20 South Battery

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

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20 South Battery

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Front of property
Garden
Luxury Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/ No Windows | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Garden

Overview of 20 South Battery

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston18 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharleston City Market18 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal19 min walk
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)24 min drive

Room options

Battery Carriage House - Classic

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Lathers Suite - Grand

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Battery Carriage House Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/ No Windows

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Blacklock-Ravenel King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Simonds Suite - Grand

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premier Suite

  • 1194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Heart of Charleston.Your stay at this Charleston Historic District B&B places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and College of Charleston. Charleston City Market and Patriots Point are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 18 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 18 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 19 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 20 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Griffon - 17 min walk
  • Blind Tiger - 11 min walk
  • 82 Queen - 11 min walk
  • Bitty & Beau's Coffee - 16 min walk
  • The Vendue - 17 min walk

About this property

20 South Battery

3-star B&B near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly 20 South Battery. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of 20 South Battery was completed in September 2020.

This 3-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1843
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
20 South Battery offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.9 miles (USD 18 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: Keys will be left with Security
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 0.5 percent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
  • Resort fee: USD 34.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 18 per day (4593 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Battery Carriage House Inn Charleston
Battery Carriage House Inn
Battery Carriage House Charleston
Battery Carriage House
1843 Battery Carriage House Hotel Charleston
1843 Battery Carriage House Inn b&b
Battery Carriage House Inn
20 South Battery Charleston
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast Charleston

Frequently asked questions

How close is 20 South Battery to the airport?

20 South Battery is 13.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at 20 South Battery?

As of Apr 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 20 South Battery on Apr 28, 2024 start from $379.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does 20 South Battery have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at 20 South Battery.

How close is 20 South Battery to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 11.7 mi (26-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach and 12.4 mi (26-min drive) from Front Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 20 South Battery offer free breakfast?

20 South Battery offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 20 South Battery?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at 20 South Battery?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 20 South Battery?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does 20 South Battery have a pool?

20 South Battery does not have a pool.

Does 20 South Battery have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is 20 South Battery to downtown Charleston?

20 South Battery is 0.7 mi away from Charleston.

20 South Battery Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at 20 South Battery. The building and grounds are beautiful and historic. The location is perfect! Can walk everywhere from the waterfront and into the French Quarter. We cannot wait to return and we will be telling friends and families that it’s a must stay when in Charleston. The evening wine and charcuterie on the front porch was lovely as well! Thank you very much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So happy we stayed at 20 South Battery. The staff was outstanding. So kind, helpful and informative. Definitely went above and beyond to accommodate. The location was perfect. Just out of the heart of the busier, noisier areas but still close to everything. We loved our stay and will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was incredible. The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Room comfort
Some rooms are awful / Beware Hotels.com
This property has several rooms - some are in the main house: some are on street level (similar to a basement), and some are surrounded by a garden. We paid an exorbitant rate for a small garishly decorated room, without much light, and cheap ceramic tile floors (not the wood floors pictured). The one good thing - it was located on a quiet street. We also checked out a day early (for illness) and were still charged. Totally disputing Hotels.com because the independent hotel charge was half of what Hotels.com charged me. Never using this service again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was wonderful. Abby, Tommy and Ryan went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023