The 13 Best Charleston Luxury Hotels

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The Best of Charleston: History, Hospitality, and the Refined American South

Charleston needs no introduction. A top luxury tourism destination in the American South, it appeals to food lovers, history buffs, culture aficionados, and golf fanatics. The city moves at a gentle pace, but Charleston rewards those who slow down to truly experience it.

The best luxury hotels in Charleston are concentrated in the historic downtown peninsula—alongside shops, restaurants, and galleries—where the architecture alone warrants an afternoon of unhurried exploring. The pastel antebellum homes, wrought-iron gates, and hidden courtyards are unlike anywhere else in the country.

In May, the Spoleto Festival USA turns the city into a top-tier performing arts hub with two weeks of opera, theater, dance, and chamber music, performed in venues ranging from a 19th-century dock to charming historic churches.

Golfers will find about thirty-six courses within a 20-mile radius, including several luxurious options, such as the iconic (and challenging!) Ocean Course on nearby Kiawah Island—a badge of honor for any serious golfer.

Of course, no matter your reason for visiting Charleston, food will be a highlight. The city has produced multiple decorated chefs and a culinary scene that’s taken Lowcountry cuisine to a level worthy of several Michelin-starred restaurants. After a few days, shrimp and grits might just become your new breakfast of champions.