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Compare the biggest hotels in Charleston
Same order as the list above: largest guest-room count first. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.
| # | Hotel | Guest rooms | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Charleston Place | 435 | (1,002) |
| 2 | The Francis Marion Hotel | 232 | (2,575) |
| 3 | Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton | 216 | (1,030) |
| 4 | Emeline | 212 | (1,768) |
| 5 | THE LOWLINE HOTEL, PART OF JDV BY HYATT CHARLESTON | 191 | (1,532) |
| 6 | Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview by IHG | 179 | (2,455) |
| 7 | Courtyard Charleston Waterfront by Marriott | 179 | (1,000) |
| 8 | Hotel Bennett | 179 | (1,004) |
| 9 | Courtyard Charleston Historic District | 176 | (1,000) |
| 10 | Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District | 170 | (1,488) |
| 11 | The Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel | 166 | (927) |
| 12 | The Dewberry Charleston | 154 | (1,000) |
| 13 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District | 153 | (1,001) |
| 14 | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charleston DWTN - Medical CTR by IHG | 153 | (1,610) |
| 15 | Home2 Suites by Hilton Charleston West Ashley | 150 | (1,000) |
Frequently asked questions
What makes a hotel one of the biggest in Charleston?
The biggest hotels in Charleston are those with the highest room counts and capacity to accommodate large groups under one roof. The Charleston Place leads the list with 435 rooms, followed by The Francis Marion Hotel with 232 rooms and Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton with 216 rooms. These properties can handle sizable room blocks and multiple travelers staying at the same time.
How far ahead should I book if my team needs a block of rooms at a large Charleston hotel?
For a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking, and you'll want to reach out as early as possible to secure availability at the property you need. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can book self-serve on the platform. Large hotels in Charleston fill up during peak travel seasons and event periods, so booking several weeks or months in advance gives you the best selection.
Why book a big hotel in Charleston for a company trip or event?
A bigger hotel keeps everyone together, which simplifies logistics when you're coordinating schedules, meals, or transportation for a group. Large properties often have meeting and event space on-site, so your team can work and stay in the same building. Consolidating your booking at one hotel also makes billing and expense tracking easier.
How does billing work when I book a large group or multiple rooms in Charleston?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you get one invoice for multiple bookings instead of tracking individual receipts. You also have multiple payment options and there's no membership fee to use the platform. This makes it easier to manage expenses when you're booking rooms for several travelers or recurring trips to Charleston.
Are the biggest hotels in Charleston only for groups, or can one traveler book there too?
These hotels work just as well for individual business travelers as they do for groups. A single traveler can search, compare, and book any of these properties on Engine and still benefit from pre-negotiated rates. Large hotels often have amenities like restaurants, fitness centers, and flexible check-in that make solo stays convenient.