John Rutledge House Inn, Charleston

John Rutledge House Inn - A 4-star historic bed and breakfast with Italian marble fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and complimentary evening cordials

John Rutledge House Inn occupies a 1763 National Historic Landmark building in Downtown Charleston, featuring 19 rooms with period antiques, reproduction furniture, and canopy beds. Accommodations include Main House Ground Floor Rooms, Carriage House Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Mini Suites, and Grand Suites, some with 12-foot ceilings, Italian marble gas fireplaces, and whirlpool tubs. Guests receive a complimentary deluxe continental or cooked breakfast, afternoon tea with light hors d'oeuvres, and evening port, sherry, or brandy. The property offers 24-hour concierge service, turndown service, morning newspapers, and free Wi-Fi. Located on Broad Street, the inn is within walking distance of Rainbow Row (0.5 miles), Nathaniel Russell House (0.5 miles), and Historic Charleston City Market (0.5 miles). Dining options nearby include Gaulart & Maliclet French Cafe (0.5 miles) and Husk Restaurant (0.5 miles). The Signers Ballroom hosts events for up to 25 guests.

Pros

The property is a National Historic Landmark where George Washington was entertained in 1791.

Complimentary amenities include cooked breakfast, afternoon tea with hors d'oeuvres, and evening cordials.

Select rooms feature Italian marble gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs.

Dog-friendly accommodations are available for a $40 daily fee.

Located on Broad Street within walking distance of multiple historic landmarks.

Cons

The closest beaches (Folly Beach and Sullivans Island) are 10-12 miles away.

No on-site fitness center, though discounted passes to a nearby athletic club are available.