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Getting Married in Charleston

These wedding hotels in Charleston range from grand ballrooms to intimate event spaces, all searchable and bookable through Engine. The Charleston Place leads the list with about 14,000 square feet in its Grand Ballroom and 33 event spaces across 435 guest rooms. Couples, wedding planners, and guests needing rooms for out-of-town attendees can compare reception venues and book accommodations in one place.

Charleston's historic charm, waterfront views, and celebrated Southern hospitality make it a beloved wedding destination, and these hotels offer reception and banquet space to match. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at the hotels on this list on Engine, and for a block of 9 or more rooms (perfect for out-of-town guests), Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. Engine offers pre-negotiated rates, consolidated invoicing, multiple payment options, and no membership fee.

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Same order as the list above: ranked by event space, with a tilt toward hotels that list wedding services, a reception hall, or banquet space. Space and amenity details come from each hotel's own records. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.

# Hotel Event spaceGuest roomsWedding servicesReception hallBanquet spaceGuest rating
1 The Charleston Place 14,432 sq ft 435 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (1,002)
2 Hotel Bennett 7,137 sq ft 179 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (1,004)
3 The Francis Marion Hotel 4,510 sq ft 232 Yes Yes Yes 4.5 (2,575)
4 THE LOWLINE HOTEL, PART OF JDV BY HYATT CHARLESTON 4,000 sq ft 191 Yes Yes Yes 4.2 (1,532)
5 Hyatt House Charleston/Historic District 4,000 sq ft 113 Yes Yes Yes 4.3 (1,000)
6 Emeline 3,354 sq ft 212 Yes Yes Yes 4.7 (1,768)
7 Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District 3,381 sq ft 139 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (1,001)
8 Town & Country Inn and Suites 3,075 sq ft 105 Yes Yes Yes 4.6 (1,147)
9 Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton 2,485 sq ft 216 Yes Yes Yes 4.7 (1,030)
10 Grand Bohemian Charleston, Autograph Collection 2,414 sq ft 50 Yes Yes Yes 4.5 (129)
11 The Loutrel 2,475 sq ft 50 Yes Yes Yes 5.0 (1,000)
12 Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District 2,253 sq ft 153 Yes Yes Yes 4.0 (1,001)
13 The Dewberry Charleston 2,250 sq ft 154 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (1,000)
14 Courtyard Charleston Historic District 2,100 sq ft 176 Yes Yes Yes 4.4 (1,000)
15 French Quarter Inn 1,820 sq ft 50 Yes Yes Yes 5.0 (1,031)
16 The Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel 1,701 sq ft 166 Yes Yes Yes 4.3 (927)
17 Live Oak, Charleston Historic District, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel 1,590 sq ft 120 Yes Yes Yes 4.3 (43)
18 Planters Inn 1,500 sq ft 64 Yes Yes Yes 4.8 (1,000)
19 Market Pavilion Hotel 1,369 sq ft 70 Yes Yes Yes 4.6 (1,151)
20 Wentworth Mansion 195 sq ft 21 Yes Yes Yes 5.0 (164)

Frequently asked questions

What should I look for in wedding hotels in Charleston?
Look for hotels with enough reception and banquet space for your guest count, plus enough rooms to comfortably host out-of-town guests. The hotels on this list offer a range of ballroom sizes and on-site guest rooms, and many also provide getting-ready suites and coordination services (specifics vary by property). Booking both the reception space and the guest-room block at the same hotel simplifies logistics for you and your guests.
How does billing work when I reserve a block of rooms for my wedding guests?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you can manage room charges in one place instead of tracking individual bookings. You'll have multiple payment options, and there's no membership fee to use the platform. This makes it easier to stay on budget and keep your wedding planning organized.
Can Engine help with both the guest rooms and the reception space?
Yes. For a guest-room block of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking; for 8 or fewer, you book self-serve. The hotel's reception and event space can be searched and booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's free marketplace of hotel meeting and event spaces across the U.S. and Canada, or you can arrange it with the hotel directly.
What amenities do these hotels typically offer for wedding guests?
Most of the hotels on this list offer on-site parking, wifi, and dining options, and some provide shuttle service to popular Charleston spots or the airport. Amenities vary by property, so it's worth confirming the details when you book. These features can make the stay more convenient and enjoyable for your out-of-town guests.
Should I choose a hotel near my ceremony venue or closer to the airport?
That depends on your priorities. A hotel close to your ceremony venue means less travel time for your wedding party and guests on the big day. If many guests are flying in, a hotel near Charleston International Airport (the airport serving Charleston) can make arrival and departure easier, especially if the venue and hotel offer shuttle service.

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