CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
the
grande dame of charleston sc hotels
Welcome to Planters Inn, the iconic Charleston SC hotel located in the very heart of the famed Historic District. Winner of the Travel + Leisure #1 Best U.S. Boutique Hotel Award, recognized among the Top 100 Hotels in the World, and South Carolina's only Relais & Châteaux Hotel. Where your perfect Southern getaway begins.
LEGACY & LOCATION
175 years of southern hospitality
When Planters Inn was built in 1844, it captured the very best location in downtown Charleston—the corner of Market and Meeting streets. Today, the landmark hotel enjoys an unrivaled position in the absolute heart & soul of the Charleston Historic District. The best things to do in Charleston are right outside our front door. As a point of reference: Planters Inn overlooks the Charleston City Market, the King Street shopping district is one block away, and the neighborhoods surrounding the hotel are filled with spectacular historic mansions.
elegant & inviting
Step inside our sanctuary of refined Southern style to de-stress & unwind. Our boutique hotel is beautiful to behold with high ceilings, silk window dressings, dozens of working fireplaces, and a four-poster bed with luxurious Italian linens in every room.
STAY IN STYLE
very spacious rooms & suites
Planters Inn is an artfully preserved historic architectural treasure offering 64 spacious king rooms and suites. We recently ushered in a new era of luxury with the debut of 11 of the city's largest hotel suites, and we are proud to offer the most stunning Charleston hotel rooms. Planters Inn is more glamorous than ever, and we are excited to share it with you.
EXCLUSIVE OFFER
a suite ride
We’ve made staying in a suite even sweeter! Enjoy complimentary use of an exquisite new BMW 750i or X5 during your stay when you book one of the hotel's suites online. Valid on stays through June 15, 2019.
DISCOVER OUR SUITES
One of Charleston's best-kept secrets, The St. Philip Suite is the crowning glory of Planters Inn's recent renovation and expansion.
Situated on the top floor of the hotel and designed to feel like a private 1,460-square-foot pied-a-terre in the heart of the Historic District, this grand apartment boasts the elegant yet comfortable details of a private Historic Charleston residence.
Hardwood floors, high ceilings, Baker Historic Charleston Collection furnishings, artwork by Jonathan Green, arched doorways, and custom lighting invite guests to experience refined Southern style.
Reading Room - Living Room - Bedroom - Dining Area and Kitchen - Spacious Bathroom - Three flat screen televisions - Dining Table with Seating for 10 People - Full-Sized Refrigerator - Dishwasher - Microwave - Nespresso Machine - Plush Sofa - Four Poster King Bed
Planters Inn caps off a stunning renovation by unveiling The Charleston City Market Suite, majestic accommodations offering distinct Southern style and views of America's oldest public market.
This one-of-a-kind suite measures approximately 1,100 square feet, making it one of Charleston’s premier hotel accommodations. Designed for guests who prefer additional privacy and a separate entrance; the airy Charleston City Market Suite is exclusively accessed via the picturesque piazzas that overlook Planters Inn’s lush courtyard.
The suite's abundant natural light, calming palette of neutral tones, and custom-designed dressing room with dual spacious closets is the ideal setting for bridal parties and portraits.
Reading Room - Living Area - Bedroom - Dressing Room with Dual Closets - Spacious Bathroom - Two Flat Screen Televisions - Plush Seating - Four Poster King Bed - Nespresso Machine
Planters Inn offers the city's best historic hotel accommodations including the one-of-a-kind Proprietor's Suite. Enter into a spacious living room and adjoining dining area with soaring ceilings, seagrass flooring, classic architectural elements including custom crown molding, and soft suede furnishings—an enclave of style and comfort.
In the master bedroom, a handcrafted four-poster king bed from the Baker Historic Charleston Collection, Italian linens, and soothing, neutral tones create a sanctuary of tranquility. South-facing windows bathe the master bedroom in beautiful, natural light throughout the day and provide a beautiful view of St. Philip's Church steeple, a National Historic Landmark that has stood watch over Charleston since 1850.
A wet bar and dining table provide the comforts of home while original artwork and antiques lend the suite an air of refined Southern elegance. This suite features a marble bathroom with both shower and separate tub as well as a powder room.
Living Room - Powder Room - Spacious Bathroom with Shower and Tub - Bedroom - Wet Bar and Bistro Table - Leather Chesterfield Sofa that Converts to a Bed - Mini Refrigerator - Nespresso Machine - Four Poster King Bed
A two-room jewel box-like space with ten-foot ceilings and classic architectural elements, The Governor’s Suite offers refined Southern style in the heart of Charleston's famed Historic District.
Step inside this spacious, two-room hotel suite to the fully furnished living room with plush sleeper sofa, custom upholstered chairs, flat-screen tv, coffee table stocked with award-winning local lifestyle magazines, writing desk, sideboard with Nespresso machine, a working historic fireplace.
Pass through double doors into the bedroom, where a beautiful four-poster king bed from the Baker Historic Charleston furniture collection with Italian linens ensures and soothing night's rest. A second flat-screen tv is located in the bedroom.
In addition to a sparkling new shower, the travertine marble bathroom is stocked with Gilchrist & Soames spa-quality amenities, robes, and slippers.
Living Room - Bedroom - Recently Renovated Bathroom - Flat Screen TV - Four Poster King Bed - Fireplace - Nespresso Machine - Plush Sleeper Sofa
Discover The Garden Courtyard Suite, spacious new accommodations offering décor and ambiance that encapsulate Charleston art de vivre with custom crown molding, original artwork, hardwood floors, and a chic neutral palette.
Enter into the comfortable living room with plush seating, flat-screen tv, coffee table stocked with award-winning local lifestyle magazines. The sparkling new bathroom features sleek quartz countertops, shower, and custom lighting.
Unwind in the generously sized bedroom where the exquisitely crafted four-poster king bed from the Baker Furniture's Historic Charleston Collection will transport you back to the sophisticated craftsmanship of late 18th-Century Charleston.
Living Room - Bedroom - Sparkling Bathroom - Flat Screen TV - Four Poster King Bed
EXQUISITE DINING
Signature Enchanted Evenings
There’s also more to Planters Inn than meets the eye: A hidden garden courtyard illuminated by flickering lanterns provides the resplendent, one-of-a-kind arrival to the most romantic restaurant in Charleston—the renowned Peninsula Grill. And no visit to Charleston is complete without tasting Peninsula Grill's famous 12-layer Ultimate Coconut Cake.
DISCOVER WHAT AWAITS
See & Be Seen
Take a tour of our photo gallery to discover some of the lovely Charleston traditions that permeate the hotel, including sweetgrass baskets, four poster beds, Audubon prints, carriage lanterns, and our hidden garden-courtyard—an oasis of tranquility.
ART DE VIVRE
Southern Charm, Cuisine, Character, Calm & Courtesy
Established in France in 1954, Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of privately-owned landmark hotels and renowned restaurants located in the world’s most romantic, most cultured, and most memorable destinations. In addition to luxurious accommodations and gourmet cuisine, members are known for the 5C Standards: Charm, Cuisine, Character, Calm, and Courtesy.
Planters Inn & Peninsula Grill are the only members of Relais & Châteaux located in South Carolina. Fellow members include Blackberry Farm (TN), The Surry Hotel (NY), Daniel (NY), Eleven Madison Park (NY), The Wauwinet (MA), Ocean House (RI), Auberge du Soleil (CA), The French Laundry (CA), and The Little Nell (CO), among others.
A Timeless Luxury Hotel in Charleston
We love Charleston. We are going to help you fall in love with our special city, too. When you book directly with us, you will receive the best rates for your travel dates.
Reserve by Phone
(843) 722-2345
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