John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

4.0 star property
Luxury bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

Room options

House, 2 Double Beds (Carriage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

House, 1 King Bed (Carriage)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Charleston

A luxury stay in the heart of Charleston awaits you at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston, a recipient of the prestigious Travel & Leisure 500 award in 2021. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Charleston Historic District B&B include Waterfront Park and Port of Charleston.
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What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rainbow Row - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waterfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Charleston City Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port of Charleston - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 22 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sorelle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blind Tiger Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bitty & Beau’s Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Azur - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬4 min walk

About this property

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston

Luxury bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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 luxury John Rutledge House Inn Charleston. For a fee, parking is available.

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

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference 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 Charleston offers 19 accommodations with a safe and free 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 bottles of water and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1763
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

Yep, John Rutledge House Inn Charleston has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 28.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

The closest beach to John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is Front Beach (16.8 km).

What makes John Rutledge House Inn Charleston a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston.

Is John Rutledge House Inn Charleston family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that John Rutledge House Inn Charleston is a hit with families.

Does John Rutledge House Inn Charleston serve breakfast?

Yep, free full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

No, John Rutledge House Inn Charleston does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at John Rutledge House Inn Charleston?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

John Rutledge House Inn Charleston Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 246 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large restored rooms on south borde of french district.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Param

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Must Stay in Charleston

Had an amazing experience. Would highly recommend. Great location right in the heart of the historic dsitrict. Staying here is a destination by itself. Will definitely come back next time. The service is so personalized and friendly and has an old world charm that is so rare in these times.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay in Charleston!

Hospitality at its absolute finest! The small details make a huge difference. You definitely feel like you’re in the upper echelon of society while staying there. Centrally located but yet you feel like you’re far away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. Tea time was a nice treat in the afternoon and breakfast options are the same as a diner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravi Teja Reddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything there as nothing to fault
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love live loved my stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with excellent service. Morning Breakfast was the "Cherry-on -Top", delicious. It was our first trip to Charlston, and the location made exploring a breeze! We would absolute stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historic location…perfect for shopping, dining, whatever within easy walking distance. We will be back..!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic property did not disappoint! Staff was top notch as were the accommodations. When we return to Charleston this will be our go to.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property, room was beautiful and clean. Lots of history. Breakfast was excellent. Great location. Staff accommodating and knowledgeable of city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in another unit at the John Rutledge !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The John Rutledge House Inn is a living history museum. The building is incredible, the amenities are excellent, and the staff is knowledgeable about the building's history and the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay ever

Great location, beautiful place, incredible service and friendliness from the staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff! Friendly, great locale.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to be on Broad Street

An always cozy and peaceful stay at the Rutledge. A superior breakfast this time served in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

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