Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 15 per day, which includes in/out privileges.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is available for a fee, approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 9.95 for children. It is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features elevators, a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, and limited wheelchair-accessible rooms. There is also a stair-free path to the entrance and visual alarms in hallways.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the heart of Charleston, within a 5-minute drive of the College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. It is approximately 2.3 miles from the South Carolina Aquarium and 9.9 miles from the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor pool available for guests. Specific operational hours are not provided, but it is accessible during the hotel's open hours.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront

Average nightly price at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$135
February	US$210
March	US$307
April	US$309
May	US$322
June	US$234
July	US$195
August	US$183
September	US$225
October	US$263
November	US$219
December	US$150

What guests think

Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offers scenic marina views and consistently friendly service, but its waterfront location is not very walkable and periodic renovations or closures have affected amenities like the rooftop bar, pool, restaurant, and fitness center.

Rooms are often comfortable with balconies or harbor views, though several guests noted dated touches, thin walls or highway noise, inconsistent bed comfort, and basic TVs or spotty Wi‑Fi. Cleanliness is frequently praised, but there are recurring reports of stained carpets, missed housekeeping, and occasional maintenance issues. Breakfast and dining feedback is mixed: some enjoyed the food and coffee, while others found options limited or the buffet overpriced. Expect waterfront views and a drive‑first stay, with occasional amenity disruptions.

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Facilities

Facilities impress when open, with a rooftop bar and outdoor pool noted; however, recurring renovations have closed or limited the bar, pool, restaurant and occasionally the fitness center. Free on‑site parking is a plus, but there’s no downtown shuttle.

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Steven

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed there several times. It's clean, close to town, has free parking, and it has a nice view on the roof.

10

Bruce

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and comfortable hotel. Has a nice rooftop bar. Excellent staff. The only negative thing is the food in their restaurant is not very good at all. I would stay again.

6

Frank

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Ice machine , pool never worked. Ate 1 Banana then forced to buy buffet. The hotel is un organized at best

10

Michael

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately when we were there they were doing a massive remodeling project in the halls restaurant front desk pool area. It definitely affected our stay. We had a balcony room which cost more but we were happy with the view and the fact that it was in a more private area of the hotel.

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Wynn

27 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Never told even at check in the hotel was under construction. Fitness center closed which my husband need for his Parkinson’s disease would have stay at VRBO if I knew that. Room was ok bed was not that comfortable which is unlike Hiltons the halls smaller due to construction.Restaurant is really a cafe with limited menu.

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Laura

19 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall it was good. The property is clean but dated looking from the outside. The pool was closed/under construction. The room was fine. It was clean and did the job. Overall it worked for our needs.

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Beth

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We could not use the bar or restaurant due to rennovations and had to go Next door to the Marriot to purchase food and be able to sit down. The pool was sequestered from everything and it felt like the freeway was on top of our heads it was so close.

8

Mary

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great pool area & staff!

8

Ulrike

23 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Quite disappointing that a so-called waterfront hotel has no view of the river, if you don’t have a riverview room. Unfortunately, we had a room with a parking-lot view which was not worth the price. The rooftop terrace, one of the reasons I booked this hotel, was closed for no obvious reason. If you want to go to the historic district, you have to order an Uber, since the hotel doesn‘t offer a shuttle (like the hotel next door) and public transportation is not available.

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Rick

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No operating shower, clogged toilet upon arrival, broken pool chairs with sharp broken protruding screws, no disclosure of extra daily fee for parking on site.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found the hotel and rooms clean, but feedback is inconsistent. Several mention stained carpets, missed housekeeping, bathroom issues (e.g., mold or hair), and construction dust or odors.

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Dominic

5 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,330 nights

Asked if I would be willing to change type of room I reserved since they needed it. We agreed. When we entered room there was dead roach on the floor and what looked like dead roach parts and oil stains on the bathroom tile. I called desk and someone came and swept and mopped. We slept with the light on both nights to kept bugs away Cost was high compared to the quality and upkeep of the property

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Michael

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel lost internet connection thus no Wifi from one afternoon until check out the next day. All computers (even check in desk) were down. Ice machines were empty. Bathroom shower and ceiling had black mold.

8

Julia

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The view of the water was great. Lots of stains on hallway carpets. Otherwise, everything was good!

10

Bruce

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and comfortable hotel. Has a nice rooftop bar. Excellent staff. The only negative thing is the food in their restaurant is not very good at all. I would stay again.

10

Mark

28 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Cleanliness all around

10

april

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Service was amazing. Very clean. My bed was firmer than what I am accustomed to so didn’t sleep as well but my friends said they slept great.

10

Natalie

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. There was remodeling going on in the lobby which we didn’t know about. We had to find ways around the construction but it was fine. The view from our room was amazing!

10

kevin

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff and clean facility

8

William

4 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was great. Disappointing was the cleanliness of the floors both wooden and carpeting in the lobby.

4

David

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

No soap in attached dispensers, room not cleaned well, there were long hairs on floor in bathroom, dirty carpet, could hear full conversation of room beside us, people were loud in halls, someone was drilling after 9:30 pm we could hear over the tv. Had to move rooms since outside door wouldn’t lock. Hard to get in & out of hotel with traffic

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Rooms

Rooms range from spacious with balconies and great harbor views to dated or noisy spaces. Common issues include inconsistent bed comfort, basic TVs and spotty Wi‑Fi, occasional maintenance problems, and noise from corridors or the rooftop area.

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Colleena

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property is located between 2 highways. Very loud.

6

Ralph

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a terrible room assignment. View of rooftop air conditioners/emergency generators, next to elevators, ice machine and housekeeping storeroom. Friends with us all had a marina view. When questioned, hotel said since I booked through a third party (hotels.com), I would need to pay a fee to upgrade to a better room. They were punishing me for not booking directly through them. Bed was not comfortable at all.

8

Helen

13 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed mattress was not supportive at all. Creaking everything I would turn. Check-in service extremely slow for some reason. Free parking.

8

Linda

14 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The music from the rooftop bar was too loud so finally l asked the front desk to turn it down and within minutes it was down! Thank you Tremika for wonderful service!!

10

Julia

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, a bit further from the action and one of the queen beds was squeaking all not with smallest turn. Considering the great deal we got happy to stay for one night

4

Molly

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our AC wasn’t working in our room and it was very warm. We could not be moved to the same room level, and all that was offered was downgrading to 2 queen beds instead of 2 queens a pullout coach.

10

Kristine

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hilton Waterfront was the perfect palette for our mom/daughter weekend! Lovely pool to relax in. Easy and low cost Uber's into Charleston and back. ($5 per ride). Gorgeous room with patio to view the fountain and Marina! Early check-in request was honored as well. Thanks very much!!

8

Leanne

4 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful, friendly staff who were so helpful. Great clean hotel. Internet was very spotty and had difficulties connecting and maintaining the connection

8

Morris

25 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The WiFi was unreliable as was the TV. the channel selection and lack of streaming was unfortunate!

10

Diane

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a very large room with two queen beds. It was very nice and had my number one request, a Keurig!

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, accommodating and professional, with several shout‑outs to front‑desk staff and easy early check‑ins. Occasional lapses include slow or inconsistent check‑in, housekeeping misses, and miscommunication about room types or ongoing work.

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Sterling

26 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent check in experience from Johnathan. Great property and awesome guest services

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kelly

20 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed at this hotel over the weekend with my mother and daughter. Paid $1000 for two nights and the hotel was very disappointing. Found the staff at check-in to be less than stellar. I was never given a parking pass, the room was not cleaned after the first night, fresh towels were never brought to the room, or the dirty ones picked up. And even though I paid extra for the pet fee because the hotel was pet friendly… My dog was kicked out of the hotel lobby area by one of the staff members. I could have stayed at a Holiday Inn or an Econolodge, and had the same type of stay for a fraction of the price. I have always put Hilton Hotels up on a pedestal, but this one is rock bottom.

10

april

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Service was amazing. Very clean. My bed was firmer than what I am accustomed to so didn’t sleep as well but my friends said they slept great.

6

Michelle

6 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff is amazing, but had to ask for housekeeping to come after being skipped. Food was just okay. Nothing within walking distance, no courtesy shuttles to downtown.

10

John-Denise

18 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff service; was able to check in early with my elderly father with no problems. Had drinks and dinner at the hotel, and there is only one bartender/server as others called out and she was most excellent without complaining or losing her smile the whole time.

6

Tammy

6 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed a few days. Price changes constantly. We expect that but we get different info on where to get best rate. Staff has been great except woman who checked us in this stay. First name started with E. They are doing extensive renovations and place is a mess. Everyone else was thankful for business and apologizing for mess except this woman.

10

Kirby

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The young man who checked me in was amazing. I regret I did not get his name to put it in this review. He was truly an asset to your team

10

Gina

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at the front desk was amazing, Looking forward to future visits.

10

Trenton

9 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Concierge staff was wonderful. They provided an early checkin several hours before the promised time… on our wedding day! Big win. Really helped relieve stress before the ceremony.

10

Raven

27 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff is super friendly and accommodating. There were some guests in front of me that had gave them a good run for their money with unusually demanding requests and theu handled.it spectacularly. The hotel is in a good location. Close to downtown but within a quick uber ride away. The free parking garage is amazing. The hotel is clean, well-appointed and restaurant is good for breakfast and dinner. I would definitely stay here again when visiting Charleston

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Location

Scenic waterfront setting with pleasant marina views, but it’s generally not walkable to the historic center and sits near highways. Most guests drove or used rideshares for downtown access.

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Colleena

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property is located between 2 highways. Very loud.

8

Kathleen

29 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful spot but not as close to things as I had hoped. Would suggest having a car if staying here. Hotel lobby was being remodeled so was unable to enjoy the benefits of the hotel lobby, lounge and restaurant. Staff was very friendly. Hotel was very clean.

8

Chris

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice to be close to downtown but on the harbor overlooking a marina. Easy access to all the great food, drinks, attractions, and nightlife Charleston has to offer.

8

Julia

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was fine but the position was not good for getting to the historic town.

8

Julianne

26 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I would’ve hoped for a water view room for the money, and the property was not super walkable to shopping or restaurants.

10

Todd

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was kind, courteous and cordial. Location was within a short drive of everything but walking not so much.

10

Carole

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel itself is very nice. The location isn't great for tourists. You have to drive or Uber everywhere. You can't even walk along the waterfront.

10

stacey

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great, great location

10

Richard

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice clean hotel. A bit far out of downtown to walk,but Uber only 10 12 dollars Rooftop bar nice at sunset

8

Elizabeth

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Would benefit from a shuttle bus to central/historic area.

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Dining

Dining is inconsistent: many liked breakfast, coffee and some dinners, while others found the buffet average or overpriced and menus limited. The rooftop bar is enjoyable when open, but availability and hours have varied.

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matthew

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place. Breakfast not worth what they charge, but otherwise a solid place to stay

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Mark

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Your property was so quiet!! We slept so well. Your front desk help was extremely friendly. Your pool was perfect for my lap swimming. Parking was so convenient. Breakfast options were amazing.

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Steve and Tracey

28 Jun 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Rooftop was closed entire time we were there. The waterfront looked accessable from photos but there was none. Also the breakfast service was 20 min or more late everyday. Price for said service was 18 dollars per person. Food often sat out before service. It was ok but we hoped for better. Free parking was nice. Ended up paying more than expected. Price quoted in app was not price I got.

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Bruce

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and comfortable hotel. Has a nice rooftop bar. Excellent staff. The only negative thing is the food in their restaurant is not very good at all. I would stay again.

8

Mark

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice property and great view of harbor. Breakfast in dining room not great.

10

Alexandra

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is incredible: right on the water for gorgeous views, and within walking distance of downtown/historic Charleston. The breakfast buffet was the best we've had at a hotel! And the staff was very nice about letting us use the omelet fixings for our scrambled eggs. The coffee was good too, and we are picky! The whole hotel is clean, light, and visually appealing. The only minor comment I would make is to jazz up the rooftop bar (another GREAT selling point for the hotel!), but I understand that will be taken care of in the upcoming renovation. Can't wait to see it next time we come visit from Massachusetts!

10

Paul

10 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Over-all we had a fun stay. Breakfast was good but expensive as all get out! Definitely would not eat there again.

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Joyce

11 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was not convenient to downtown as advertised. The rooftop bar was not open because of a staff shortage. Breakfast was not included As advertised.

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Donna

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was 5 stars. Rooftop bar was lovely. This hotel was on the harbor and we did need to drive downtown but it was a 5 minute drive so no big deal. The hotel was undergoing dining room renovation but the kitchen was still open and provided room service and also to the rooftop bar. Can’t say enough good things about this hotel!

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Tracy

24 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We visited from out of state and since the name is ‘downtown’ we expected it to be closer to the main downtown tourist area but the view was incredible! The only negative I felt was the restaurant doesn’t serve lunch. There was severe weather one day and we were stuck in the room and not having lunch options other than overpriced snacks was frustrating. Other than that I highly recommend this hotel.

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