The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal

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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Property entrance
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Meeting facility
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Map
237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharleston City Market7 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal10 min walk
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)20 min drive

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Charleston Historic District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Charleston Historic District hotel, you'll find College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Also, Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal is within half a mile (1 km) and Patriots Point is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk
  • Marion Square - 6 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 7 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 10 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Henry's House - 6 min walk
  • Hyman's Seafood - 2 min walk
  • Hank's Seafood - 4 min walk
  • TBonz Gill & Grill - 4 min walk
  • Meeting at Market - 3 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Art Deco hotel near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
The Ryder Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a meeting room and coworking spaces. The Ryder Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Ryder Hotel was completed in April 2021.

This Art Deco Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1985
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Ryder Hotel offers 91 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.85 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6–26 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.85 percent

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
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ryder Hotel to the airport?

The Ryder Hotel is 12.8 mi (19-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 The Ryder Hotel?

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ryder Hotel on May 28, 2024 start from $288.0, 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 The Ryder Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ryder Hotel.

How close is The Ryder Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (20-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach and 11.5 mi (21-min drive) from Front Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ryder Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ryder Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 26 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ryder Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Ryder Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 49 per night.

Does The Ryder Hotel have a pool?

The Ryder Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Ryder Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Ryder Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Ryder Hotel to downtown Charleston?

The Ryder Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Charleston.

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 645 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 645 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 645 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 645 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 645 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Simple no fridge in room and needed to be vacuumed. Was a nice big room and it was quiet but getting to the 4th floor was a pain 2 different elevators. Loved room service! Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

ozlem

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
This is a good hotel however parking dog fee resort fee adds up to a pretty high room fee in the end ….
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Breanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a solid stay
Location was great. Hotel was lovely, a bit hipster-ish for our taste (but again, lovely). Staff was great. Thought that the $35/day amenity fee was ridiculous- just charge a fair inclusive price. A solid stay overall, but will probably stay elsewhere next time
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was perfectly cordial and helpful. Rooms are modern and spotlessly clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the amount of space in the room, the decor, and the location. We were able to walk to everything! I only wish the little pool was heated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not like having a $60. destination fee added to my bill but especially thought the $49. per night parking fee was way over the top. Adding up to $158. of added charges for out two night stay. This hotel was not worth the $550. for two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024