Charleston BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel

Property Description

Getaway to this Downtown Charleston hotel and enjoy a relaxing setting near beaches, cafes filled with local cuisine, area tours and unique boutiques. Located near historic downtown Charleston, our property offers access to so many of the area's attractions. Guests traveling for leisurely trips will delight in visiting Citadel Museum, Charleston City Marina, South Carolina Children's Museum, South Carolina Aquarium and Fort Sumter Tours. If you're looking for recreational activities, this Charleston hotel is close to Trophy Lake Water Sports Center, Brittlebank Park, Joe Riley Stadium and James Island County Park. The area also offers lots of unique shopping at Market Street, King Street, Mount Pleasant Towne Center and Citadel Mall. Nine wonderful restaurants are also within two miles of this downtown Charleston hotel. Those traveling on business are ensured a productive trip, as the Medical University of South Carolina, Port of Charleston, Boeing and Charleston Air Force Base are all nearby. Enjoy a comfortable stay in our well-appointed guest rooms or suites, all offering free wireless Internet, a refrigerator, a gourmet coffeemaker and cable or satellite television. Wake up to either an exciting view of the city or a serene view of the river, as well as a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast or hot breakfast buffet. Unwind by splashing around in the outdoor pool with sundeck and cabana at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel. Guests love that this pet-friendly downtown Charleston hotel also offers many other amenities, making their stay convenient and pleasant. Enjoy access to a 24-hour exercise facility, guest laundry, a 24-hour business center, a convenience store, free parking and complimentary newspapers. A great meal is never far away, as our property also boasts a full-service, onsite restaurant, the Sweetgrass Gathering Place. For a wonderful trip to Charleston, reserve a stay at BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel today.

Exterior

Amenities

· 24-hour front desk
· AM/FM radio
· Accessible facilities
· Air conditioning
· Air conditioning
· Alarm clock
· All public areas non-smoking
· Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
· Bell staff/porter
· Business center
· Cable television
· Cocktail lounge
· Coffee/Tea maker
· Complimentary breakfast
· Complimentary full american breakfast
· Complimentary in-room coffee or tea
· Conference facilities
· Connecting rooms
· Cribs
· Data port
· Data port
· Desk
· Elevators
· Executive floor
· Exercise gym
· Express check-out
· Fax service
· Free local calls
· Free parking
· Front desk
· Gift/News stand
· Gift/News stand
· Hair dryer
· Hairdryer
· High speed internet access
· High speed internet connection
· High speed wireless
· Ice machine
· Interior corridors
· Ironing board
· Late check-out available
· Meeting rooms
· Microwave
· Motorcycle parking
· Multilingual staff
· Non-smoking rooms (generic)
· Onsite laundry
· Outdoor parking
· Outdoor pool
· Photocopy center
· Pool
· Recreational vehicle parking
· Refrigerator
· Restaurant
· Safe
· Safe deposit box
· Security
· Truck parking
· Voice mail
· Wake-up calls
· Wheel chair access

Room Information

1 KING BED
King bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Refrigerator, Meal included: full American breakfast
1 KING BED
King bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Refrigerator, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS
Queen bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Coffee/Tea maker, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS
Queen bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Meal included: full American breakfast
SUITE-1 KING BED
King bed, Non-smoking, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS
Queen bed, Non-smoking, Wireless internet connection, Coffee/Tea maker, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS
Queen bed, Non-smoking, Meal included: full American breakfast
2 QUEEN BEDS
Queen bed, Non-smoking, Meal included: full American breakfast

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 3:00 PM
· Check out time is 11:00 AM
· Time Zone is EST
· Opened in 1980
· Renovated in 01/01/2007
· 153 rooms.
· 2 suites.
· 8 floors.

Directions

·From: Interstate 26. Exit 221A will merge onto US Highway 17 South. Travel approximately one mile, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel is located on the right, after Arby¿s fast food restaurant. ·From: Highway 17 south. Follow US Highway 17 South into Charleston. US 17 South will cross over a large bridge (Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge). At the foot of the bridge, continue traveling on US 17 South for about one mile. The Follow US Highway 17 North into Charleston. Cross over the Ashley River Bridge. While on the bridge, travel in the second from the right lane and exit onto Lockwood. At the stoplight, turn left onto Lockwood Boulevard going north. Follow Lockwood Boulevard under the bridge, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Charleston Downtown Hotel entrance is on the right. Charleston Downtown Hotel will be on the right, after Arby¿s fast food restaurant. ·From: Highway 17 north. Follow US Highway 17 North into Charleston. Cross over the Ashley River Bridge. While on the bridge, travel in the second from the

Restaurant Information

Hominy Grill

1.00 mile(s) from Hominy Grill, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, eat inside or out on the cozy patio with Southern specialities and brunch served on Saturday and Sunday. A local favorite.

Basil

1.00 mile(s) from Basil, Full Service, International, Open for: lunch, dinner, this trendy Thai restaurant serves a great variety of delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts.

Sapphire

Adjacent to Sapphire, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, offers a wide range of meat, seafood and unique dishes cooked on wood-fired ovens

California Dreaming

0.70 mile(s) from California Dreaming, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, a family favorite located on the Ashley River offering a variety of seafood, steaks and salads.

Marina Variety Store

0.50 mile(s) from Marina Variety Store, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, enjoy delicious seafood and a selection of local favorite dishes while watching the boats come and go from the Charleston City Marina.

Blossom

2.00 mile(s) from Blossom, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, known for its seafood, Blossom is a one of a kind restaurant. Enjoy courtyard dining or dine in the light airy dining area. From seafood to pizza to amazing desserts, this in

39 Rue de Jean

1.00 mile(s) from 39 Rue de Jean, Full Service, French, Open for: lunch, dinner, enjoy a delicious meal at this cozy french restaurant. Brunch is served on Sunday.

Grill 225

1.50 mile(s) from Grill 225, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, this upscale restaurant serves 100% USDA prime beef and seafood. While there, visit the rooftop bar and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city and the Ravenel Bridge.

Pearlz

2.00 mile(s) from Pearlz, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, this fun, trendy restaurant is where to go for oysters. Don't miss their happy hour where prices on many items are cut in half.

Sweetgrass Gathering Place

Sweetgrass Gathering Place, on premises, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, dinner, featuring good food and good drinks. Offers lowcountry cuisine, daily happy hour specials, and a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning.

Meeting Facility

Accommodates up to: 100

Accommodates up to: 100

Recreation Information

Outdoor pool - OUTDOOR POOL

Cardiovascular exercise - EXCKOT

River - 0.70 mile(s) from California Dreaming, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, a family favorite located on the Ashley River offering a variety of seafood, steaks and salads.

Beach - 11.00 mile(s) from Isle of Palms Beach

Pool - Outdoor pool sundeck and cabana located outside

Weightlifting - Weight lifting equipment

Sunbathing - Sunbathing, pool deck

Area Attractions

Beaufort,
69.00 mile(s) from Beaufort, SC

Columbia,
110 mile(s) from Columbia, SC

Hilton Head,
107 mile(s) from Hilton Head, SC

Savannah,
106 mile(s) from Savannah, GA

Myrtle Beach,
95.00 mile(s) from Myrtle Beach, SC

Mount Pleasant Towne Center
3.00 mile(s) from Mount Pleasant Towne Center

Northwoods Mall
13.00 mile(s) from Northwoods Mall

Citadel Mall
5.00 mile(s) from Citadel Mall

Market Street,
1.00 mile(s) from Market Street, open-air market, sweetgrass baskets, homemade low country items

Tanger Outlet Mall
9.00 mile(s) from Tanger Outlet Mall

King Street,
1.00 mile(s) from King Street, variety of shops in the historic district

Robert Bosch
16.64 mile(s) from Robert Bosch

Boeing
12.06 mile(s) from Boeing

Blackbaud
16.41 mile(s) from Blackbaud

Hawthorne
12.77 mile(s) from Hawthorne

Verizon Wireless Business
12.77 mile(s) from Verizon Wireless Business

DCS
9.43 mile(s) from DCS

College of Charleston
1.30 mile(s) from College of Charleston

Charleston Southern University
17.66 mile(s) from Charleston Southern University

Medical University of South Carolina,
1.38 mile(s) from Medical University of South Carolina, colleges of medicine, dental medicine, pharmacy, health professionals, graduate Studies, nursing

The Citadel College of South Carolina,
0.50 mile(s) from The Citadel College of South Carolina, military college

Trident Technical College,
2.40 mile(s) from Trident Technical College, Palmer Campus

White Point Gardens,
2.46 mile(s) from White Point Gardens, also known as battery park, this park offers exceptional views of Charleston Harbor and historic homes

Angel Oak Tree,
10.35 mile(s) from Angel Oak Tree, Said to be the oldest thing-living or man made- east of the Rocky Mountains, dates back at least 1500 years

Trophey Lake,
7.74 mile(s) from Trophey Lake, water sports center---voted the best ski lake in the world by Waterski Magazine

Columbus Street Terminal
3.24 mile(s) from Columbus Street Terminal

Exchange/Provost Dungeon
1.00 mile(s) from Exchange/Provost Dungeon

Charles Towne Landing,
3.76 mile(s) from Charles Towne Landing, first permanent European colony in the Carolinas- Date back to 1670

Citadel Museum,
0.50 mile(s) from Citadel Museum, military college museum

Children's Museum
1.68 mile(s) from Children's Museum

United States Coast Guard
1.58 mile(s) from United States Coast Guard

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge,
2.50 mile(s) from Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, also known as the Cooper River Bridge, has one of the longest cable-stayed bridge main spans in the Western Hemisphere

USS Yorktown,
5.98 mile(s) from USS Yorktown, Naval ship

National Oceanic & Atmospheric Adminstration
6.88 mile(s) from National Oceanic & Atmospheric Adminstration

Fort Sumter Tours
2.32 mile(s) from Fort Sumter Tours

Gibbes Museum of Art
2.19 mile(s) from Gibbes Museum of Art

Charleston Museum
2.00 mile(s) from Charleston Museum

Carriage Tours
2.50 mile(s) from Carriage Tours

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
1.88 mile(s) from South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

Schooner Pride,
2.32 mile(s) from Schooner Pride, tall ship

Old City Market,
2.50 mile(s) from Old City Market, open air market

Boone Hall Plantation
11.59 mile(s) from Boone Hall Plantation

South Carolina Aquarium
2.30 mile(s) from South Carolina Aquarium

Nathaniel Russell House,
2.22 mile(s) from Nathaniel Russell House, historic home tour featuring a free-flying staircase built in 1808

Hunley Submarine
6.26 mile(s) from Hunley Submarine

Charleston City Marina
0.75 mile(s) from Charleston City Marina

US Army Corps of Engineers
1.08 mile(s) from US Army Corps of Engineers