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20 South Battery

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near White Point Gardens

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Lathers Suite
Garden

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, White Point Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Blacklock-Ravenel King

Blacklock-Ravenel King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Battery Carriage House Suite | Living area

Battery Carriage House Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows

Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Lathers Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Battery Carriage House - Classic

Battery Carriage House - Classic

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Simonds Suite | Garden view

Simonds Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Stevens Classic

Stevens Classic

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle-Frost King

Pringle-Frost King

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle Suite | Garden view

Pringle Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Charleston

Heart of Charleston.With a stay at this Charleston Historic District B&B, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of White Point Gardens and 2 miles (3 km) of College of Charleston. Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • White Point Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • College of Charleston - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Charleston - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 20 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sorelle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blind Tiger Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Vendue - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Millers All Day - ‬9 min walk

About this property

20 South Battery

3-star B&B near White Point Gardens
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at 20 South Battery. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of 20 South Battery was completed in September 2020.

This 3-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1843
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
20 South Battery offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 2.5 percent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Battery Carriage House Inn Charleston
Battery Carriage House Inn
Battery Carriage House Charleston
Battery Carriage House
1843 Battery Carriage House Hotel Charleston
1843 Battery Carriage House Inn b&b
Battery Carriage House Inn
20 South Battery Charleston
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast Charleston

Reviews

20 South Battery Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 225 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This historic home made our stay unique. It was clean and comfortable. The staff her very kind and welcoming and informative. Complimentary room service breakfast was an added benefit. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful 1840’s home
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Atlantic Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Abby gave us a wonderful tour of the history! Beautiful & comfortable. We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana, Aiken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience. Ryan and Richard were so kind and helpful. We were made to feel so welcome. The room and public areas were spotless. Check in and check out was quick and easy. Will stay here every time I return to Charleston. Thank you so much for making our anniversary weekend trip so special!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Otfried, Oswego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old house which is maintained by people that appreciate its beauty and history. My wife and I spent our anniversary here and explored Charleston after we hadn’t been here in years. This place added to the occasion with wonderful staff and beautiful accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time in Charleston and the room was the cherry on the Top! After a long day walking the bed was so comfortable, the room was nice and cool! Also, we could have just hung out at the hotel and had a great time, it was a museum of wonderful antiques, amazing. The breakfast was outstanding and the Host were fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily, ALEXANDRIA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place !! It had everything…great location, beautiful old mansion, clean comfortable rooms and an amazing staff!! This was our first visit to Charleston and we experienced southern hospitality at its best!! We would 100% stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would do so again!

If you are looking for a historical perspective and place to stay, this is definitely the place!! A small tour upon checking in, and a room that is a part of history!! Close to everything and right on the Battery!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bona, Oakland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
excellent propo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Check in was great. Interesting property. 5:00 reception charcuterie board was very good but BYOB as no alcohol was available gratis or otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

denice

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selenia, Gilbertsville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are phenomenal. We received a text prior to check-in with specific details to ensure check-in went smoothly. Be sure to complete the tour early in your stay, especially if you're staying in a ground floor suite. I appreciated the focus on hydration as Charleston is warm in June. The on-street parking worked well as most of the available spots opened after 4:00 p.m.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025