Enjoy 18% Off and a Welcome Drink at Benne's
This winter, let the cozy magic of Charleston wrap you in its seasonal glow. Our Warming Up to Charleston offer invites you to enjoy 18% off your room rate and a welcome drink at Benne’s, our cafe and bar, where Southern hospitality meets fire-side comfort.
The Grande Dame of Boutique Hotels in Charleston's Historic French Quarter
When Planters Inn first opened its doors in 1844, it claimed one of the most coveted locations among Charleston Hotels — the iconic corner of Market and Meeting Streets. Today, this historic luxury hotel continues to preside over the very heart of downtown Charleston, South Carolina, offering guests refined accommodations steps from the City Market and King Street.
As South Carolina’s only Relais & Châteaux hotel, Planters Inn is an intimate sanctuary for travelers who appreciate timeless elegance, personal service, and a sense of place. Behind our stately façade, guests discover gracious interiors, residential-style suites, and a hidden garden courtyard that feels worlds away from the bustle outside.
TRAVEL + LEISURE MAGAZINE'S #1 BEST U.S. BOUTIQUE HOTEL AWARD-WINNER
"Staying at Planters Inn is akin
to an overnight with well-to-do friends
in their old Charleston mansion."
—Travel + Leisure magazine
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Refined Style & Historic Character
Every detail of our luxury boutique hotel reflects Charleston’s storied past and gracious hospitality. Guest rooms and suites feature four-poster beds from Baker’s Historic Charleston Collection, silk drapery, fireplaces, private piazzas, and curated antiques — all opening onto a serene, hidden garden courtyard. Planters Inn blends historic architecture with modern comfort, creating a setting that feels both elegant and inviting.
STAY IN STYLE
Spacious Hotel Suites in Charleston, SC
Planters Inn has some of the largest hotel suites in downtown Charleston. Every element has been thoughtfully considered to create a comfortable, residential-style living space equally suited to business and leisure travel--from oversized closets to accommodate your travel wardrobe to king-size four-poster beds for a wonderful night of sleep.
"Stepping into Planters Inn is like stumbling
upon your own secret oasis. The elegant
lobby is a precursor to the tranquility
of the garden courtyard."
— Atlanta Magazine
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Enchanted Evenings
Acclaimed Dining at Peninsula Grill
Beyond the garden path illuminated by lantern light lies Peninsula Grill, Charleston’s most romantic restaurant and a destination in its own right. Consistently ranked among the city’s finest dining experiences, Peninsula Grill is renowned for its elegant atmosphere, exceptional service, and iconic cuisine — including the world-famous Ultimate Coconut Cake®.
"Peninsula Grill epitomizes fine dining.
The velvet-lined walls and antebellum
portraits set a cultivated mood
and the food is sublime."
— Conde Nast Traveler
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
DISCOVER WHAT AWAITS
See & Be Seen
Want to see photos of our hotel in Charleston? Our image gallery highlights the Lowcountry traditions that permeate our historic hotel, including sweetgrass baskets, four poster beds, Audubon prints, carriage lanterns, and more!
"When you walk around Planters Inn,
you will find old Southern elegance,
including a leafy interior courtyard
and parlor with gold chandeliers."
— Forbes
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
THINGS TO DO & SEE
Experience the Best Place to Stay in Charleston
With a premier location in the Charleston Historic District, Planters Inn places guests within walking distance of the city’s most celebrated attractions. Planters Inn overlooks the Charleston City Market and King Street is one block away.
Ask the concierge for a map of Charleston. You will see that the most scenic neighborhoods, the most popular attractions, and the best things to do are within walking distance of the hotel.
"Sitting smack-dab in
the heart of
downtown, this beautiful hotel
is the heart and soul of
Historic Charleston."
— U.S. News
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ART DE VIVRE
A Relais & Châteaux Hotel in Charleston, SC
Planters Inn is proud to be the only Relais & Châteaux hotel in South Carolina, part of an exclusive global collection of privately owned landmark hotels and restaurants. This distinction places Planters Inn among celebrated properties such as The Inn at Little Washington, The French Laundry, Ocean House, and Blackberry Farm — united by a shared philosophy of art de vivre, exceptional hospitality, and unforgettable experiences.
"Part of the Relais & Châteaux group,
this boutique property with well-appointed
and beautifully maintained rooms is
a stately sanctuary amid the bustle of
Charleston's City Market."
— Fodor's
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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