Guests can dine at the 24-hour Guest Kitchen and grab quick desserts from the Grab ‘N Go case or the Bakery Cafe. Only 8 km (5 miles) away are the Charleston Air Force Base and Charleston Southern University, while Charleston International Airport and Magnolia Plantation & Gardens are a 15 to 20 minutes’ drive from the hotel.

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Hyatt Place North Charleston

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2455 Prospect Drive
20.09 km (12.5 mi) from Palmetto Carriage Works

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Business centre Dry cleaning

14. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel and Suites Charleston-Historic District (from USD 169)

This hotel with its luxury suites, each feature a 37-inch television, desk, wet bar, compact fridge and a private bathroom. They even welcome you with a nice chocolate chip cookie. You can relax in the Atrium lounge with a tall craft cocktail and breakfast options include a hot Southern buffet and a continental breakfast - indulge in whatever you like. You can also access their fitness centre, comprised of free weights, treadmills and step machines. You can avail of the valet parking and book meeting rooms, banquets or audio-visual equipment by paying an extra fee. The King Street shopping district, Waterfront Park, the College of Charleston and the Citadel military college are only a few miles away from the hotel.

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Don't leave your pets behind when travelling

You can bring your pets with you if you decide to come to the city, and stop at these pet-friendly hotels in or near North Charleston without worrying about leaving them at home. Roam around and explore with your whole family, your pet included, and enjoy a luxurious stay at these luxurious places to stay in Charleston, South Carolina.

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