Handy and Hot

Nestled in Charleston, this cozy spot features a fresh, seasonal menu accompanied by creative cocktails and a great selection of wines and craft beers.

Southern-style breakfast, seafood-focused lunch & dinner, in a waterside diner serving since 1963.

Ornate, circa-1808 home known for its "free-flying" 3-story spiral staircase, with guided tours.

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 a beautifully preserved 19th-century mansion, this upscale hotel in Charleston offers plush rooms, a luxe spa, and top-notch service, all with a dash of Southern charm.

Bustling sports tavern & American grill with an upbeat atmosphere, plus karaoke & comedy nights.

At Pink Bellies in Charleston, experience a vibrant mix of modern charm and bold, artfully crafted Vietnamese dishes that keep diners coming back for more.

Nestled in a historic 1844 building, this refined Charleston hotel merges Southern charm with posh dining and a stunning courtyard garden.

Refined, uniquely appointed rooms, plus a rooftop bar, wine receptions, and nightly milk & cookies. This art-filled boutique hotel in the French Quarter is housed in a collection of historic warehouses, some dating from the 1780s. Waterfront Park, East Bay Street and Rainbow Row are all within a 5-minute walk. Elegant rooms feature antique or reproduction furniture, and include flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Some have feather beds, fireplaces and walk-in showers. Free perks include tours of the hotel's exhibited artwork (there are over 300 pieces of original art and an artist in residence), plus wine receptions and nightly cookies. A restaurant serves dinner, plus there's a rooftop bar, a lounge serving lunch and dinner, and event space.