Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center

Hotels
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Choice Hotels International
7.3 (19 reviews)
1010 Washington Street East, Building B, Charleston, West Virginia, 25301 , Charleston , US

Facilities

Elevator
Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
Wheelchair accessible parking
Braille or raised signage
Free self parking
Free buffet breakfast
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Well-lit path to entrance
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly/helpful staff (several mentions)
Remodeled, clean rooms and good room size
Kitchenette in rooms
Good value for the price / budget-friendly
Cons:
Cleanliness issues (roaches, smells, unclean sinks, water damage)
Sketchy neighborhood / homeless tents nearby
Noise and poor sound insulation
Amenities inconsistent (ice machine broken, breakfast items run out, understaffing)

Categories

Cleanliness
4.5
Multiple reviews cite roaches, lingering smells (weed, drain), unclean sink with food residue and water damage around fixtures—cleanliness is a clear weakness.
Service
9
Mostly positive mentions of friendly, helpful staff and pleasant day-shift check-out; some reports of understaffing at night and one instance of rude/unprofessional behavior, but overall staff interactions were frequently praised.
Location
5
Repeated comments about a sketchy neighborhood, homeless tents/people around the property and awkward entrance/parking reduce the location score.
Room Quality
8.5
Several guests noted remodeled, clean rooms with kitchenettes and good room size; negatives include occasional odors from drains, leaking AC from above, missing room details and poor sound insulation.
Amenities
6
Kitchenettes are a plus, but guests reported broken/unplugged ice machines, breakfast items running out early, chirping smoke detectors and limited supplies—amenities are inconsistent.
Value for Money
9.5
Many reviewers call the hotel a good or reasonable value for the price and a suitable budget choice despite shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
6.5
Breakfast staff are described as very nice, but multiple notes that breakfast items and coffee run out early or are not fully stocked, producing a mixed but below-expectation experience.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall stays are described as acceptable-to-good for the price with friendly staff and clean remodeled rooms, though noise, cleanliness lapses and the neighborhood detract for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:37

Property Description

Experience a delightful stay at Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of Downtown Charleston.

Complimentary Breakfast
Start your day right with our hearty complimentary buffet breakfast, served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, ensuring a fresh and fulfilling kick-off to your Charleston adventures.

Modern Amenities
Relax in one of our 80 spacious guest rooms, each equipped with flat-screen televisions and complimentary wireless internet access to keep you connected, whether for business or leisure.

Prime Location
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Charleston, with attractions like the Avampato Discovery Museum and Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences just a short stroll away. Enjoy easy access to local highlights and the beautiful surroundings.

Elevate your stay and indulge in all that we offer – book your getaway today at Suburban Studios Charleston - Civic Center!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 19 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.5
Service: 9
Location: 5
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 6.5
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Nathanael
10
Pros:

Great staff

2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
S
Shauna
10
Pros:

First time staying. Will stay again.

2025-12-13 • via Nuitee
N
Nicholas
2
Pros:

We were greeted with roaches and the entire hotel smelling like weed. The staff were unprofessional and rude. The toilet and the sink wouldn't drain. The sink had not been cleaned of some food from the previous occupant.

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
J
Jason
8
Pros:

Other than being noisy it was a great stay!!

2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
R
Richard
8
Pros:

Room was very nice,clean. Better signage for the lobby would help.

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
D
Delford
10
Pros:

Fine for the price. Hotel entrance in odd location

2025-11-30 • via Nuitee
J
Joseph
8
Pros:

Hotel is dated but room was remodeled and very clean. Neighborhood is ok, homeless tent camp next the parking lot looks sketchy. But we had no issues.

2025-11-29 • via Nuitee
D
Dustin • family
10
Pros:

Staff was nice breakfast was good nice hotel for the price

2025-11-28 • via Nuitee
C
Cameron
6
Pros:

The staff in the breakfast area were SO nice... but they didn't have what they needed to put out- not because of their own doing.
The smoke detectors were chirping in the hallways- annoying but fine.
The door keys would only work for a day even though we were there multiple days, and our rooms all needed rekeying. It was a bed, the kitchenette is a nice perk, but I wouldn't stay again.

2025-11-25 • via Nuitee
L
Lawrence
4
Pros:

Seems like a place where people go after they've been evicted from their dumpy apartment.

2025-11-23 • via Nuitee
H
Hunter
4
Pros:

While the reviews arent far off, it still isnt the absolute worst place.

Cons:
- Less then present staff. Only in the first night when i checked in did i see someone behind the counter. I went downstairs to ask for some more towels. But ended up standing around for a few minutes calling out.

- cleanliness was okay. There was water damage around the bottom of the sink and some dust around the edges of the room but i didnt see any mold when i looked around.

- The rule regarding only bringing in service animals doesnt really apply it seems. There were several dogs which were more then likely not service related which would bark throughout the night.

- Noisy neighbors partying throughout the night.

- Less then desirable area. It is a sketchy place to get to and to park. As well as a few homless people who like to gather around that area at night.

- Lackluster security. I didnt see a single security camera when i looked around. Which wouldn't be as much of a problem, if the night shift wasnt missing.

Pros:

- It was moderately priced. It was still a bit much for how the accommodations were lacking.

- Being in the city wasnt terrible. But the other people driving are not the friendly.

2025-11-21 • via Nuitee
J
Jennifer • family
6
Pros:

Ok for one night. Breakfast items/coffee gone with an hour and half left.

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
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Loreto
10
Pros:

Room was nice. Didn't have an ice machine that was working they were all in un plugged. But it was a good place to stay

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Natasha
6
Pros:

The room had a smell but it was from the drain. The AC from the room above me was leaking into my room but I was ok. Overall the stay was good since it was a solo stay.

2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
P
Philip
8
Pros:

Poor sound insulation. heard too much in the hallways and adjoining rooms at 2:00 in the morning.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
M
Marc
6
Pros:

Pretty good for the area. Area simply isn’t that great. Check in is kind of aggressive instead of welcoming. Day shift check out however was very nice and pleasant.

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
H
Halee
6
Pros:

The staff was friendly and the room was a good size with a kitchen. The homeless population is large around the building

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
B
Bobbie
8
Pros:

The hotel was nice but there was homeless people sleeping everywhere

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
D
Delia
8
Pros:

The little details such a pictures in room missing, more utilitarian vibe but clean and close to clay center. Will stay again.

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee