French Quarter Inn

Hotels
9.8 (811 reviews)
166 Church Street , Charleston , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional customer service
Thoughtful add-ons
Cons:
Inadequate valet service
Dated room facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.85
Dated and poorly maintained room; cabinet doors misaligned, noisy fridge, and leaking toilet.
Service
10
Generally friendly staff; management responded sincerely to feedback demonstrating care for guest experience.
Location
10
Excellent location within walking distance to major sights in Charleston's historic district.
Room Quality
9.35
Dated and poorly maintained room with several issues noted during stay.
Amenities
10
Limited amenities including no pool or fitness center; acceptable add-ons like complimentary wine and cheese.
Value for Money
9.85
High price point for basic room; felt value proposition fell short.
Food and Beverage
9.35
Underwhelming breakfast comparable to suburban offerings; small dining area.
Overall Experience
10
Management's proactive feedback response improved the overall impression significantly.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 17:58

Property Description

Historic French Quarter Inn on Market Street

Luxurious Amenities and Services
Guests are welcomed with champagne at check-in and treated to a daily gourmet continental breakfast. Enjoy a nightly port wine and cheese reception, freshly baked cookies, and all-day flavoured iced teas and snacks. Evening turndown service with a local treat adds a special touch to your stay.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Comforts
Each vintage-inspired room features free WiFi, a 40-inch flat-screen TV, Blu-Ray/DVD player, and a small refrigerator. Indulge in in-room breakfast or relax with a movie night.

Convenience and Hospitality
Benefit from free bike rentals, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Unwind with in-room massages available upon request. Explore nearby King Street for shopping and dining or visit the South Carolina Aquarium just a short walk away.

Book now to experience the charm and luxury of French Quarter Inn!

Important information:

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CHS

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 42 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 811 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.85
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 9.85
Food and Beverage: 9.35
Overall Experience: 10
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Bernard solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Mollie couple us
10
A very nice welcome to Charleston
Pros:

Clean and welcoming! Staff excellent

Cons:

Would like more breakfast options

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Lakeisha couple us
10
Superb Service, Relaxing Stay!
Pros:

The French Quarter Inn gets it right. From the ready valet, to the seamless check-in & champagne welcome, to the well-appointed rooms and complimentary breakfast ( room service-style if you choose), they have perfected the details of your stay. Bob and the front desk staff were awesomely friendly and informative. Our room and the hotel at-large were extremely clean and in a great location for exploring the Charleston City Market and near-by shops and restaurants. The wine & cheese reception and nightcap cookies and milk were a nice touch as well. The hotel even gifts a deluxe sample of their signature fragrance. The bed was very comfortable, air conditioning was quiet and well-performing...after a few hours of sightseeing, it was very nice to come back to our cool room and see that turndown service had been performed for us, complete with chocolates. I'll definitely stay again when visiting Charleston.

Cons:

Would be nice to have another parking option besides valet, but that's not a dealbreaker.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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marierI2838WL Family
10
Perfect stay in a beautiful location
Pros:

We LOVED our stay at the French Quarter Inn! Bob, at the front desk, is amazing! He was patient with us and made us feel very welcome. The valet service was also amazing! The charcuterie in the evening was so good. We only wish we would have stayed more than one night. Everything was perfect!

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
7
764kwebb Couples San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California
10
Wonderful stay at the French Quarter Inn
Pros:

We had a great stay at the French Quarter Inn. The Inn is in an excellent location so we were able to walk all over Charleston. The local market and restaurants are in close proximity to the Inn. The Inn itself is charming. From the spiral staircase to the first floor reception - all very southern! We stayed in a deluxe king room overlooking St. Philip's church. It was a beautiful room - well appointed. The bathroom was large which is always nice. The breakfast and evening happy hour were excellent, not to mention late night cookies. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We were offered a walking tour by the hotel with a certified guide (Skip Evans). We would highly recommend staying here -- wonderful Inn!

2026-03-31 via Tripadvisor
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bussf2022 Solo travel
10
Amazing Location, Equally Amazing Service!
Pros:

I mean what an amazing hotel, southern hospitality at its finest! I got there a little earlier than I anticipated my room was ready! The room was clean and had a beautiful view. You have a pillow menu if you want different pillows. They have a wine/snack time in the early evening and then cookies and milk in the evening. You get a choice of in room breakfast or going to the lobby. They have candies and free drinks (ice water and lemonade) available all the time. Its right in the middle of everything close to market St, East Bay street and not a crazy walk to King Street (for the best shopping!) if you walk through the American Gardens. I could go on and on, but I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Charleston! Thank you French Quarter Inn for a fantastic stay!

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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robinwY690OE Couples Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
10
Totally Awesome Hotel!!
Pros:

My husband and I went to Charleston to celebrate my birthday. We stayed at The French Quarter Inn. The hotel was just beautiful. We were met when we checked in by an amazing woman named Kim. She not only got us settled in but had all kinds of recommendations for us. There is always coffee and tea in the lobby as well as jars full of jelly beans and candy. We went up to our room. We booked a beautiful king room with a balcony. It was super nice and we enjoyed our coffee in the morning out there. Our room was kept immaculate. They knew it was my birthday and bought up a fabulous cake and champagne. Every need we had was met with perfection and a smile. A hot buffet breakfast is served every morning, wine and cheese and snacks late afternoon and milk and cookies at bedtime. They also have bikes at tour disposal. For a gracious stay in a beautiful hotel that is centrally located, I highly recommend The French Quarter Inn.

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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V8118LOconnied Couples
10
PERFECTION in Charleston
Pros:

French Quarter Inn left nothing to be desired during our four night stay! We enjoyed It’s convenient location-within steps to City Market and walking distance to high-end shopping, activities and fine dining, (we never retrieved our vehicle from valet). Our Deluxe Terrace Suite with a fabulous private balcony overlooking city market was a great place to relax after a day enjoying Charleston, not to mention our lovely, spacious room with fireplace and marble bathroom. Fine hotel amenities include daily free canned drinking water, NOT micro plastic bottled water, and S.Pellegrino. A complimentary delicious gourmet Breakfast, served in-room (if desired), included freshly baked croissants and fresh fruit. A complimentary charcuterie hour with red and white wine-WAY more than just a board-an elegant display with gourmet crackers and bread sticks, pickles, olives, assorted spiced nuts, salamis, prosciutto, and of course, many different soft and hard cheeses. THANK YOU French Quarter Inn-your friendly and attentive staff made our stay just PERFECTION!!!

2026-03-23 via Tripadvisor
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Nick couple gb
9
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Cody couple us
10
Such a great and luxurious experience. I would stay here again, no doubt about it!
Pros:

Overall a great experience - service, amenities, and ambiance.

Cons:

I have no complaints! I only wish I had stayed longer.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Danielle couple us
10
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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stephanierR3008PG Couples Ashland, Oregon
10
Very nice stay in historic area of Charleston, with oiled world grace & modern amenities.
Pros:

Really nice visit at this inn built in old style with modern amenities. Staff was uniformly friendly & helpful, facilities were super clean, well-decorated & maintained. Location is perfect- not too much in the thick of it, so it is quiet and somewhat secluded. Breakfast was fine. Wine time & later night cookies are a nice touch. Bikes available for guests & workout room!

2026-03-15 via Tripadvisor
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Brian couple us
7
Pros:

nice breakfast. close to market

Cons:

furniture is outdated in rooms.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Emily couple us
10
Pros:

This property is fantastic, you are able to walk to most everything .

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Stephanie couple us
8
Lovely historic hotel, lovingly attended.
Pros:

Love the historic building and general location in the historic district. W Liberty St is a busy street, so if you are a light sleeper, you may want to book a back area room.
Breakfast is delightful and coffee/tea is available all the time, as well as water & soft drinks. Welcome cookies and afternoon wine is a nice touch.

Cons:

We would have chosen a better location room for distance from street noise, but all else was lovely. Well decorated & not too precious for a historic space. Great restaurants close by.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Brian06784 Couples New York City, New York
10
Great location
Pros:

It’s more of a hotel than a B&B as they offer valet parking ( for a price), luggage assistance and turn down service. They have a wine and cheese hour, as well as evening dessert and wine. There is a very nice breakfast buffet. I was happy with fruit, granola, bread and smoked salmon. My wife likes eggs and on the second day she did not like the egg dish (they are in warming trays). The staff was a bit light during the evening wine and cheese, and dessert: in walking through we did not see anyone to serve drinks. I know someone was working as each time we walked through, there were many guests with drinks. The hotel is conveniently located near many good restaurants. We recommend SNOB, named after its location: slightly north of Broad.

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor
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blobbie59 Couples Charlotte, North Carolina
10
Wonderful getaway
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful. Very clean. Good buffet breakfast and wine and cheese in the evening. The hotel always as coffee and beverages available all day.

Kim the concierge at the front desk as so helpful and knowledgeable about Charleston. (ie; restaurants and things to do in Charleston)

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor
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Nancy couple us
9
Excellent stay with outstanding amenities
Pros:

Location, amenities, breakfast, happy hour

Cons:

Room was very small and bed not very comfortable

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Charlotte family_with_children us
10
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Courtney couple us
10
2026-03-08 via Nuitee