20 South Battery
$465
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for 20 South Battery
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$465
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at 20 South Battery average $302 in January, the cheapest month, and $496 in April, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $302 |
| February | $348 |
| March | $434 |
| April | $496 |
| May | $459 |
| June | $433 |
| July | $373 |
| August | $313 |
| September | $432 |
| October | $465 |
| November | $397 |
| December | $343 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the l...
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
20 South Battery is centrally located in Charleston, a 1-minute walk from White Point Gardens and 12 minutes by foot from Waterfront Park. This bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Charleston City Market and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Port of Charleston.
What's nearby
The Battery(0.1 miles)
White Point Gardens(0.1 miles)
Calhoun Mansion(0.1 miles)
St. Michael's Episcopal Church(0.5 miles)
Rainbow Row(0.5 miles)
Washington Square(0.5 miles)
Charleston County Historic Courthouse(0.5 miles)
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist(0.6 miles)
Gibbes Museum of Art(0.6 miles)
Waterfront Park(0.6 miles)
Pink House Gallery(0.6 miles)
Dock Street Theater(0.7 miles)
St. Philip's Church(0.7 miles)
Shops at Charleston Place(0.8 miles)
Charleston City Market(0.9 miles)
The nearest major airport is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)(13.9 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Safe-Deposit Box
Garden
Location
20 South Battery, South of Broad, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America
The Battery (0.1 miles)
White Point Gardens (0.1 miles)
Calhoun Mansion (0.1 miles)
St. Michael's Episcopal Church (0.5 miles)
Rainbow Row (0.5 miles)
Washington Square (0.5 miles)
Room options
5
Pringle-Frost King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Simonds Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Battery Carriage House Classic
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Blacklock-Ravenel King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Lathers Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Pringle Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
5
Battery Carriage House Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Stevens Classic
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
350 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Devereux Suite Grand Former Wine Cellar No Windows
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of 20 South Battery
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 268 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
82%
Family
11%
Group
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
20 South Battery delivers an immersive historic-inn experience with museum-like interiors, welcoming staff who lead house tours, a breakfast you order the night before often delivered to rooms, and an evening wine-and-charcuterie reception, all in a scenic, walkable location.
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20 South Battery delivers an immersive historic-inn experience with museum-like interiors, welcoming staff who lead house tours, a breakfast you order the night before often delivered to rooms, and an evening wine-and-charcuterie reception, all in a scenic, walkable location.
Rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with historic decor and pleasant views. A few guests disliked certain ground-floor or carriage-house rooms due to noise, layout, or maintenance quirks, and there is no elevator and parking is on-street. Expect a charming, service-forward stay focused on history and relaxation.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the evening wine and charcuterie reception, garden and veranda spaces, and house tours. There is no elevator and parking is on-street; complimentary drinks are available.
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10
Michael
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
10
Mercedes
Aug 4, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
10
Gwendolyn Marie
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was amazing! Everyone we encountered were extremely welcoming. The inn offers free water, soda, tea and coffee 24hrs a day. Free wine, cheese and meat plates from 5-7. Complementary breakfast in bed and free parking. If you are looking to relax on a get away this is the perfect place. The staff goes above and beyond!! They are walking distance from many attractions and quite at night. You're going to love it here.
The staff was amazing! Everyone we encountered were extremely welcoming. The inn offers free water, soda, tea and coffee 24hrs a day. Free wine, cheese and meat plates from 5-7. Complementary breakfast in bed and free parking. If you are looking to relax on a get away this is the perfect place. The staff goes above and beyond!! They are walking distance from many attractions and quite at night. You're going to love it here.
10
Jill
Jul 20, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
10
Nicole
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fun, historic property with a beautiful garden, well-done continental breakfast and wine and cheese reception in the historic ballroom and parlor.
Fun, historic property with a beautiful garden, well-done continental breakfast and wine and cheese reception in the historic ballroom and parlor.
10
Andrew
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
10
Marsha
Mar 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Incredibly beautiful Charleston Mansion right on the Battery with full access to thd house and gardens. Breakfast to order and wine and cheese brought to you wherever in the house you may be in the evening. Staff is is attentive and helpful and restorationof the house is so impressive, you feel like royalty for sure. Comfortable rooms with all modern ammenities make for a need not met. Loved our time there and thankful for the opportunity.
Incredibly beautiful Charleston Mansion right on the Battery with full access to thd house and gardens. Breakfast to order and wine and cheese brought to you wherever in the house you may be in the evening. Staff is is attentive and helpful and restorationof the house is so impressive, you feel like royalty for sure. Comfortable rooms with all modern ammenities make for a need not met. Loved our time there and thankful for the opportunity.
10
Michele
Nov 30, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful service, breakfast delivered to the room and a tour of the mansion!
Wonderful service, breakfast delivered to the room and a tour of the mansion!
10
Marie
May 23, 2023
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Wow, what a memorable stay my husband and I recently had at 20 South Battery! This lovely, historic building has been beautifully renovated, with a peaceful and pretty private garden in the back. Our suite on the 3rd floor was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed breakfast as well as the evening wine & cheese socials on the front porch! The hotel doesn't have an elevator, and its location means a 10-15 minute walk to visit many of the city's attractions and restaurants. That suited us just fine, as we saw many lovely mansions and carriage houses on our daily walks. Taking pedicab rides to/from dinner was a nice (and relaxing) way to see the city at night! The hotel staff - in particular Ryan, Molly, Abby and Mack - were absolutely the best, they couldn't do enough to welcome us to the hotel and to Charleston. Thank you all for everything - we hope to be back someday soon!!!
Wow, what a memorable stay my husband and I recently had at 20 South Battery! This lovely, historic building has been beautifully renovated, with a peaceful and pretty private garden in the back. Our suite on the 3rd floor was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed breakfast as well as the evening wine & cheese socials on the front porch! The hotel doesn't have an elevator, and its location means a 10-15 minute walk to visit many of the city's attractions and restaurants. That suited us just fine, as we saw many lovely mansions and carriage houses on our daily walks. Taking pedicab rides to/from dinner was a nice (and relaxing) way to see the city at night! The hotel staff - in particular Ryan, Molly, Abby and Mack - were absolutely the best, they couldn't do enough to welcome us to the hotel and to Charleston. Thank you all for everything - we hope to be back someday soon!!!
4
Morris
May 30, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are consistently described as clean and well maintained. A few isolated comments mention minor wear or maintenance issues.
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10
Sue
May 17, 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Loved our stay there , staff was very friendly, clean rooms, good breakfast
Loved our stay there , staff was very friendly, clean rooms, good breakfast
10
Dana
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful experience. Ryan and Richard were so kind and helpful. We were made to feel so welcome. The room and public areas were spotless. Check in and check out was quick and easy. Will stay here every time I return to Charleston. Thank you so much for making our anniversary weekend trip so special!
Wonderful experience. Ryan and Richard were so kind and helpful. We were made to feel so welcome. The room and public areas were spotless. Check in and check out was quick and easy. Will stay here every time I return to Charleston. Thank you so much for making our anniversary weekend trip so special!
10
Harry
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, historic property across from the water. Nice people who love their job.
Very clean, historic property across from the water. Nice people who love their job.
10
Emily
Jul 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this place !! It had everything…great location, beautiful old mansion, clean comfortable rooms and an amazing staff!! This was our first visit to Charleston and we experienced southern hospitality at its best!! We would 100% stay here again!!
Loved this place !! It had everything…great location, beautiful old mansion, clean comfortable rooms and an amazing staff!! This was our first visit to Charleston and we experienced southern hospitality at its best!! We would 100% stay here again!!
10
April
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Our stay was amazing! Everyone there was so hospitable and gracious. Breakfast every morning was delicious. The room was perfect for the two of us. It was historic, but updated and clean. The entire place is fabulous! Definitely worth the splurge for our anniversary. We will be back!
Our stay was amazing! Everyone there was so hospitable and gracious. Breakfast every morning was delicious. The room was perfect for the two of us. It was historic, but updated and clean. The entire place is fabulous! Definitely worth the splurge for our anniversary. We will be back!
10
Joyous
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a life changing and luxurious experience! We stayed at 20 South Battery Inn for 2 nights. We were pampered and very well cared for. Wine and cheese in the evenings and a delicious breakfast as well. The staff were the kindest and friendliest ever. We took snacks with us to explore the city. Very comfortable and clean. We stepped back into the past and enjoyed a romantic weekend in beautiful Charleston. Right off the battery with an amazing view from the top floor. A must stay for a romantic weekend!
Such a life changing and luxurious experience! We stayed at 20 South Battery Inn for 2 nights. We were pampered and very well cared for. Wine and cheese in the evenings and a delicious breakfast as well. The staff were the kindest and friendliest ever. We took snacks with us to explore the city. Very comfortable and clean. We stepped back into the past and enjoyed a romantic weekend in beautiful Charleston. Right off the battery with an amazing view from the top floor. A must stay for a romantic weekend!
8
Stephen
May 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Cool place. Great location. Historic. Glad we stayed here. That said, creaky doors and floors, thin walls (expected in a 150 year old house). Marginal air conditioning. Service was incredible. Overall experience was great.
Cool place. Great location. Historic. Glad we stayed here. That said, creaky doors and floors, thin walls (expected in a 150 year old house). Marginal air conditioning. Service was incredible. Overall experience was great.
10
Craig
Feb 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely property. Loved sitting on the front porch reading and with a bottle of wine. Also the garden. The wine and cheese hour was a very nice amenity. Room was very nice, clean and quiet.
Lovely property. Loved sitting on the front porch reading and with a bottle of wine. Also the garden. The wine and cheese hour was a very nice amenity. Room was very nice, clean and quiet.
10
Marie
May 23, 2023
·
Wow, what a memorable stay my husband and I recently had at 20 South Battery! This lovely, historic building has been beautifully renovated, with a peaceful and pretty private garden in the back. Our suite on the 3rd floor was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed breakfast as well as the evening wine & cheese socials on the front porch! The hotel doesn't have an elevator, and its location means a 10-15 minute walk to visit many of the city's attractions and restaurants. That suited us just fine, as we saw many lovely mansions and carriage houses on our daily walks. Taking pedicab rides to/from dinner was a nice (and relaxing) way to see the city at night! The hotel staff - in particular Ryan, Molly, Abby and Mack - were absolutely the best, they couldn't do enough to welcome us to the hotel and to Charleston. Thank you all for everything - we hope to be back someday soon!!!
Wow, what a memorable stay my husband and I recently had at 20 South Battery! This lovely, historic building has been beautifully renovated, with a peaceful and pretty private garden in the back. Our suite on the 3rd floor was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed breakfast as well as the evening wine & cheese socials on the front porch! The hotel doesn't have an elevator, and its location means a 10-15 minute walk to visit many of the city's attractions and restaurants. That suited us just fine, as we saw many lovely mansions and carriage houses on our daily walks. Taking pedicab rides to/from dinner was a nice (and relaxing) way to see the city at night! The hotel staff - in particular Ryan, Molly, Abby and Mack - were absolutely the best, they couldn't do enough to welcome us to the hotel and to Charleston. Thank you all for everything - we hope to be back someday soon!!!
4
Morris
May 30, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
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Rooms
Rooms feature historic decor and comfortable beds, and many are spacious or elegantly updated, with some offering pleasant garden or water views. Several guests found certain ground-floor or carriage-house rooms less desirable due to noise, layout, or a basement-like feel.
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10
Michael
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
10
Mercedes
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
10
Anthony
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Place is incredible and so much history. Room was perfect and staff amazing. Highly recommend it.
Place is incredible and so much history. Room was perfect and staff amazing. Highly recommend it.
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Melissa
Aug 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This property has several rooms - some are in the main house: some are on street level (similar to a basement), and some are surrounded by a garden. We paid an exorbitant rate for a small garishly decorated room, without much light, and cheap ceramic tile floors (not the wood floors pictured). The one good thing - it was located on a quiet street. We also checked out a day early (for illness) and were still charged. Totally disputing Hotels.com because the independent hotel charge was half of what Hotels.com charged me. Never using this service again.
This property has several rooms - some are in the main house: some are on street level (similar to a basement), and some are surrounded by a garden. We paid an exorbitant rate for a small garishly decorated room, without much light, and cheap ceramic tile floors (not the wood floors pictured). The one good thing - it was located on a quiet street. We also checked out a day early (for illness) and were still charged. Totally disputing Hotels.com because the independent hotel charge was half of what Hotels.com charged me. Never using this service again.
10
Jill
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
8
Trish
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary in Charleston and stayed at 20 South Battery! It’s a lovely, historic home/Boutique Hotel Bed & Breakfast! The location along the battery is so beautiful. We had let them know prior that we’d be celebrating our 30th and they did greet us with two glasses of Prosecco and a card in our room, which was nice! We stayed in a carriage house room. It was quiet and nice enough. However, I would recommend spending a little more for a room to stay in the actual home. Carriage House although nicely decorated, quiet and extremely comfortable had a bit of a motel feel since attached to home in back. It was wonderful to order breakfast via card prior to 7pm every night to have delivered every am to room. Initially our room wasn’t cleaned and I was disappointed, but realized I had missed seeing the card that needed to be placed on the bed for room cleaning. It was cleaned when card placed on bed. We never made it to the nightly wine & cheese reception as we were always exploring the city! We did tour the home and recommend doing so. I believe there are daily tours at 11am. There’s so much history there and it’s been beautifully restored! It’s a gorgeous mansion that truly takes you back in time. Overall, we had a lovely stay & the staff were all wonderful! In order to get to dining and shopping you walk quaint, old historic streets with charming historic homes. Be sure to bring walking shoes! If we return we’ll definitely stay in the mansion!
We celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary in Charleston and stayed at 20 South Battery! It’s a lovely, historic home/Boutique Hotel Bed & Breakfast! The location along the battery is so beautiful. We had let them know prior that we’d be celebrating our 30th and they did greet us with two glasses of Prosecco and a card in our room, which was nice! We stayed in a carriage house room. It was quiet and nice enough. However, I would recommend spending a little more for a room to stay in the actual home. Carriage House although nicely decorated, quiet and extremely comfortable had a bit of a motel feel since attached to home in back. It was wonderful to order breakfast via card prior to 7pm every night to have delivered every am to room. Initially our room wasn’t cleaned and I was disappointed, but realized I had missed seeing the card that needed to be placed on the bed for room cleaning. It was cleaned when card placed on bed. We never made it to the nightly wine & cheese reception as we were always exploring the city! We did tour the home and recommend doing so. I believe there are daily tours at 11am. There’s so much history there and it’s been beautifully restored! It’s a gorgeous mansion that truly takes you back in time. Overall, we had a lovely stay & the staff were all wonderful! In order to get to dining and shopping you walk quaint, old historic streets with charming historic homes. Be sure to bring walking shoes! If we return we’ll definitely stay in the mansion!
8
Stephen
May 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Cool place. Great location. Historic. Glad we stayed here. That said, creaky doors and floors, thin walls (expected in a 150 year old house). Marginal air conditioning. Service was incredible. Overall experience was great.
Cool place. Great location. Historic. Glad we stayed here. That said, creaky doors and floors, thin walls (expected in a 150 year old house). Marginal air conditioning. Service was incredible. Overall experience was great.
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Jennifer
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cool, historic inn in a beautiful part of Charleston. Richard was a gracious host, and we enjoyed wine and charcuterie on the porch. A note re: our room. We booked a room that was on the "ground" floor, which was more or less the basement or carriage house floor. It was fine, but I envisioned something a little different. Also, as we were drifting off to sleep, there was a sound in the walls that sounded like scratching...almost like an animal was in the walls. But, all in all, we enjoyed our stay there.
Cool, historic inn in a beautiful part of Charleston. Richard was a gracious host, and we enjoyed wine and charcuterie on the porch. A note re: our room. We booked a room that was on the "ground" floor, which was more or less the basement or carriage house floor. It was fine, but I envisioned something a little different. Also, as we were drifting off to sleep, there was a sound in the walls that sounded like scratching...almost like an animal was in the walls. But, all in all, we enjoyed our stay there.
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Marie
May 23, 2023
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Wow, what a memorable stay my husband and I recently had at 20 South Battery! This lovely, historic building has been beautifully renovated, with a peaceful and pretty private garden in the back. Our suite on the 3rd floor was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed breakfast as well as the evening wine & cheese socials on the front porch! The hotel doesn't have an elevator, and its location means a 10-15 minute walk to visit many of the city's attractions and restaurants. That suited us just fine, as we saw many lovely mansions and carriage houses on our daily walks. Taking pedicab rides to/from dinner was a nice (and relaxing) way to see the city at night! The hotel staff - in particular Ryan, Molly, Abby and Mack - were absolutely the best, they couldn't do enough to welcome us to the hotel and to Charleston. Thank you all for everything - we hope to be back someday soon!!!
Wow, what a memorable stay my husband and I recently had at 20 South Battery! This lovely, historic building has been beautifully renovated, with a peaceful and pretty private garden in the back. Our suite on the 3rd floor was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We really enjoyed breakfast as well as the evening wine & cheese socials on the front porch! The hotel doesn't have an elevator, and its location means a 10-15 minute walk to visit many of the city's attractions and restaurants. That suited us just fine, as we saw many lovely mansions and carriage houses on our daily walks. Taking pedicab rides to/from dinner was a nice (and relaxing) way to see the city at night! The hotel staff - in particular Ryan, Molly, Abby and Mack - were absolutely the best, they couldn't do enough to welcome us to the hotel and to Charleston. Thank you all for everything - we hope to be back someday soon!!!
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Morris
May 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, attentive, and proactive, with helpful recommendations, smooth check-in, and engaging tours. Many guests felt personally welcomed and celebrated on special occasions.
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Dana
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful experience. Ryan and Richard were so kind and helpful. We were made to feel so welcome. The room and public areas were spotless. Check in and check out was quick and easy. Will stay here every time I return to Charleston. Thank you so much for making our anniversary weekend trip so special!
Wonderful experience. Ryan and Richard were so kind and helpful. We were made to feel so welcome. The room and public areas were spotless. Check in and check out was quick and easy. Will stay here every time I return to Charleston. Thank you so much for making our anniversary weekend trip so special!
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jim
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place and the staff are top notch. Molly was great, gave a great house tour and local recommendations.
Great place and the staff are top notch. Molly was great, gave a great house tour and local recommendations.
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Mark
Jan 31, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
This was our first trip to Charleston, and we decided to spend more than we usually would on a hotel in order to stay in a historic area that was walkable to most of where we'd be going. You could choose to stay here because of the location; you could choose to stay here because of the history; you could choose to stay here because of the amenities; but the reason you should choose to stay here is because of the staff. Abbi, Susan, Ryan, and Molly (we LOVE Molly) are absolutely incredible. This staff goes above and beyond expectations at every opportunity. I could list many examples of why, but the basic summary is that 20 South Battery will be the first place we'll try to book the next time we head to Charleston (without kids) again.
This was our first trip to Charleston, and we decided to spend more than we usually would on a hotel in order to stay in a historic area that was walkable to most of where we'd be going. You could choose to stay here because of the location; you could choose to stay here because of the history; you could choose to stay here because of the amenities; but the reason you should choose to stay here is because of the staff. Abbi, Susan, Ryan, and Molly (we LOVE Molly) are absolutely incredible. This staff goes above and beyond expectations at every opportunity. I could list many examples of why, but the basic summary is that 20 South Battery will be the first place we'll try to book the next time we head to Charleston (without kids) again.
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MICHAEL
Jan 25, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We loved the home but the best thing about this hotel is the fantastic staff. The staff was wonderful in their acknowledgment of our wedding across the street from the hotel. We were welcomed with congratulations from every staff member and treated like royalty. Abigail Molly and Ryan were FANTASTIC. This hotel is beautiful and our plan is to return next year for our first anniversary. The hotel is beautiful, the breakfast was outstanding and the wine and cheese in the evening was special as well as the nightcap available before bed. We just cannot praise 20 South Battery enough.
We loved the home but the best thing about this hotel is the fantastic staff. The staff was wonderful in their acknowledgment of our wedding across the street from the hotel. We were welcomed with congratulations from every staff member and treated like royalty. Abigail Molly and Ryan were FANTASTIC. This hotel is beautiful and our plan is to return next year for our first anniversary. The hotel is beautiful, the breakfast was outstanding and the wine and cheese in the evening was special as well as the nightcap available before bed. We just cannot praise 20 South Battery enough.
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Chase
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel. Incredible history on site and all around. The service and hospitality of the staff was unrivaled. Can’t recommend 20 South Battery enough!
Beautiful hotel. Incredible history on site and all around. The service and hospitality of the staff was unrivaled. Can’t recommend 20 South Battery enough!
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Mercedes
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
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Gwendolyn Marie
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was amazing! Everyone we encountered were extremely welcoming. The inn offers free water, soda, tea and coffee 24hrs a day. Free wine, cheese and meat plates from 5-7. Complementary breakfast in bed and free parking. If you are looking to relax on a get away this is the perfect place. The staff goes above and beyond!! They are walking distance from many attractions and quite at night. You're going to love it here.
The staff was amazing! Everyone we encountered were extremely welcoming. The inn offers free water, soda, tea and coffee 24hrs a day. Free wine, cheese and meat plates from 5-7. Complementary breakfast in bed and free parking. If you are looking to relax on a get away this is the perfect place. The staff goes above and beyond!! They are walking distance from many attractions and quite at night. You're going to love it here.
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Carol
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Our stay was wonderful. Abby, Tommy and Ryan went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
Our stay was wonderful. Abby, Tommy and Ryan went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
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Emily
Jul 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this place !! It had everything…great location, beautiful old mansion, clean comfortable rooms and an amazing staff!! This was our first visit to Charleston and we experienced southern hospitality at its best!! We would 100% stay here again!!
Loved this place !! It had everything…great location, beautiful old mansion, clean comfortable rooms and an amazing staff!! This was our first visit to Charleston and we experienced southern hospitality at its best!! We would 100% stay here again!!
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Daniela
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property was absolutely beautiful but what made it truly special was the service by the staff. Will definitely come back!
This property was absolutely beautiful but what made it truly special was the service by the staff. Will definitely come back!
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Location
Set by the Battery and waterfront park, the location is scenic and quiet with easy walking access to historic sites, restaurants, and shops. Travellers found it convenient for exploring on foot.
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Michael
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
Gorgeous historic property, like lodging inside of a museum, and directly across the street from beautiful park. Great location, easily walkable to numerous historic homes and sites, restaurants, pubs, ample free street parking. Comfy bed and room. Staff is superb. Highly recommend.
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Jill
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
Exceptional historic home turned B&B in the most heavenly little spot in Charleston! Staff were warm and welcoming with quick and easy check-in and checkout. We were guided on a lovely tour of the home as well (highly recommend this if time allows). The room was spacious and updated; extremely comfortable bedding was a major plus after a long travel day. It was a joy to sit on the front porch in the morning while enjoying the ocean breeze, watching horse drawn carriages trot by, and seeing all the visitors to come to see the beautiful park. This is truly a wonderful place to stay and one of few opportunities to stay in this area of the city; highly recommend 20 South Battery!
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John
May 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Location, location, and location,
Location, location, and location,
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Trish
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary in Charleston and stayed at 20 South Battery! It’s a lovely, historic home/Boutique Hotel Bed & Breakfast! The location along the battery is so beautiful. We had let them know prior that we’d be celebrating our 30th and they did greet us with two glasses of Prosecco and a card in our room, which was nice! We stayed in a carriage house room. It was quiet and nice enough. However, I would recommend spending a little more for a room to stay in the actual home. Carriage House although nicely decorated, quiet and extremely comfortable had a bit of a motel feel since attached to home in back. It was wonderful to order breakfast via card prior to 7pm every night to have delivered every am to room. Initially our room wasn’t cleaned and I was disappointed, but realized I had missed seeing the card that needed to be placed on the bed for room cleaning. It was cleaned when card placed on bed. We never made it to the nightly wine & cheese reception as we were always exploring the city! We did tour the home and recommend doing so. I believe there are daily tours at 11am. There’s so much history there and it’s been beautifully restored! It’s a gorgeous mansion that truly takes you back in time. Overall, we had a lovely stay & the staff were all wonderful! In order to get to dining and shopping you walk quaint, old historic streets with charming historic homes. Be sure to bring walking shoes! If we return we’ll definitely stay in the mansion!
We celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary in Charleston and stayed at 20 South Battery! It’s a lovely, historic home/Boutique Hotel Bed & Breakfast! The location along the battery is so beautiful. We had let them know prior that we’d be celebrating our 30th and they did greet us with two glasses of Prosecco and a card in our room, which was nice! We stayed in a carriage house room. It was quiet and nice enough. However, I would recommend spending a little more for a room to stay in the actual home. Carriage House although nicely decorated, quiet and extremely comfortable had a bit of a motel feel since attached to home in back. It was wonderful to order breakfast via card prior to 7pm every night to have delivered every am to room. Initially our room wasn’t cleaned and I was disappointed, but realized I had missed seeing the card that needed to be placed on the bed for room cleaning. It was cleaned when card placed on bed. We never made it to the nightly wine & cheese reception as we were always exploring the city! We did tour the home and recommend doing so. I believe there are daily tours at 11am. There’s so much history there and it’s been beautifully restored! It’s a gorgeous mansion that truly takes you back in time. Overall, we had a lovely stay & the staff were all wonderful! In order to get to dining and shopping you walk quaint, old historic streets with charming historic homes. Be sure to bring walking shoes! If we return we’ll definitely stay in the mansion!
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Brittain
Feb 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
You really cannot ask for more...the location, the view, the convenience, the charm, and the friendly staff. This was my first time here, and here for work, but I will be back again and again. Such a true gem of Charleston, and I am so glad I found this hotel!
You really cannot ask for more...the location, the view, the convenience, the charm, and the friendly staff. This was my first time here, and here for work, but I will be back again and again. Such a true gem of Charleston, and I am so glad I found this hotel!
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Debra
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very attentive staff, excellent location for beauty and access to restaurants within walking distance. If you love the history of Charleston, you’ll love this property.
Very attentive staff, excellent location for beauty and access to restaurants within walking distance. If you love the history of Charleston, you’ll love this property.
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Carol Ann
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Charming historic home in a very walkable area to restaurants and sites
Charming historic home in a very walkable area to restaurants and sites
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Kelly
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
So happy we stayed at 20 South Battery. The staff was outstanding. So kind, helpful and informative. Definitely went above and beyond to accommodate. The location was perfect. Just out of the heart of the busier, noisier areas but still close to everything. We loved our stay and will definitely be returning!
So happy we stayed at 20 South Battery. The staff was outstanding. So kind, helpful and informative. Definitely went above and beyond to accommodate. The location was perfect. Just out of the heart of the busier, noisier areas but still close to everything. We loved our stay and will definitely be returning!
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mark
Feb 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Historic property. Near battery. Staff were very nice.
Historic property. Near battery. Staff were very nice.
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Sean
Dec 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely loved our stay at 20 South Battery. The building and grounds are beautiful and historic. The location is perfect! Can walk everywhere from the waterfront and into the French Quarter. We cannot wait to return and we will be telling friends and families that it’s a must stay when in Charleston. The evening wine and charcuterie on the front porch was lovely as well! Thank you very much!!
We absolutely loved our stay at 20 South Battery. The building and grounds are beautiful and historic. The location is perfect! Can walk everywhere from the waterfront and into the French Quarter. We cannot wait to return and we will be telling friends and families that it’s a must stay when in Charleston. The evening wine and charcuterie on the front porch was lovely as well! Thank you very much!!
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Dining
Breakfast receives strong praise, often pre-ordered the night before and delivered to the room or enjoyed in the dining area. Guests also appreciate the evening wine-and-cheese or charcuterie offering.
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Mercedes
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
20 South Battery is a wonderful place to stay during your visit to Charleston. The details felt like I’d stepped into a piece of history, and you immediately feel the Southern welcome. The room was elegant, comfortable bed and windows overlooked the garden. You order breakfast the night before and it’s brought right to your door in the morning or you go to the dinning room if you prefer. Definitely a nice touch. They offer complimentary afternoon reception from 5 to 6 PM with charcuterie and non- alcoholic drinks. Everything was excellent: Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and that real Southern hospitality that made my stay feel extra pampered. Thanks.
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Laura
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
good breakfast menu. good charcuterie evening option. Fun, historical location. Like something right out of a southern romance novel.
good breakfast menu. good charcuterie evening option. Fun, historical location. Like something right out of a southern romance novel.
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Gwendolyn Marie
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was amazing! Everyone we encountered were extremely welcoming. The inn offers free water, soda, tea and coffee 24hrs a day. Free wine, cheese and meat plates from 5-7. Complementary breakfast in bed and free parking. If you are looking to relax on a get away this is the perfect place. The staff goes above and beyond!! They are walking distance from many attractions and quite at night. You're going to love it here.
The staff was amazing! Everyone we encountered were extremely welcoming. The inn offers free water, soda, tea and coffee 24hrs a day. Free wine, cheese and meat plates from 5-7. Complementary breakfast in bed and free parking. If you are looking to relax on a get away this is the perfect place. The staff goes above and beyond!! They are walking distance from many attractions and quite at night. You're going to love it here.
10
Nicole
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fun, historic property with a beautiful garden, well-done continental breakfast and wine and cheese reception in the historic ballroom and parlor.
Fun, historic property with a beautiful garden, well-done continental breakfast and wine and cheese reception in the historic ballroom and parlor.
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Aida
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Sheets luxurious, historic house so interesting, sitting on sunny veranda perfect, breakfast served in our room wonderful. Molly gave us a great tour and recommendations on things to do, which we might not have found on our own. Loved this hotel.
Sheets luxurious, historic house so interesting, sitting on sunny veranda perfect, breakfast served in our room wonderful. Molly gave us a great tour and recommendations on things to do, which we might not have found on our own. Loved this hotel.
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Andrew
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
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Joyous
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a life changing and luxurious experience! We stayed at 20 South Battery Inn for 2 nights. We were pampered and very well cared for. Wine and cheese in the evenings and a delicious breakfast as well. The staff were the kindest and friendliest ever. We took snacks with us to explore the city. Very comfortable and clean. We stepped back into the past and enjoyed a romantic weekend in beautiful Charleston. Right off the battery with an amazing view from the top floor. A must stay for a romantic weekend!
Such a life changing and luxurious experience! We stayed at 20 South Battery Inn for 2 nights. We were pampered and very well cared for. Wine and cheese in the evenings and a delicious breakfast as well. The staff were the kindest and friendliest ever. We took snacks with us to explore the city. Very comfortable and clean. We stepped back into the past and enjoyed a romantic weekend in beautiful Charleston. Right off the battery with an amazing view from the top floor. A must stay for a romantic weekend!
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Richard
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wine and cheese served by Richard was so very nice and enjoyable.
Wine and cheese served by Richard was so very nice and enjoyable.
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Michele
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful service, breakfast delivered to the room and a tour of the mansion!
Wonderful service, breakfast delivered to the room and a tour of the mansion!
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Sean
Dec 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We absolutely loved our stay at 20 South Battery. The building and grounds are beautiful and historic. The location is perfect! Can walk everywhere from the waterfront and into the French Quarter. We cannot wait to return and we will be telling friends and families that it’s a must stay when in Charleston. The evening wine and charcuterie on the front porch was lovely as well! Thank you very much!!
We absolutely loved our stay at 20 South Battery. The building and grounds are beautiful and historic. The location is perfect! Can walk everywhere from the waterfront and into the French Quarter. We cannot wait to return and we will be telling friends and families that it’s a must stay when in Charleston. The evening wine and charcuterie on the front porch was lovely as well! Thank you very much!!
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Ron
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Outstanding experience , highly recommended
Outstanding experience , highly recommended
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Keith
Aug 8, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a great place to stay for my wife and me as a little get away. Great location. Great staff, especially Julie at the front desk. Historic building with modern updates.
This was a great place to stay for my wife and me as a little get away. Great location. Great staff, especially Julie at the front desk. Historic building with modern updates.
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Gregory
Jul 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
It is a historic property. It is fairly well preserved and is clean. The staff is friendly and helpful.
It is a historic property. It is fairly well preserved and is clean. The staff is friendly and helpful.
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Mary
Jul 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
20 South Battery Bed and Breakfast is a gem. The check-in was seamless. Parking is on the street. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The staff were professional, friendly and happily responded to any request or question we may have had. There is a tour of this historic home twice daily which provided history of the property and owners. We enjoyed our breakfast in the garden. 20 South Battery is on a very quiet street, across from White Point Garden and a short walk to the french quarter. We enjoyed our vacation in Charleston and would definitely stay at 20 South Battery again.
20 South Battery Bed and Breakfast is a gem. The check-in was seamless. Parking is on the street. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The staff were professional, friendly and happily responded to any request or question we may have had. There is a tour of this historic home twice daily which provided history of the property and owners. We enjoyed our breakfast in the garden. 20 South Battery is on a very quiet street, across from White Point Garden and a short walk to the french quarter. We enjoyed our vacation in Charleston and would definitely stay at 20 South Battery again.
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Christine
Jun 27, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Absolutely glorious experience!
Absolutely glorious experience!
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 16:00 to 21:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about 20 South Battery
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 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 check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Charleston, just a 1-minute walk from White Point Gardens and 12 minutes by foot from Waterfront Park. It is also 1 mile from Charleston City Market and the Port of Charleston.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, with no minimum age requirement for staying free.
What is the policy regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not provide extra beds or cribs. Guests should inquire directly for any specific needs.
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The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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