The Ryder Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco Charleston hotel in Charleston Historic District with bars/lounges

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The Ryder Hotel

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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Property entrance
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Meeting facility

Overview of The Ryder Hotel

8.4

Very Good

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Charleston.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the neighborhood

237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401-1609
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharleston City Market7 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal10 min walk
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)20 min drive
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Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

The Ryder Hotel is located in Charleston Historic District, a neighborhood in Charleston, and is in a rural area and near the beach. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for USS Yorktown, a top attraction not to be missed. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 4 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 7 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 10 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Henry's House - 6 min walk
  • Hyman's Seafood - 2 min walk
  • Hank's Seafood - 4 min walk
  • TBonz Gill & Grill - 4 min walk
  • Meeting at Market - 3 min walk

About this property

The Ryder Hotel

Hotel rejuvenated in 2021 and located near Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
Charleston City Market and College of Charleston are located near The Ryder Hotel, which provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and 2 bars. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, 1 meeting room, and coworking spaces
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 91 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

The Ryder Hotel is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6–26 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1985
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - April 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.85 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6–26 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.85 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

King Charles Inn
King Charles Inn
The Ryder Hotel Hotel
The Ryder Hotel Charleston
The Ryder Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ryder Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ryder Hotel?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ryder Hotel on Apr 21, 2024 start from $284.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Ryder Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Ryder Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 49 per night.

What time is check-in at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Ryder Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Ryder Hotel located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Waterfront Park are also within 15 minutes.

The Ryder Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 610 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel in the heart of historic Charleston. The location was fantastic - can easily walk to all the main attractions, and King St. shopping and great restaurants are all close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location for visitors to Charleston funky really good vibes for younger crowd
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice vibe and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jon, greenville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loud fresh air vent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROXANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ryder is a wonderful getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Great Location
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5