The Ryder Hotel

Art Deco hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near College of Charleston

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Sat 31 Jan
January 2026
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February 2026
Near Charleston City Market and College of Charleston, The Ryder Hotel offers a vibrant retreat with a poolside bar, coffee shop, and multiple bars. Guests rave about the pool and central location while appreciating helpful staff.
VIP Access
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach towels
  • Valet parking
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
£155
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 97 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Courtyard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Charleston City Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marion Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of Charleston - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Charleston Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Meeting at Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Matador - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little Palm - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of College of Charleston and Port of Charleston. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit the coffee shop/cafe for a bite to eat or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness centre and free bike rentals are other highlights at this Art Deco hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 91 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.45 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Covered on-site valet parking (USD 58 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness centre
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing lessons nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Co-working spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free bike hire
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveller Hot List.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 43.32 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness centre access
    • In-room safe
    • Nearby fitness centre access
    • Pool access
    • Sporting facilities or equipment

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.45 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 58 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ryder Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ryder Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Ryder Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Ryder Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Ryder Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 58 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Ryder Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ryder Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Ryder Hotel like?

The Ryder Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from College of Charleston and 7 minutes' walk from Port of Charleston. The local area is popular for its beaches and our guests say that it is very central.

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The Ryder Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The pool area was a major attraction, featuring a fun and cool atmosphere with great bar service. (61 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant and bar, The Ryder, offered great food, drinks, and exceptional service. (13 reviews)
  • Breakfasts were consistently good and enjoyed at the property's restaurant. (12 reviews)
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Popular mentions

RoomService staffLocationRestaurantDrinksAmbienceBedBarFoodBuilding

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable beds.
Tiffaney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy-eclectic vibe - bar, pool, pool huts were great and our room was large, comfortable and cozy.
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Welcomed with a cold bottle of champagne amd treats in the spotless room. Staff is amazing! Definitely staying here again.
brad, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute hotel with unique decor and wonderful spaces to enjoy. Great location and friendly staff.
Melissa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cool place with extremely friendly staff all around.
ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great design
Holly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Charming decor and the staff were nice and responsive. The room could have been cleaner when we checked in but the staff took care of it right away.
Kathleen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great. We had trouble with the wifi so they moved us to another room with better reception. Room was spotless.
Debra, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with nice amenities.
Lori, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was top-notch at the hotel - the service, decor, and cleanliness. Our only issue was the pervasive aromatics. It was hard to sleep with them, and we were all congested the next day.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Immaculate and adorably decorated. We loved the food and drinks so much we had multiple meals there. Staff was courteous and rooms were super comfortable and cute. Best place for selfies and we had a wonderful girls weekend and 50th birthday celebration
Great bar and drinks and delicious food
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Ryder Hotel was conveniently located and kept clean
Annette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Large room good location
amy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay! Everyone was very nice. Place was clean and food was great
Joscelyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved the location and especially the mattress.
Tom, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a great location for downtown. Centrally located and walking distance to most everything. Hotel was lovely with a boutique style and friendly staff.
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay!!
Cherie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely boutique hotel in a walkable area. Little Palm is attached and a delicious restaurant as well
Rachel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property very convenient to shops and restaurants.
Leah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly welcoming staff. Beautiful property with an excellent location for everything in old city. The rooms are well appointed and lovely, quiet as well. A small refrigerator would be an excellent addition. We stay at this beautiful property whenever we are in town
Craig, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute boutique hotel! Great, Friendly staff
Adriana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous hotel in a cute and safe area
Sole, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pool area and location
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our girls trip at the Ryder Hotel. The staff was friendly. Addy at Little Palm was wonderful! We would definitely stay here again. Great location!
Amanda, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The customer service at the Ryder Hotel was excellent! The hotel was clean and in a convenient location.
Virginia, 3-night trip