The Restoration Hotel - Charleston
32.782587, -79.933607Overview
Boutique hotel on King Street with an artist-in-residence program and a seasonal rooftop pool
Residential Suites with Exposed Brick and Full Kitchens
The Restoration offers residential suites with exposed brick walls, hardwood flooring, and spacious living areas. Each suite provides a flat-screen TV and a modern kitchenette or kitchen, with select suites having a washer and dryer. The hotel's studio rooms include a sitting area, small kitchen, and a stocked fridge with complimentary soda and water.
Daily Breakfast Basket and Rooftop Dining
A continental breakfast is delivered to guest rooms daily in a picnic basket between 8am and 9am from The Rise Coffee Bar, featuring items like croissants, Danishes, bagels, and fresh fruit. The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits serves lunch and dinner with farm-to-table menu offerings and panoramic views of the Charleston skyline. An evening wine and cheese reception is held nightly from 5pm to 6pm in the estate library, alongside freshly baked cookies served later.
Artist-in-Residence Program and Custom Motorcycle Design
The hotel runs an artist-in-residence program that offers guests access to unique cultural experiences on site. A customized motorcycle design experience is available, working with in-house craftsmen. Additional amenities include a distinctive library with antique and modern literary collections, complimentary bicycles for exploring the city, and a seasonal rooftop heated pool open year-round.
Steps from King Street Shopping and Historic Attractions
The Restoration is located on King Street, half a block from major shopping including J. Crew, Gucci, and local boutiques, with numerous restaurants and bars within walking distance. The hotel is 1800 ft from the College of Charleston and a 9-minute walk to the Charleston City Market. Fort Sumter Ferry is 1 mile away, and the Historic French Quarter and Waterfront Park are nearby.
Pet-Friendly Accommodations and On-Site Spa Services
The hotel welcomes pets with pet baskets, pet bowls, and designated pet-friendly rooms. In-room spa services are available, including couples massage, full body massage, head massage, and spa/wellness packages. Grocery deliveries, family rooms, and a minimarket on site make extended stays convenient for families.
- Rooms: Residential suites with full kitchens, some with washer/dryer
- Dining: The Watch Rooftop, Rise Coffee Bar, breakfast picnic baskets, wine & cheese hour
- Experience: Artist-in-residence, motorcycle design, library, complimentary bikes & Jeep shuttle
- Wellness: Rooftop heated pool, in-room massage, spa packages
- Location: King Street, 9 min walk to City Market, 1800 ft from College of Charleston
- Pet Policy: Pet baskets, bowls, and pet-friendly rooms available
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Private bathroom
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Heated swimming pool
Rooftop pool
Head massage
Full body massage
Spa & wellness center
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Grocery shopping service
- Stores/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Rooftop pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Spa & wellness center
- Head massage
- Full body massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Mirror
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about The Restoration Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 189 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 11.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Charleston International, CHS |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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