The Spectator Hotel

Hotels
10 (671 reviews)
67 State Street , Charleston , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Great location
Nice amenities
Memorable experience
Cons:
Dated bathroom
Poor breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
10
The dated bathroom was mentioned as a disappointment.
Service
10
Staff is extremely friendly and attentive, exemplified by personalized service.
Location
10
In a great location, with easy access to downtown restaurants.
Room Quality
10
Average room size; some positive mentions but dated furnishings noted.
Amenities
10
High-quality amenities including complimentary snacks and nightly turndown service.
Value for Money
10
Great value with several complimentary services.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast was disappointing with low-quality ingredients and limited choices.
Overall Experience
10
The overall experience was top-notch with exceptional service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 21:53

Property Description

Luxurious 1920s-inspired Boutique Hotel in Charleston

Prohibition-era Bar & Personalised Butler Service
Step back in time at our speakeasy-style bar and enjoy handcrafted cocktails. Let our attentive butlers cater to your every need, from turndown service to packing and unpacking.

Gourmet Breakfast & Elegant Accommodations
Start your day with a complimentary gourmet breakfast in the comfort of your room. Each boutique-style room features modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV and iPod dock, with some offering stunning views of the historic city center.

Convenient Location & Exceptional Service
Located just minutes away from Charleston's main attractions, our hotel offers 24-hour reception and concierge services for a seamless stay. Experience true Southern hospitality at The Spectator Hotel.

Book now to indulge in a unique blend of history and luxury at The Spectator Hotel in Charleston.

Important information:

Special conditions apply for bookings of 10 rooms or more.

Guests must be at least 21 years or older to check-in.

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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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

10
Based on 671 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Sophie • family_with_children • gb
10
Wonderful stay at welcoming, comfortable, well located hotel in beautiful Charleston
Pros:

Superb staff - all very friendly and helpful. They offered great advice on places to visit in the area. The hotel was in a great location. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and the free drinks and snacks in minibar added to the sense of friendly hospitality.

Cons:

Hard to find anything to improve on. It would have been nice if there was a breakfast buffet, but since there is no restaurant in the hotel perhaps that would be too difficult!

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
C
Christopher • couple • us
10
Excellent hotel with superb service in the middle of the historic district of Charleston
Pros:

Complimentary breakfast was delicious and served when requested in their lounge. The butler service was helpful and professional. The room was well laid out and quiet with yummy complimentary drinks and snacks, The location is excellent- just steps from the market . We loved our stay.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Supakorn R • couple • th
8
Good
Pros:

Complimentary snack and drinks in the room

Cons:

none

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • us
1
Miserable. Couldn’t wait to leave.
Pros:

Nothing. The room was grubby and dirty. The bed lumpy. Carpet dirty. Curtains dirty.
Elevator filthy.

Cons:

The room was grubby and dirty. The bed lumpy. Carpet dirty. Curtains dirty.
Elevator filthy. The girl at reception was rude. Manager was nice and butler/porter was nice.
Why does booking.com have 5 stars for this hotel?? Manager said it was a 4 star.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • solo_traveller • us
10
Will be coming back!
Pros:

Beautiful, clean room and bathroom. Thoughtful touches with complimentary snacks and drinks. Breakfast in the room each morning made the trip feel truly relaxing.

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
K
Kayre • family_with_children • us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The service and location were top notch!

Cons:

I wish it had been a little cheaper per night.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
J
Journey612042 • Family • Bluffton, South Carolina
10
50th Anniversary Celebration!
Pros:

After 50 years of marriage, not much remains that is unexpected or unexperienced. Although our ‘big celebration’ will be in Europe for the Christmas marketplaces, we decided that on our special day, we would make a celebratory trip to Charleston.

Consulting ChatGPT, I selected The Spectator, based on their promises, expecting a nice high-end hotel. What I did NOT expect was personal butler service (David), who answered every question we had, delivered treats to our room and even brought breakfast in bed the next morning.

Everyone from the valet to the front desk to David himself were over the top in exceeding our expectations. We would highly recommend The Spectator for those moments that you truly need to create an outstanding memory.

2026-08-25 • via Tripadvisor
L
Lee • couple • us
10
Very enjoyable!
Pros:

Roll in handicap bathroom was perfect. Very nice hotel and perfect location.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
D
debrarE4530YL • Solo travel
10
Exceptional service
Pros:

The hotel staff treated me like family. Exceptional service. Chuck was very informative about the area and provided me with directions on navigating the area. Daryl was exceptionally kind and made me feel special one day when he saw me after he left work to remind me to stay hydrated because it was so hot. The housekeepers were kind and very attentive and helpful. This will be my go to place when I return.

2026-08-24 • via Tripadvisor
I
Ivan • couple • us
10
Pros:

The breakfast served to the room was a new twist for us and was exceptionally good.
The service of being shown to your room and being informed of local things to do and see was also a nice gesture.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
W
Wolfram • family_with_children • us
10
Extraordinary stay in Charleston center.
Pros:

Great room and service. The breakfast was very good.

Cons:

-

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
2
293smithk • Couples
10
Exceptional Service and Perfect Location - An Unforgettable Stay!
Pros:

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at The Spectator Hotel from start to finish. From the moment we checked in until our departure, the customer service was truly world-class. The entire team went above and beyond with pampering us with thoughtful amenities, offering great local recommendations, and ensuring every single need was met.

The location could not be better. Almost all of Charleston’s must-see spots in the historic district are within a short walk, making exploring effortless (though you will want a car for the nearby beaches and outer sights).

A special thank you to Chuck, Reid, Toby, Rose, Evelyn, Temier, and the rest of the incredible team for providing such attentive, personalized service. They all made us feel so well cared for and we can’t wait to come back!

2026-08-15 • via Tripadvisor
S
Sonia • extended_group • ae
9
Perfect location
Pros:

Lovely well located hotel. Staff are very knowledgeable and friendly

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
K
Keith • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great staff. All friendly and very accommodating. We will be back.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • couple • us
10
Great hotel and location
Pros:

Excellent location and a wonderful staff. In room breakfast is included- bonus!

Cons:

Mildew in the shower. Same comment I made in my last review.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
M
Madison • couple • us
10
A perfect Charleston hotel equipped with all you could need and more!
Pros:

Stunningly beautiful property in a perfect location.

Cons:

Beautiful decor. Amazing staff. High end facilities.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
M
Mariama • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • fr
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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R298ZIjims • Couples
10
The Spectator Hotel
Pros:

An excellent hotel in a great location!

2026-08-02 • via Tripadvisor
R
Revill • family_with_children • ch
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee