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The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco Charleston hotel in Downtown Charleston with bars
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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Courtyard
Property entrance
Room, 1 King Bed
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • College of Charleston
    4 min walk
  • Shops at Charleston Place
    4 min walk
  • Marion Square
    6 min walk
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    20 min drive

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
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The price is NZ$1,261
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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About the area

Charleston

A stay in Charleston awaits you at The Ryder Hotel, a recipient of the prestigious Conde Nast Hot List award in 2022. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Charleston hotel include Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Waterfront Park.

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 7 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 10 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clerks Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪TBonz Gill & Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Art Deco Charleston hotel in Downtown Charleston with bars
The Ryder Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a meeting room and coworking spaces. The Ryder Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Ryder Hotel was completed in April 2021.

This Art Deco Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1985
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Ryder Hotel offers 91 accommodations with a safe and complimentary dressing gowns. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1985
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.52 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.52 per cent

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
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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ryder Hotel?

The Ryder Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ryder Hotel?

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ryder Hotel on 3 Nov 2024 start from NZ$443.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Ryder Hotel?

Yep, The Ryder Hotel has covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 49 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Ryder Hotel?

The closest beach to The Ryder Hotel is Sullivan's Island Beach (9.3 km).

Does The Ryder Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Ryder Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Ryder Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and 24-hour room service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ryder Hotel.

Does The Ryder Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ryder Hotel?

No, The Ryder Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ryder Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 771 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 771 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 771 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 771 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 771 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cammie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool, fun vibe!
This was the perfect place to take my daughter for an overnight shopping trip. Very hip and fun vibe, rooms were spacious, pool and bar area a happening place for couples and families.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!!!! Rooms were clean, amazing pool and restaurant, and loved renting out items such as the polaroid camera, beach chairs!! Workers were so nice also, can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Grayson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Tyder
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice property , good amenities including a pool and free rental items.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice weekend away
Great location. Beautiful hotel with nice restaurants and bar area. Was not impressed with the extra $40 per day amenities fee. With an additional $50 day for parking (self parking is $30 per day a block away).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute trendy spot with all the amenities. They have extra perks that are a nice surprise upon check in. The pool and Little Palm bar was such a fun vibe ! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey, Linden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cute, great room size and close to king street but far enough away so you are way from the bars. Love the retro esthetic of the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caressa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love vibe of this place! Very clean, great decor, Friendly staff. Great outside pool area with comfortable seating and bar area with restaurant indoor and outdoor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dalia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. In a great area! Walking distance to everything. Would have given it 5 stars except for the fact that the fire alarm went off 3 times during our 3 night stay. Which when you’re in the shower when it goes off is not pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to everything, lovely pool, and fun amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room isn’t huge, but we were fine with that bc we were not in the room all that much. Friendly staff, clean property, lots of places to go within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruth Ashlie

It’s a very cute hotel, not very clean in the room areas. The staff could be more helpful on what the hotel offers and how the pool reservations work. The food is great and the beds are very comfortable! Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spot. Great social aspect with fun/hip pool and bar. We took advantage of the bikes, polaroids and backpack you can sign out
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Billie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved having the pool available! The restaurant attached to the hotel was a big disappointment. The menu was very limited and lacked staples that most people enjoy when drinking and hanging out. The lack of refrigerators and microwaves in the rooms and vending machines on the hallways, made getting snacks difficult. The nearest convenience store was 8-10 minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You are immediately met with a smile from the helpful staff at the Ryder. The rooms are exactly what you are reserving and expecting. The hotel is located in a great location in walking distance to everywhere you would like to go. The location is very safe to be walking by yourself in the evening and there is always a staff member around if you need anything. The beds are very comfortable for getting a good nights sleep. Free coffee station in the morning as well as ice and water bottle refill station 24 hours a day. The pool isn’t big, but large enough to enjoy. We have stayed here twice and plan on making this our spot for our mini trips in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fallon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience here. Room cleanliness, location, staff, etc!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Slick, modern looking hotel right in downtown CHS. Lots of restaurants, museums, etc. in walking distance, although the coffee bar, pool, and restaurant make it very tempting to not even leave. Hotel is in a U shape so if you're on the opposite side from the front desk you may have to walk a bit. Valet parking is a bit pricey at $49/night but we were helpfully directed to some less expensive decks around the block. Overall, though, we very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Amenities perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024