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John Rutledge House Inn

4.0 star property
Luxury bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Miscellaneous
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
116 Broad St, Charleston, SC, 29401-2437
  • College of Charleston
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Charleston

A luxury stay in the heart of Charleston awaits you at John Rutledge House Inn, a recipient of the prestigious Travel & Leisure 500 award in 2021. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Charleston Historic District B&B include Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Waterfront Park.
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What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Charleston City Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterfront Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bitty & Beau's Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Toast Of Charleston - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬4 min walk

About this property

John Rutledge House Inn

Luxury bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury John Rutledge House Inn. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1763
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
John Rutledge House Inn offers 19 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

John Rutledge House Inn is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 18 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 18.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at John Rutledge House Inn?

John Rutledge House Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at John Rutledge House Inn?

Yep, John Rutledge House Inn has a self car park for USD 18.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to John Rutledge House Inn?

The closest beach to John Rutledge House Inn is Folly Island Beaches (13.2 km).

What makes John Rutledge House Inn a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at John Rutledge House Inn.

Is John Rutledge House Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that John Rutledge House Inn is a hit with families.

Does John Rutledge House Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at John Rutledge House Inn?

No, John Rutledge House Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at John Rutledge House Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

John Rutledge House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 237 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in another unit at the John Rutledge !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The John Rutledge House Inn is a living history museum. The building is incredible, the amenities are excellent, and the staff is knowledgeable about the building's history and the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay ever

Great location, beautiful place, incredible service and friendliness from the staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff! Friendly, great locale.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to be on Broad Street

An always cozy and peaceful stay at the Rutledge. A superior breakfast this time served in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I had to choose one word to describe my stay here, it would be phenomenal! From the moment I walked into this amazing, beautiful, historic home, I was greeted with joy by the staff, especially Nicole, who went above and beyond to make my stay delightful. The service was impeccable, with incredible breakfasts, Maria, the chef, made the best poached eggs I’ve ever had. The turn-down service and housekeeping were top-notch, room was spotless and dust free. Tea Time was also amazing, and they wonderfully accommodated my gluten-free needs, making the experience even more special. A special touch was the nightcap waiting for me upon my return in the evening, featuring amazing brandy, port, and sherry. The location is perfect for exploring the best points of interest in historic Charleston, all within walking distance. This has been the most exceptional experience I’ve ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Its was our first family trip only ladies. Nicky welcomed us in. Such a friendly & family environment. Also Gabby, Maurice kitchen staff, and cleaning staff too. We started with an early morning having breakfast we enjoyed very much, choosing our meals every night. Shopping 🛍️ is close if you love shopping. Cafe place we did most of our stay was walking distance Souralle. Ru Ru we enjoyed ice cafe and pizza. We walking to the pier, pineapple 🍍. We want to return again next year. We loved it . Especially the Jacuzzi we had a blast .. we loved everything from 116 John R. We can't wait to return. Quiet place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John and Jim went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Breakfast was served daily and was very good. Location prime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Everette

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed this historic property. It was quiet, but still close to shopping, restaurants, and the other historic attractions of Charleston. The staff is very attentive and friendly. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Montpelier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was impeccable, the location very convenient. Excellent breakfast in the AM.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John was welcoming from the moment we walked in. Always ready for some port and conversation. The room was xomfortable and beautiful. Flowers, afternoon tea, so much to complement. Maurice made breakfast every morning notable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. Great service. Gorgeous room. Beautiful setting. Historic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Lisa was very helpful and friendly. Maurice set a good breakfast. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viswanathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A step back in time, very convenient location most attractions within 10 min.walk Concierge service friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023