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The Charleston Place

205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, USA, 29401-3130
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About us

An independent, iconic landmark hotel in the heart of Charleston’s historic district. Considered the crown jewel of Charleston, guests and locals gather at The Charleston Place to immerse in extraordinary stay and dine experiences, and connect through curated community programming—activated seasonally, beyond compare. Just outside the hotel are designer boutiques and restaurants, and a few steps away are the city’s famed attractions and historic sites. The hotel is the crossroads of old Charleston, South of Broad and the burgeoning King Street scene. Rooted in authentic Southern hospitality, tenured service staff delivers unscripted gestures made with great joy; creating treasured moments with each visit and every stay. The Place to Meet. With its large ballroom and scalable venues, we welcome your attendees with a pomp and circumstance that is both unexpected and embraced. Offering 40,000 square feet of flexible function space including the Grand Ballroom, ten breakout rooms, eight hospitality suites, the Grand Hall and several outdoor courtyards plus our historic Riviera Theater the hotel can meet the needs of any size group. Located directly across the street from the hotel, the 9,000-square-foot Rivera Theater’s 1930’s Art Deco style enhances one of the most unique conference centers in the nation. A registered National Historic Landmark, it has been lovingly restored and combines state-of-the-art meeting technology with original historic detail.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1986
Renovated2018
Total meeting space57,112 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms434
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Northstar

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
57,112 sq. ft.
Largest room
14,432 sq. ft.
Space (private)
40,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
40
Second largest room
10,824 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
1,700
Seating capacity
1,450

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Hollow square
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Ashley Cooper
1,300 sq. ft.
25 x 52 sq. ft.
10 ft.
135
30
100
135
30
90
-
36
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Beauregard
479 sq. ft.
17 x 28 sq. ft.
10 ft.
40
8
40
40
30
30
24
12
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Colleton
780 sq. ft.
26 x 30 sq. ft.
10 ft.
70
24
50
65
70
36
30
30
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Conference Lounge
850 sq. ft.
-
-
50
-
30
50
25
18
18
-
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Cypress
1,804 sq. ft.
41 x 44 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
40
120
200
150
96
-
50
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Dogwood
1,804 sq. ft.
41 x 44 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
-
120
200
165
96
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Edmunds
532 sq. ft.
19 x 28 sq. ft.
10 ft.
30
15
30
30
24
24
24
18
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Fenwick
1,300 sq. ft.
25 x 52 sq. ft.
10 ft.
145
30
100
135
145
90
-
36
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Grand Ballroom
14,432 sq. ft.
164 x 88 sq. ft.
16 ft.
1700
70
1120
1700
1450
860
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
434
Suites
40
Tax rate
14%

Location

Getting Here

The Charleston Place is located 12 miles from Charleston International Airport.
Distance from airport 12.5 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking

Local Attractions

USS Yorktown
USS Yorktown
Museum
5 mi
The history of Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum began in the summer of 1975 when the legendary aircraft carrier USS Yorktown appeared on the horizon of Charleston Harbor. A few months later, the USS Yorktown was dedicated as the first ship of the Naval & Maritime Museum on the 200th birthday of the United States Navy. Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum was officially opened to the public on January 3, 1976. Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum would become one of the largest museums of its kind in the world with the addition of other Historic Landmarks like the destroyer USS Laffey, known as “The Ship That Would Not Die," the Balao class submarine Clamagore, a replica Vietnam Support Base and the Congressional Medal of Honor Muesum.
40 Patriots Point Rd
Mt. Pleasant, SC, US 29464
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Gibbes Museum of Art
Gibbes Museum of Art
Museum
1 blk
Established as the Carolina Art Association in 1858, the Gibbes Museum of Art opened its doors to the public in 1905. Located in Charleston's historic district, the Gibbes houses a premier collection of over 10,000 works of fine art, principally American works with a Charleston or Southern connection. The benefactor, James Shoolbred Gibbes, donated $100,000 to the Carolina Arts Association upon his death in 1899 for the "erection of a suitable building for the exhibitions of paintings". Not receiving the money until 1903, the Association hired Frank P. Milburn to design the gallery. His design included a Tiffany-style dome, Doric columns and pediment capped windows and doors.
135 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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Charleston Farmers Market
Charleston Farmers Market
Shopping
4 blks
The Charleston Farmers Market operates every Saturday morning starting in April through December in the beautiful Marion Square, between King and Meeting Streets at the edge of Calhoun Street. The park at Marion Square has long been the center of festive activities, and is the perfect tranquil setting for the Farmers Market. Nestled beneath beautiful trees with plenty of room for families to gather and children to play and offers an abundance of the freshest local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers. Or enjoy a delicious breakfast, brunch or lunch while listening to a variety of live entertainment.
Marion Square
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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Middleton Place
Middleton Place
Historical landmark
14 mi
Middleton Place is a National Historic Landmark and a carefully preserved 18th-century plantation that has survived revolution, Civil War, and earthquake. It was the home of four important generations of Middletons, beginning with Henry Middleton, President of the First Continental Congress; Arthur, a signer of the Declaration of Independence; Henry, Governor of South Carolina and an American Minister to Russia; and Williams, a signer of the Ordinance of Secession. Visitors are invited to tour the Gardens, the House Museum, and the Plantation stable yards.
4300 Ashley River Road
Charleston, SC, US 29414
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The Schooner Pride
The Schooner Pride
Recreation
8 blks
Take in the Holy City the way it was meant to be seen, from the peaceful waters of Charleston Harbor, as we mingle with dolphins, pelicans and gulls on our two-hour sailing tours. As we lift our sails, the cool breeze will whisk you away to a time care forgot. Relax and sip wine or another cool beverage as we sail from the Aquarium Wharf and continue sailing past the historic Battery, towards Ft. Johnston and Ft. Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired in 1861.
360 Concord Street
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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Raindow Row
Raindow Row
Historical landmark
10 blks
In 1931 Dorothy Legge purchased 99 and 101 East Bay, beginning the renovation of the area between Tradd and Elliot Streets. Originally these mid-1700 homes had been the center of commerce; merchants had stores on the first floor and lived on the floors above. Neglect over time left these valuable buildings in a state of disrepair. The purchase and restoration by Mrs. Legge inspired others, and today this beautiful array of homes is known as "Rainbow Row".
99 thru 101 East Bay
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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Waterfront Park
Waterfront Park
Park
8 blks
This eight-acre linear park and pier along the Charleston Harbor entry, masterfully combines spectacular fountains, spacious lawns, intimate garden "rooms", walking and jogging path and a long pier with picnic tables and wooden swings.
1 Vendue Range
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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The Old City Market
The Old City Market
Historical landmark
1 blk
It all began nearly 220 years ago when a wealthy Charleston family willed land to the town of Charleston to be used as a public market, with the stipulation that the property revert to the family if used for any other purpose. One of Charleston's most colorful relics has survived a tumultuous past, out lasting tornadoes, hurricanes, a major earthquake and devastation by fires and bombardment from without and within. The open-air market sells high quality products including paintings, pottery and sweetgrass baskets made by local vendors.
Market Street
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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Carriage Tours
Carriage Tours
Recreation
2 blks
Tour downtown Charleston in a horse-drawn carriage while learning about the city's rich history including Antebellum mansions, churches and gardens. It's the best way to see the city and to learn about its rich and vast historical attractions.
Market Street
Charleston, SC, US 29401
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The Charleston Place Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

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Does The Charleston Place have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

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If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Charleston Place's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at The Charleston Place developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does The Charleston Place clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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