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Kings Courtyard Inn

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near College of Charleston

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Courtyard
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Courtyard
Miscellaneous
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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198 King Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • College of Charleston
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Charleston

Charleston Historic District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Charleston Historic District hotel, you'll find College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Port of Charleston and Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Charleston City Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port of Charleston - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Azur - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Black Door - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kings Courtyard Inn

3-star historic hotel near College of Charleston
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the historic Kings Courtyard Inn. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1854
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Kings Courtyard Inn offers 41 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 17 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 17.00 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Kings Courtyard Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 928 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Very nice stay at a very historic city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Great Property

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With so much history around Charleston, this Inn only added to the experience. Felt we were back in time, but also modernized to accommodate today's data needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, beautiful courtyard, friendly and accommodating staff, wine tasting for the guests, brandy tasting on certain days, more than enough towels in the room, and such a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was nece and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful old property, convenient walk to many attractions and wonderful restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Did I just stumble up on the best hotel in town?

This little hidden gem of an historic hotel is tucked away in THE PERFECT location. Out the front door is King Street, with all the big name shops. Out the back door, across the small lot where your car is parked, the Charleston market is only a short two minutes away. You are truly in the middle of everything, with no need to move your car unless you want to go to the beach or leave the historic district. The hotel itself is stunning. Hospitality is as Southern as it gets, with breakfast in the morning, wine and cheese reception in the evening, and a sherry night cap before bed, all complimentary. The room was unbelievably spacious and comfortable. The option to light the gas fire place was a nice touch. Every employee we spoke to was so kind and helpful. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot in a great location, very walkable. The staff were wonderful, we would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

Great place

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

Perfect Charming Stay for a Mother/Daughter trip.

We took this trip to Charleston as a mother daughter senior trip. After being indecisive in choosing an inn or hotel, we finally decided on the Kings Courtyard Inn. We ended up being so happy with our decision. The whole place was so charming. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. We had a couple of extra little “wishes” and they made them happen. The room (2 double beds) was perfect and larger than I felt like the photos made them seem. Very clean. We were very pleasantly surprised by the warm breakfast options that were brought to us each morning with no extra charge. We will definitely be back. 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas, South Burlington

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If you gave the option for half stars I would give this place a 2.5 star rating. The hotel itself was ok but the rooms had paper thin walls and you can hear anyone in the next rooms or above easily as well as anyone walking by the room. The fountains outside could be heard and it was load. I mentioned this to the front desk person and she agreed that the walls were thin but said people in surrounding rooms would be gone the next night as the place had emptied out that day. The noise from the fountains and people walking by continued again the next night. I was even offered another quieter room away from the noise. In addition parking there had a barrier and I had to park for 15 or so minutes at a closed bank parking. After I walked into the hotel and got directions on how to access the parking lot o went back to the car to move it and was greeted by a ticket cop who issued me a $50 ticket. Seemed a little strange being in an empty bank parking spot for only a short time. I told the hotel front desk and asked if they would take care of it as access to their lot was blocked. Their manager only covered the equivalent of $35 of the fee. If a hotel has a parking area defined that is public they should make sure access is available to guests and not have guests jump through hoops. Below average service considering the three strikes I encountered in my experience. So 2.5 rating and I wouldn’t go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMY, PALM CITY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Very convient! Great breakfast, afternoon wine, and evening sherry!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven .R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, clean rooms, helpful staff. Our favorite was the free wine and cheese hour, room service, and they even had umbrellas when it was raining. Parking is just in the back of the inn. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Lomita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Kings Courtyard!! It was quaint, clean and comfortable. Breakfast delivered to our door and a fireplace were so fantastic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was lovely but faced King Street. Noise from the street, especially music from the oyster bar across the street, was excessive. Hotel staff were very nice but offered nothing to compensate for our inability to sleep and my having to cross the street to bar, at night, and personnaly ask manager to turn the music down.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Loved King's Courtyard

We found the King's Courtyard Inn to be exactly what we needed with kind and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and overall room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little hotel very centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
property very well kept
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice touches included in stay including wine hour and complimentary breakfast. Amazing location, staff, loved the feel of the building. Beautiful 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025