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John Rutledge House Inn

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

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Exterior
Exterior
Miscellaneous
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
116 Broad St, Charleston, SC, 29401-2437

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waterfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Charleston City Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

John Rutledge House Inn

Luxury upscale bed & breakfast near College of Charleston
Located close to Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park, John Rutledge House Inn provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • A front desk safe, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and free newspapers
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and heating

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

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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)

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 cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is John Rutledge House Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at John Rutledge House Inn?

Self-parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

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

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

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

Checkout is at noon.

Where is John Rutledge House Inn located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this luxury bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston, Charleston City Market and Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. Waterfront Park and Medical University of South Carolina are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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John Rutledge House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 239 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Love live loved my stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

everything there as nothing to fault
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

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

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

10/10

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 staff! Friendly, great locale.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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

Great historic location…perfect for shopping, dining, whatever within easy walking distance. We will be back..!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great stay in another unit at the John Rutledge !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

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

Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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 B&B experience. Wonderful staff and very nice facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The service was impeccable, the location very convenient. Excellent breakfast in the AM.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

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

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

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

10/10

Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10

This place is amazing. Great service. Gorgeous room. Beautiful setting. Historic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

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

Very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

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

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

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

All of the above
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024