IN THE NEWS
From limited-edition mezcal to IPAs brewed on-site, these hotels have something special on the menu.
Though Charleston has a glut of noteworthy accommodations, there’s one that particularly stands out its winning combination of a convenient location, dazzling design, and unforgettable amenities that go beyond even the most reputable and luxurious Charleston hotels.
A whimsically elegant hotel known for its grandeur and impeccable design isn’t complete without an equally appealing spa. Every detail at The Spa at Hotel Bennett evokes a sense of style and serenity – the spa isn’t huge, but it’s appropriately intimate for its boutique setting.
As part of my work as a travel writer with a focus on the South, I often review hotels and have stayed at or toured most of Charleston's hotels and inns over the last decade or so.
In the process, I've discovered and become impressed with the variety of accommodations, which range from grand buildings with a timeless ambiance to modern properties designed with contemporary style.
With a rich 300 year history, Charleston today is a historical treasure. The largest city in South Carolina has risen from being a major slave trading port, to a city full of tradition, hospitality and beautifully preserved architectural and historical treasures. From its preserved antebellum mansions, cobblestone streets and Historic Charleston City Market, the city presents a rich coastal culture with a bustling dining scene and true Lowcountry warmth.
Whether you're planning a glamorous Valentine's Day vacation to remember or surprising your partner with a fabulous couple's trip, nailing down the perfect place to spend a long weekend (or more) may feel like a daunting task. When searching for just the right romantic getaway, it's important to find a destination that fits your needs as a couple and as individuals so that you both leave refreshed and rejuvenated.
You don't have to spend the equivalent of your childbirth bills to get away for that final pre-baby break. These beautiful babymoon destinations for 2022 are romantic and affordable.
Located on a peninsula surrounded by small barrier islands, and once walled for protection from its enemies by sea, Charleston, South Carolina is a city steeped in history -- and lost souls of the south. Think pirates, slavery and Civil War. So many of these departed souls are thought to take the form of fireflies, and in the woods of northern Charleston, these souls light up the forest, especially in late spring.
Hotels across the South boast some seriously luxurious suites, but we set out to find ones with impressive square footage, too. From a mountaintop vista to an urban rooftop to an oceanside veranda, here are nine enormous and opulent hotel suites you can book for your next vacation.