King Charles Inn - Historic Charleston Hotel

Welcome to the Best Western King Charles Inn, ideally located on Meeting Street in the heart of Historic Charleston South Carolina. Our non-smoking boutique historic Charleston hotel is the only Best Western in Downtown Charleston within walking distance from Charleston's finest restaurants and antique shops, just a block away from the famous Market.

The Best Western King Charles Inn is a great lodging choice for corporate business travelers and leisure travelers alike. Our non-smoking Charleston hotel offers a convenient downtown location, unique surroundings and décor, and provides premium accommodations, generous amenities and gracious hospitality. Stay with us and you'll find that Historic Charleston and many of its major attractions are just minutes away.

The history of the Best Western King Charles Inn itself comprises a significant part of the area's exciting past. Originally named The Pavilion Hotel (circa 1830), it was the gathering spot of area artists, writers and craftsmen. Edgar Allen Poe chose the hotel as his weekly retreat while a soldier stationed at Fort Moultrie. Today The Best Western King Charles Inn maintains this significant historical ambiance, while providing its guests with premium services and amenities.

Our downtown Charleston Best Western Hotel is within walking distance to everything in the historic district. This includes the battery, King Street Antique mall, the famous Charleston Market, Charleston carriage tours, Charleston ghost tours, and even Marion Square. Our accommodations are just a short walk from everything Charleston has to offer including fine dining, luxury shopping and entertainment.