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John Rutledge House Inn

4.0 star property
4-star award-winning B&B near College of Charleston

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Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Courtyard

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
116 Broad St, Charleston, SC, 29401-2437
  • Dock Street Theater
    7 min walk
  • Shops at Charleston Place
    8 min walk
  • College of Charleston
    9 min walk
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    20 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Central Charleston getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Charleston B&B, you'll find College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Waterfront Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 9 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 12 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 14 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 14 min walk
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bitty & Beau's Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Toast Of Charleston - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬4 min walk

About this property

John Rutledge House Inn

4-star award-winning B&B near College of Charleston
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly John Rutledge House Inn. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1763
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
John Rutledge House Inn offers 19 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

John Rutledge House Inn is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 18 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 18.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is John Rutledge House Inn to the airport?

John Rutledge House Inn is 13 mi (20-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at John Rutledge House Inn?

As of Dec 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Rutledge House Inn on Jan 2, 2025 start from $370.0, 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.

Does John Rutledge House Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at John Rutledge House Inn.

How close is John Rutledge House Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 8 mi (15-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach and 11.7 mi (23-min drive) from Sullivan's Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does John Rutledge House Inn offer free breakfast?

John Rutledge House Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at John Rutledge House Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at John Rutledge House Inn?

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

Is there free parking at John Rutledge House Inn?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast. Self parking is available for USD 18.00 per night.

Does John Rutledge House Inn have a pool?

John Rutledge House Inn does not have a pool.

Does John Rutledge House Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is John Rutledge House Inn to downtown Charleston?

John Rutledge House Inn is 0.3 mi away from Charleston.

John Rutledge House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 228 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charles

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I had to choose one word to describe my stay here, it would be phenomenal! From the moment I walked into this amazing, beautiful, historic home, I was greeted with joy by the staff, especially Nicole, who went above and beyond to make my stay delightful. The service was impeccable, with incredible breakfasts, Maria, the chef, made the best poached eggs I’ve ever had. The turn-down service and housekeeping were top-notch, room was spotless and dust free. Tea Time was also amazing, and they wonderfully accommodated my gluten-free needs, making the experience even more special. A special touch was the nightcap waiting for me upon my return in the evening, featuring amazing brandy, port, and sherry. The location is perfect for exploring the best points of interest in historic Charleston, all within walking distance. This has been the most exceptional experience I’ve ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Its was our first family trip only ladies. Nicky welcomed us in. Such a friendly & family environment. Also Gabby, Maurice kitchen staff, and cleaning staff too. We started with an early morning having breakfast we enjoyed very much, choosing our meals every night. Shopping 🛍️ is close if you love shopping. Cafe place we did most of our stay was walking distance Souralle. Ru Ru we enjoyed ice cafe and pizza. We walking to the pier, pineapple 🍍. We want to return again next year. We loved it . Especially the Jacuzzi we had a blast .. we loved everything from 116 John R. We can't wait to return. Quiet place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John and Jim went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Breakfast was served daily and was very good. Location prime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Everette

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed this historic property. It was quiet, but still close to shopping, restaurants, and the other historic attractions of Charleston. The staff is very attentive and friendly. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Montpelier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was impeccable, the location very convenient. Excellent breakfast in the AM.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John was welcoming from the moment we walked in. Always ready for some port and conversation. The room was xomfortable and beautiful. Flowers, afternoon tea, so much to complement. Maurice made breakfast every morning notable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. Great service. Gorgeous room. Beautiful setting. Historic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Lisa was very helpful and friendly. Maurice set a good breakfast. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viswanathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A step back in time, very convenient location most attractions within 10 min.walk Concierge service friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kristin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent B&B experience. Wonderful staff and very nice facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to experience historic Charleston. The inn is beautiful and offers many amenities,,,, a full breakfast, coffee in the lobby, afternoon tea, and evening brandy. Staff are attentive. The area is walkable and filled with historic places of interest. Many fine dining choices.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The John Rutledge House Inn was everything we expected and more! John, our Concierge, was helpful in every way. We could not have asked for a better experience. I would give the John Rutledge House Inn my highest recommendations to anyone who asked. We will plan to stay there again on future trips to Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021