The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits

Simple rooms & dorms in an airy hostel with a shared kitchen & living room, plus laundry facilities. Off I-26, this bright hostel is 2 miles from Hampton Park, 1 mile from the South Carolina Aquarium and the waterfront, and 8 miles from the Charleston train station. Laid-back dorms have bunk beds, lockers and free Wi-Fi. Straightforward private rooms are also available; some add sitting areas. Bathrooms are shared, except for 2 upgraded rooms that have private or en suite facilities. Parking is complimentary. Other amenities include a shared kitchen and laundry facilities. There's also a communal living room.

Elegant, period B&B offering romantic, uniquely decorated rooms & continental breakfast. In a romantic 1843 building in an upscale neighborhood, this B&B is across the street from White Point Garden and the Battery seawall, and 0.1 miles from the Calhoun Mansion. There are 11 uniquely styled rooms with period decor, and private entrances and bathrooms, as well as free Wi-Fi and TVs. Many have 4-poster beds (some with canopies) and French doors, while some have whirlpool tubs. Children age 12 and over are welcome. Continental breakfast is served either in guestrooms or under a rose arbor in the garden. Refreshments and evening wine receptions are also offered.

Locally sourced beef & sustainable seafood in an elegantly renovated historic bank building.

Nestled in Charleston’s historic district, this cozy cafe is your go-to for delectable house-made desserts, creamy milkshakes, and specialty brews.

Massive aquarium with interactive exhibits & hundreds of creatures, including many native species.

Upscale lodging offering refined rooms, plus free champagne upon check-in, breakfast & loaner bikes. Set in a striking building in Charleston's historic downtown, this elegant hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Charleston City Market. The refined rooms feature 40-inch flat-screens and Blu-Ray/DVD players, plus iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, minifridges and designer toiletries. Suites add living areas with pull-out sofas, and some also include fireplaces and private terraces. In-room spa treatments can be arranged for a fee. Free perks include continental breakfast, plus champagne upon arrival, wine and cheese receptions, and loaner bikes. There's also a DVD library and a gift shop. Valet parking is available for a surcharge.

Face-lifted historic street with fashion boutiques, antiques stores, galleries & hip restaurants.

Nestled in historic downtown Charleston, this sophisticated hotel offers modern Southern charm, elegant rooms, a rooftop pool, and exceptional service, making it the ultimate getaway.

Chubby Fish is a cozy neighborhood gem serving inventive seafood dishes and a curated wine list, renowned for its impressive flavors and vibrant atmosphere.