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The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco Charleston hotel in Downtown Charleston with bars
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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • College of Charleston
    4 min walk
  • Shops at Charleston Place
    4 min walk
  • Marion Square
    6 min walk
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    19 min drive

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Charleston

A stay in Charleston awaits you at The Ryder Hotel, a recipient of the prestigious Conde Nast Hot List award in 2022. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Charleston hotel include Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Waterfront Park.

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Charleston City Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TBonz Gill & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hank's Seafood - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Art Deco Charleston hotel in Downtown Charleston with bars
The Ryder Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a meeting room and coworking spaces. The Ryder Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Ryder Hotel was completed in April 2021.

This Art Deco Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1985
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Ryder Hotel offers 91 accommodations with a safe and complimentary dressing gowns. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveller Hot List.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1985
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.52 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.52 per cent

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
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ryder Hotel?

The Ryder Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ryder Hotel?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ryder Hotel on 27 Nov 2024 start from AU$272.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Ryder Hotel?

Yep, The Ryder Hotel has covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 49 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Ryder Hotel?

The closest beach to The Ryder Hotel is Folly Island Beaches (13.9 km).

Does The Ryder Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Ryder Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Ryder Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and 24-hour room service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ryder Hotel.

Does The Ryder Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ryder Hotel?

No, The Ryder Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ryder Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 781 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 781 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 781 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 781 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 781 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love this hotel and have stayed 3 times. The condition is getting increasingly more worn in but they redid the patio area which was nice. Carpet may need to be replaced soon and some of the furniture needs reupholstering in the common areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful experience. They allowed us to check in early. Everyone was so friendly and the property is so cute. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, even more beautiful in person with tons of amenities. Best hotel restaurant and bar that I've ever stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ryder hotel is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at. From the welcoming front desk to super clean room with all amenities. The decor is exquisite!! The pool area and bar are so inviting and beautifully decorated. The restaurant is a 5-star, the chef's creations are delicious. Would highly recommend this hotel over all others when visiting Charleston.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, boutique-sized hotel right in the heart of the city. We loved the cafe, the staff, and the pool! Friendly & helpful staff made the stay even better than imagined! While the rooms weren’t super quiet(due to other guests always talking in the hallways), we found that putting on white noise on (from our phones) worked like a charm!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We would go out all day and come back to an unmade up room, which is annoying. The pool is tiny so if you’re here on a weekend don’t expect to get in it! Room service is very overpriced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cammie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool, fun vibe!
This was the perfect place to take my daughter for an overnight shopping trip. Very hip and fun vibe, rooms were spacious, pool and bar area a happening place for couples and families.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!!!! Rooms were clean, amazing pool and restaurant, and loved renting out items such as the polaroid camera, beach chairs!! Workers were so nice also, can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grayson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Tyder
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice property , good amenities including a pool and free rental items.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice weekend away
Great location. Beautiful hotel with nice restaurants and bar area. Was not impressed with the extra $40 per day amenities fee. With an additional $50 day for parking (self parking is $30 per day a block away).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute trendy spot with all the amenities. They have extra perks that are a nice surprise upon check in. The pool and Little Palm bar was such a fun vibe ! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey, Linden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cute, great room size and close to king street but far enough away so you are way from the bars. Love the retro esthetic of the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caressa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love vibe of this place! Very clean, great decor, Friendly staff. Great outside pool area with comfortable seating and bar area with restaurant indoor and outdoor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dalia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. In a great area! Walking distance to everything. Would have given it 5 stars except for the fact that the fire alarm went off 3 times during our 3 night stay. Which when you’re in the shower when it goes off is not pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to everything, lovely pool, and fun amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024