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HarbourView Inn
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HarbourView Inn

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
The price is $237
includes taxes & fees
$208 per night
Jan 13 - Jan 14
HarbourView Inn
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The Dock Street Theatre is Charleston's last surviving hotel from the antebellum period. The silhouette of its wrought iron balcony against the spire of St. Philip's church may be the single most photographed spot in the city. The main portion of the building was constructed around 1809 as Planter's Hotel. The hotel was built by Alexander Calder and his wife, who did so by renovating several pre-existing buildings at the site. The main entrance may not have been built until 1855 by J.W. Gamble. The hotel was used extensively by planters from the midlands of South Carolina, who traveled to Charleston during horse-racing season. It was noted for its wonderful food and drinks during this era, and the South's famous Planter's Punch may have originated here. Guests to the hotel passed through the recessed porch with brownstone columns, into the lobby, and up a grand staircase that ascended to a drawing room. While much of the interior has been altered, these elements of the antebellum hotel remain and were adapted in subsequent uses of the building. A series of additions to the hotel throughout the 19th and 20th centuries can be easily identified by differences in brick coloration. This theater is said to have been the first building built specifically for theatrical performances in America. Planter's Hotel occasionally housed one of the city's theatrical troupes, which performed at the nearby New Theatre during the mid-19th century. The most notable actor of this troupe was Junius Brutus Booth. Booth was the patriarch of an outstanding family of actors, which included John Wilkes Booth, President Lincoln's assassin. Junius Booth, who stayed at the Planter's Hotel, allegedly tried to kill his manager here in 1838. Today the Dock Street Theatre is home to the Charleston Stage Company, South Carolina's largest professional theater production company, and houses the city's Cultural Affairs office as well as The City Gallery, an exhibition space for local artists.

Dock Street Theater

If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Dock Street Theater in Downtown Charleston. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, The Riviera Theater, Footlight Players, and The Black Fedora are all a short walk away.

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  • The Meeting Street Inn is a reasonably-priced hotel near Thomas Elfe House and offers a free continental breakfast, a free daily manager’s reception, and free in-room WiFi.
  • The Quarters on Vendue is another low-cost option just steps away.
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What are the best hotels close to Thomas Elfe House with free breakfast?
  • You can begin your day with a free continental breakfast at French Quarter Inn, which is steps from Thomas Elfe House.
  • The Meeting Street Inn, also recommended, is just steps away and offers free breakfast.
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What are the best luxury hotels near Thomas Elfe House?
  • Pamper yourself with a stay at Planters Inn, which is a short walk from Thomas Elfe House. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Grill 225 and has an outdoor pool.
  • A second luxurious choice is The Charleston Place, which is 5 minutes away on foot.
What are the best hotels near Thomas Elfe House with free parking?
  • Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at 20 South Battery, which offers free valet parking. You’ll be a 12-minute walk from Thomas Elfe House.
  • Wentworth Mansion also has free parking and is 15 minutes away on foot.
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What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Thomas Elfe House?
  • Sights like Charleston City Market, College of Charleston, and South Carolina Aquarium are in the area near Thomas Elfe House.
  • Other places in the area are Patriots Point, Medical University of South Carolina, and North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center.