Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel
146 Lockwood DriveCharleston, SC 29403-5102
Nightly Rates: ($325.00 - $341.67)
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Hotel Description:
Getaway to this Downtown Charleston hotel and enjoy a relaxing setting near beaches, cafes filled with local cuisine, area tours and unique boutiques. Located near historic downtown Charleston, our property offers access to so many of the area's attractions. Guests traveling for leisurely trips will delight in visiting Citadel Museum, Charleston City Marina, South Carolina Children's Museum, South Carolina Aquarium and Fort Sumter Tours. If you're looking for recreational activities, this Charleston hotel is close to Trophy Lake Water Sports Center, Brittlebank Park, Joe Riley Stadium and James Island County Park. The area also offers lots of unique shopping at Market Street, King Street, Mount Pleasant Towne Center and Citadel Mall. Nine wonderful restaurants are also within two miles of this downtown Charleston hotel. Those traveling on business are ensured a productive trip, as the Medical University of South Carolina, Port of Charleston, Boeing and Charleston Air Force Base are all nearby. Enjoy a comfortable stay in our well-appointed guest rooms or suites, all offering free wireless Internet, a refrigerator, a gourmet coffeemaker and cable or satellite television. Wake up to either an exciting view of the city or a serene view of the river, as well as a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast or hot breakfast buffet. Unwind by splashing around in the outdoor pool with sundeck and cabana at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel. Guests love that this pet-friendly downtown Charleston hotel also offers many other amenities, making their stay convenient and pleasant. Enjoy access to a 24-hour exercise facility, guest laundry, a 24-hour business center, a convenience store, free parking and complimentary newspapers. A great meal is never far away, as our property also boasts a full-service, onsite restaurant, the Sweetgrass Gathering Place. For a wonderful trip to Charleston, reserve a stay at BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel today.
Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Native currency: American Dollars
Number of floors: 8
Number of rooms: 153
Number of suites: 2
Time zone: EST
Restaurants:
Grill 225: 1.50 mile(s) from Grill 225, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, this upscale restaurant serves 100% USDA prime beef and seafood. While there, visit the rooftop bar and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city and the Ravenel Bridge.Blossom: 2.00 mile(s) from Blossom, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, known for its seafood, Blossom is a one of a kind restaurant. Enjoy courtyard dining or dine in the light airy dining area. From seafood to pizza to amazing desserts, this in
39 Rue de Jean: 1.00 mile(s) from 39 Rue de Jean, Full Service, French, Open for: lunch, dinner, enjoy a delicious meal at this cozy french restaurant. Brunch is served on Sunday.
California Dreaming: 0.70 mile(s) from California Dreaming, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, a family favorite located on the Ashley River offering a variety of seafood, steaks and salads.
Marina Variety Store: 0.50 mile(s) from Marina Variety Store, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, enjoy delicious seafood and a selection of local favorite dishes while watching the boats come and go from the Charleston City Marina.
Hominy Grill: 1.00 mile(s) from Hominy Grill, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, eat inside or out on the cozy patio with Southern specialities and brunch served on Saturday and Sunday. A local favorite.
Basil: 1.00 mile(s) from Basil, Full Service, International, Open for: lunch, dinner, this trendy Thai restaurant serves a great variety of delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts.
Sapphire: Adjacent to Sapphire, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, offers a wide range of meat, seafood and unique dishes cooked on wood-fired ovens
Pearlz: 2.00 mile(s) from Pearlz, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, this fun, trendy restaurant is where to go for oysters. Don't miss their happy hour where prices on many items are cut in half.
Sweetgrass Gathering Place: Sweetgrass Gathering Place, on premises, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, dinner, featuring good food and good drinks. Offers lowcountry cuisine, daily happy hour specials, and a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning.
Recreation:
Cardiovascular exercise - EXCKOTOutdoor pool - OUTDOOR POOL
River - 0.70 mile(s) from California Dreaming, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, a family favorite located on the Ashley River offering a variety of seafood, steaks and salads.
Beach - 11.00 mile(s) from Isle of Palms Beach
Sunbathing - Sunbathing, pool deck
Pool - Outdoor pool sundeck and cabana located outside
Weightlifting - Weight lifting equipment
Room Info:
1 KING BED: King bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Refrigerator, Meal included: full American breakfast1 KING BED: King bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Refrigerator, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS: Queen bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Coffee/Tea maker, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS: Queen bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Meal included: full American breakfast
SUITE-1 KING BED: King bed, Non-smoking, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS: Queen bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Coffee/Tea maker, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS: Queen bed, Non-smoking, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS: Queen bed, Non-smoking, Meal included: full American breakfast
Meeting Facilities:
Accommodates up to: 100: Accommodates up to: 100Hotel Amenities:
(additional fees may apply to certain amenities)- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Bell staff/porter
- Coffee/Tea maker
- Conference facilities
- Data port
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Hairdryer
- Ice machine
- Meeting rooms
- Onsite laundry
- Pool
- Safe
- Voice mail
- AM/FM radio
- Alarm clock
- Business center
- Complimentary breakfast
- Connecting rooms
- Desk
- Express check-out
- Front desk
- High speed internet access
- Interior corridors
- Microwave
- Outdoor parking
- Recreational vehicle parking
- Safe deposit box
- Wake-up calls
- Accessible facilities
- All public areas non-smoking
- Cable television
- Complimentary full american breakfast
- Cribs
- Elevators
- Fax service
- Gift/News stand
- High speed internet connection
- Ironing board
- Multilingual staff
- Outdoor pool
- Refrigerator
- Security
- Wheel chair access
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Cocktail lounge
- Complimentary in-room coffee or tea
- Data port
- Executive floor
- Free local calls
- Hair dryer
- High speed wireless
- Late check-out available
- Non-smoking rooms (generic)
- Photocopy center
- Restaurant
- Truck parking
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Location Description:
From: Interstate 26. Exit 221A will merge onto US Highway 17 South. Travel approximately one mile, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel is located on the right, after Arby s fast food restaurant. From: Highway 17 south. Follow US Highway 17 South into Charleston. US 17 South will cross over a large bridge (Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge). At the foot of the bridge, continue traveling on US 17 South for about one mile. The Follow US Highway 17 North into Charleston. Cross over the Ashley River Bridge. While on the bridge, travel in the second from the right lane and exit onto Lockwood. At the stoplight, turn left onto Lockwood Boulevard going north. Follow Lockwood Boulevard under the bridge, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel entrance is on the right. Charleston Downtown Hotel will be on the right, after Arby s fast food restaurant. From: Highway 17 north. Follow US Highway 17 North into Charleston. Cross over the Ashley River Bridge. While on the bridge, travel in the second from the
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USS Yorktown,5.98 mile(s) from USS Yorktown, Naval ship
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Hunley Submarine6.26 mile(s) from Hunley Submarine
Children's Museum1.68 mile(s) from Children's Museum
Attractions & Areas of Interest Near Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel:
Addison Hatfield Gallery
Arts of the Ashley
Audubon Gallery
Elizabeth O'Neill Verner Gallery
Penn's Art Gallery
Pink House Gallery
Thomas Kinkade Gallery
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
American Military Museum
Avery Research Center
Charleston Museum
Confederate Museum
Drayton Hall Museum
Edmondston-Alston House
Gibbes Museum of Art
Karpeles Manuscript Library
Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
Powder Magazine
Shipwrecks and Pirates Museum
Guest Ratings & Reviews for Best Western Plus Charleston Downtown Hotel:
Cleanliness: 5.5 - Staff: 4.7 - Location: 6.7
Dec. 11, 2009
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Oct. 21, 2009
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May. 1, 2009
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bit disorganized, some things not in good condition.
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Apr. 24, 2009
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Apr. 23, 2009
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We arrived after 10pm coming from a wedding in NC. The parking lot was nearly full and so it to a while for us to park. We were greeted at the desk politely and were quickly checked in. We had a king room. The room itself was decorated nicely. Usually you...Read More
Apr. 16, 2009
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