Medical University of South Carolina - 16 min walk
The Citadel - 17 min walk
College of Charleston - 2 min drive
Charleston City Market - 4 min drive
Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive
Getting around
Charleston Station - 17 min drive
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
Taco Bell - 10 min walk
California Dreaming - 3 min drive
Waffle House - 17 min walk
MUSC Cafeteria - 2 min drive
About this property
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown
Hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Close to College of Charleston, Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Garden Grille & Bar, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff, and a reception hall
Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 141 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends: USD 15 per person
1 restaurant
1 bar
Restaurants on site
The Garden Grille & Bar
Things to do
Fitness center
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Free cribs/infant beds
Free rollaway/extra beds
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Refrigerator
Conveniences
Banquet hall
Elevator
Front-desk safe
Reception hall
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Business services
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront Hotel Charleston Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront/Downtown Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Waterfront/Downtown
Hilton Garn Inn Waterfront
Hilton Charleston Waterfront
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Charleston
Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown located?
Located in Downtown Charleston, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harborage at Ashley Marina and College of Charleston. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1000 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1000 reviews" "
8 - Good
308
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1000 reviews" "
6 - Okay
122
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1000 reviews" "
4 - Poor
56
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1000 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
39
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
James
Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
14 January 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Wish I knew they had renovations going on before arriving.
The mattress was very comfortable, but the bedding smelled of diesel fuel or gas or kerosene. To the point my husbands back smelled like it after we woke up and my clothes also absorbed the smell.
Upon check out, I was just letting them know to clean the bedding better or figure it out for next guest and my concern was dismissed to a new mattress smell. I have smelled new mattresses, they usually do not smell like gas.
Great price for location, quality of room, hotel. We enjoyed the lobby. Would come again.
Julia
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Ron
Traveled with group, Traveled with family
18 November 2024
I was charged $5.98 more than Expedia quoted me.
I reserved two rooms : one room had a beautiful harbor view and the other room had a parking lot view.
Each charged the same price.
Reported light bulb out and it wasn't replaced before we left.
Need vending machines
Be nice to have shuttles to take visitors to tourist areas
Most of the seasoned staff were super pleasant, The younger needs more customer care training.
Mary L
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Linda
Traveled with partner
14 November 2024
The music from the rooftop bar was too loud so finally l asked the front desk to turn it down and within minutes it was down! Thank you Tremika for wonderful service!!
Your property was so quiet!! We slept so well. Your front desk help was extremely friendly. Your pool was perfect for my lap swimming. Parking was so convenient. Breakfast options were amazing.
Staff was great. Disappointing was the cleanliness of the floors both wooden and carpeting in the lobby.
William
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
MARK
28 October 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel was in a very nice and safe are. However Hotel was a little tired and dirty. Could use a refurbishing. Especially whith the amount we paid.
MARK
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susanne
Traveled with partner
25 October 2024
Tremika Copeland, the operations manager, was amazing! She went out of her way to find us a room to exchange when we told her the first room’s bed was too soft for us. The room was cozy and clean with the best towels and sheets. The lobby was great with a pantry, bar, and dining area. Parking was easy and in a free garage attached to the hotel. I would stay here again!
Susanne
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Colleena
23 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is located between 2 highways. Very loud.