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Hotels in Greater Charleston Offering Discounted Rates

Many students and their families need a place to stay in Charleston while they are looking for housing or during events such as Commencement. The hotels listed below offer a special rate to MUSC students and/or their families. This list is in no way comprehensive, and it is best to call the hotels before arriving, as Charleston can be very busy at various times of the year.

Andrew Pinckney InnDoubletree Guest SuitesHawthorn SuitesThe Mills House Hotel
Best Western Charleston - DowntownEmbassy Suites Historic CharlestonHarbourview InnResidence Inn by Marriott Charleston - Mt. Pleasant
Best Western – Sweetgrass InnFrench Quarter InnHoliday Inn RiverviewResidence Inn by Marriott Charleston Riverview
Charleston Marriott HotelHampton Inn Historic DistrictHomewood Suites by HiltonSleep Inn – Charleston
Comfort Inn RiverviewHampton Inn Mount PleasantKing Charles InnSleep Inn Mt. Pleasant
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown/RiverviewHampton Inn and Suites Charleston-West AshleyLa QuintaSpring Hill Suites by Marriott Charleston Riverview

Andrew Pinckney Inn

Location: 40 Pinckney Street (Corner of Church and Pinckney one block off of the Market)

Rate: Special rate for MUSC Alumni: 15% off standard Rack Rate (Sunday - Thursday). Phone Number: 1-800-505-8983 or 843-937-8800 or visit website at www.andrewpinckneyinn.com

Contact person: Karen Warley, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-937-8800, 843-724-4321, or 1-800-505-8983

Comments: “Overlooking the famous market area, in the heart of the historic district, the Andrew Pinckney Inn is a boutique inn coupling warmth and old world charm with sophisticated features and amenities. Meticulously restored rooms and suites features and amenities as in room coffee makers, irons/ironing boards and hairdryers. Guests of the Andrew Pinckney Inn enjoy freshly baked cookies at check in and a complementary deluxe continental breakfast in the rooftop terrace or in our plant filled atrium. Come experience Historic Affordability.”

Best Western Charleston - Downtown

Location: 146 Lockwood Drive

Rate: $79.99 Sunday - Thursday / $99.99 Friday & Saturday
*When making the reservation, request the "MUSC Housing" Rate

Contact Person: Heather Peebles, Director of Sales

Phone Number: (843)722-4000 / Toll-free: (888)377-2121 / fax (843)805-8086

Comments: Within walking distance to MUSC.  Free Parking.  Complimentary
Wireless Internet.  Onsite Business Center, Fitness Center, & Travelers'
Shoppe.  Brittle Bank Diner is open for breakfast.  At check-in, ask about
our "MUSC Stay Ten" program. earning you credit towards a free night stay!
Please visit our website at: www.charlestonbestwestern.com


Best Western – Sweetgrass Inn

Location: 1540 Savannah Highway

Rate: 20% off rack rate Sun-Thu  15% off rack rate Fri/Sat

Contact Person: Bill Richards, General Manager

Phone Number: 843-571-6100

Comments: Stay at this newly renovated Charleston, South Carolina hotel located 3 miles from the historic district with easy access to Interstate 26 and Interstate 526. Each spacious, well-appointed room features all the amenities to make any stay more enjoyable including new Sealy Pillowtop beds for the ultimate good night's sleep. Hotel guests will enjoy relaxing next to the outdoor swimming pool and sundeck and starting the day with a complimentary continental breakfast.

Charleston Marriott Hotel

Location: 170 Lockwood Blvd- Downtown across from Brittlebank Park

Rate: Please call for special MUSC rates.

Contact person: Allison Pack, Sales Manager

Phone number: (843) 723-3000 / (843) 266-7876

Comments: The Charleston Marriott Hotel located within walking distance to MUSC offers spacious and stylish guest rooms and suites featuring high speed internet access, dual-head shower massager and granite vanity with magnifying make-up mirror. Enjoy a unique dining experience at Saffire Charleston's Oven, serving innovative, American-fusion cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Unwind in our landscaped courtyard or workout in our state of the art
fitness center with a panoramic view of our outdoor pool and whirlpool spa.
Website: http://www.marriott.com/chsmc

Please visit the website for rates at:
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chsmc-charleston-marriott/?corporateCode=mu3

Comfort Inn Riverview

Location: 144 Bee Street – Downtown

Rate: Sun-Thurs $89/Fri-Sat $99 - standard room. Be sure to mention this MUSC special rate when making reservations. 

Contact person: Vicky Ritchie, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-577-2224

Comments: Within walking distance of MUSC. Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. Free parking. Rate depends on availability.
Please visit the website at www.comfortinncharleston.com

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown/Riverview

Location: 35 Lockwood Drive - Downtown

Rate: Sunday-Thursday is $102 regular view & $112 Riverview. Friday & Saturday 25% off regular rates.

Contact person: Christine Greenleaf, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-722-7229

Comments: On the Ashley River just a few blocks from MUSC.  Full breakfast buffet available for $9.95 per person.  Complimentary parking and high speed wireless internet.  Reservations can also be made at www.marriott.com/chscy.  Enter code:  MU3 in the corporate/promotional box with your desired dates.

Doubletree Guest Suites

Location: 181 Church Street Downtown

Rate: $109.00 per suites (Sunday through Thursday) Call for weekend rates

Contact person: Karen De Jong, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-577-2644

Comments: All suites located in the midst of the Market area. Featuring one bedroom suites each with a separate living area and bedroom. Within walking distance to all nightlife, shopping and dining. Fresh, hot Doubletree cookies upon check-in. Please visit the website at: www.charlestondoubletree.com

Embassy Suites Historic Charleston

Location: 337 Meeting Street - Downtown

Rate: $149.00 (Sunday - Thursday)  / $209 (Friday - Saturday)
Rates depend on availability.

Contact person: Kathy Armstrong, Reservations Manager

Phone number: 843-723-6900 or 888-448-7829

Comments: Right in the heart of historic downtown Charleston.
Free full cooked to order breakfast
Free 2 hours of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres
Two room suite w/separate living room from the bedroom
Location, location, location
Room service available
Hilton Honors Hotel Points & Airline Miles frequent travel program
Please visit the website at www.charleston-hotels.net and enter corporate code #0560016984

French Quarter Inn

Location: 166 Church Street at Market Square

Rate: MUSC Alumni Club Program special rate: 10% off standard Rack Rate. Offer not valid on holidays and special events. These rates are not commissionable and do not apply to groups. Visit our website at www.fqicharleston.com

Contact person: Karen Warley, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-722-1900, 843-724-4321, or 1-866-812-1900

Comments: “Charleston’s Landmark of timeless elegance is located in the heart of all that makes Charleston famous. This four diamond hotel offers champagne and lady fingers upon check-in, an afternoon wine and cheese reception, freshly baked cookies and milk at bedtime, a turndown service with a seven selection pillow menu, and breakfast delivered to your room each morning. All of this is complimentary to our guests!”

Hampton Inn Historic District

Location: 345 Meeting Street – Downtown

Rate: $129.00 (Sunday-Thursday) and $189 (Friday - Saturday)
Rates depend on availability.

Contact person: Latalia Whaley, Sales Coordinator

Phone number: 843-723-4000

Comments: Right in the heart of historic downtown Charleston.
Free Hot Buffet breakfast with eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy, etc.
Free "To-Go" Breakfast bags with fruit, bottled water, and muffin
Free high speed & wireless internet
Free local calls
Location, location, location
Hilton Hhonors Hotel Points & Airline Miles frequent travel program
100% Satisfaction Guarantee Policy or guest is not charged for that night's stay!!
Please visit the website at: www.charleston-hotels.net and enter corporate code #0560016984

Hampton Inn Mount Pleasant

Location: 255 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard – Mount Pleasant

Rate: Rate depends on availability.

Contact person: Reservations Department

Phone number: 843-881-3300

Comments: Complimentary continental breakfast.

Hampton Inn and Suites Charleston-West Ashley

Location: 678 Citadel Haven Drive – Charleston, SC 29414 1-800-HAMPTON.

MUSC Patient and Student Rate: $89.00 for our standard guestrooms - based on availability

Contact person: Michelle Lewis

Phone number: 843-573-1200 (1-800-HAMPTON)

Comments: Deluxe continental breakfast and wireless internet access included. Manager’s Reception Mon-Thurs with beer, wine and snacks from 5pm-7pm. Hilton HHonors Points and Airline Miles frequent travel program. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Policy. Minutes away from downtown and Charleston International Airport.

Hawthorn Suites
Location:  2455 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC  29414 (approx. 10 miles to MUSC/downtown)

Rate:  $89.00 Sunday-Thursday / $109.00 Friday-Saturday.  Rates based on 2 people per suite.  Slightly higher rates for 3 or more people per suite.  (When making reservations ask the front desk for the MUSC rate.)

Contact person:  Bill Green, Director of Sales

Phone Number:  843-225-4411

Comments:  Close to downtown and MUSC.  We are an all suite hotel.  Complimentary FULL HOT BUFFET breakfast served daily.  Complimentary Manager's Reception Monday-Thursday.  Beer, wine, sodas, bottled water and snacks served.  We are affiliated with the Hyatt Gold Passport program.  Special rates for groups, 10 suites or more.

Harbourview Inn

Location: 2 Vendue Range – Downtown across from Waterfront Park

Rate: Special MUSC rate: 10% of the standard Rack Rate. Offer not valid on holidays or special events.

Contact person: Karen Warley, Director of Sales, 843-724-4321

Phone number: 1-888-853-8439 or 843-853-VIEW to make reservations or visit our website at www.harbourviewcharleston.com

comments: “Come stay with us at Charleston’s favorite place in history. From the plush, four-poster beds, rattan chairs and wicker chests to the touch and feel of sea grass rugs and old-Charleston fixtures, HarbourView Inn affords you the comforts of a first-class hotel, with the elegance of times gone by. This four diamond hotel is located on Charleston’s Waterfront Park and offers an afternoon wine and cheese reception, freshly baked cookies and milk in the evening and our signature “Portside” breakfast delivered to the rooms each morning. Make your reservations today to ensure your favorite place in history…the HarbourView Inn."

Holiday Inn Riverview

Location: 301 Savannah Highway – West Ashley

Rate: 15% discount.  (Also, if coming to MUSC for an interview, be sure to ask for the “Interview Special” rate).

Contact person: Sandy Beauchesne, Senior Sales Manager - sbeauchesne@hiriverview.com

Phone number: (Toll Free) 800-766-4451 or (Direct) 843-460-1441

Comments: Located just across the Ashley River, 1 mile from MUSC. Complimentary shuttle service to MUSC and downtown Charleston.  Harbor View Restaurant and Lounge is open 7 days a week with a great panoramic view of Charleston! Seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center, high speed internet access and free parking.  Please visit the website at www.holidayinn.com/chs-riverview.

Homewood Suites by Hilton

Location: 1998 Riviera Drive - Mt. Pleasant

Rate: $119 (Sunday - Thursday) / $149 (Friday - Saturday). 

Contact person: Kristian Howe, please email requests for extended stay rates to kristian.howe@hilton.com

Phone number: 843-881-6950

Comments: High speed internet, fitness center, pool, jacuzzi, business center. Each suite features a separate living area, two 25 inch televisions with a VCR in the living area, full kitchen. In addition, we serve a full breakfast each morning and dinner including cocktails Monday through Thursday. Complimentary Guest laundry. Complimentary shuttle service to airport and within 5 mile radius of hotel. Please visit the website at: www.charlestonmtpleasant.homewoodsuites.com

King Charles Inn

Location: 237 Meeting Street – Downtown

Rate: 15% off best available rate.  Rates depend on availability.

Contact person: Karen Warley, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-723-7451

Comments: Right in the heart of historic downtown Charleston. Free parking. Please visit the website at: www.kingcharlesinn.com

La Quinta

Location: 11 Ashley Pointe Drive – Charleston Riverfront

Rate: $69.00 (Sunday - Thursday), $89.00 (Friday - Saturday)

Contact person: Rick Buggle, Area Manager

Phone number: 843-556-5200 Hotel fax line: 843-571-5499

Comments: Complimentary continental breakfast. Rate depends on availability. On the water.

The Mills House Hotel

Location: 115 Meeting Street – Downtown

Rate: $109.00/night, Sunday-Thursday, Friday-Saturday off season rate: $159 and Friday-Saturday peak season rate-$199. Use company name.

Contact person: Latoya Edwards

Phone number: 843-577-2400

Comments: Right in the heart of historic downtown Charleston, only a few blocks from Market Street. Rate depends on availability.
Please visit the website at: www.millshouse.com

Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston - Mt. Pleasant

Location: 1116 Isle of Palms Connector, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

Rate: $109 - medical discount - Sunday through Thursday (Call for Medical discounts during holidays and special events.)

Contact Person: Ashley Miller, Director of Sales

Phone Number: (843) 881-1599

Comments: Conveniently located in the heart of Mt. Pleasant. Minutes from MUSC. Adjacent to Towne Centre Shopping, golf, dining and Isle of Palms / Sullivan's Island beaches. All suites with fully equipped kitchens, separate living areas, some with fireplaces and balconies.
Please visit the website at: www.marriott.com

Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Riverview

Location: 90 Ripley Point Drive

Rate: 15% off standard rate, except for special events

Contact person: Julie Gerthoffer, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-571-7979

Comments: Just over the Ashley River (1.5 miles), only a few minutes from MUSC. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, fully equipped kitchens, heated outdoor pool/ whirlpool spa and fitness facility. Complimentary shuttle service to MUSC. Rates are based upon availability and are not valid during special events. 1 Bedroom unit has 2 burners (no oven).
Please visit the website at: www.marriott.com/chsri

Sleep Inn – Charleston

Location: 1524 Savannah Highway

Rate: 20% off rack rate Sun-Thu 15% off rack rate Fri/Sat

Contact Person: Bill Richards, General Manager

Phone Number: 843-556-6959

Comments: The Sleep Inn® hotel is ideally located in the West Ashley area, just three miles from Charleston's historic district with easy access to Interstate 26 and Interstate 526.
Guests of this Charleston, SC hotel will enjoy a free continental breakfast, featuring Belgian waffles, hot and cold cereals, fresh fruit and a variety of pastries. Additional full-service amenities include free parking, free high-speed Internet access, free local calls, free coffee and free weekday newspaper. Guests will also enjoy working out in the exercise room and relaxing in the seasonal outdoor pool. Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like voice mail and work desks. The business center has a computer with high-speed Internet access and access to copy and fax services. All well-appointed guest rooms come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers, coffee makers and cable television. Handicap accessible and non-smoking rooms are available. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, make the Sleep Inn hotel your home away from home in the Charleston area. We look forward to your visit.

Sleep Inn Mt. Pleasant

Location: 299 Wingo Way @ 17 N Bypass, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

Rate: $64.99/night Sun-Thurs, Please call for weekend rates.

Contact person: Michael Rowell, General Manager

Phone number: (843) 856-5000

Comments: Complimentary extended continental breakfast with hot Belgian waffles; Free local calls; Evening cookie reception; Oversized walk-in showers; Outdoor pool; Off premises exercise facility; complimentary high-speed wireless internet; 3 miles from MUSC; Minutes from Wild Dunes, Patriot's Point, Sullivan's Island, and Isle of Palms. Please visit the website at: www.sleepinn.com

Spring Hill Suites by Marriott Charleston Riverview

Location: 98 Ripley Point Drive

Rate: 15% off standard rate, except for special events

Contact person: Julie Gerthoffer, Director of Sales

Phone number: 843-571-1711

Comments: Just over the Ashley River, only a few minutes from MUSC. Complimentary "Suite Seasons" deluxe continental breakfast, outdoor pool and whirlpool spa. Complimentary shuttle service to MUSC. Rate depends on availability. Rates are based upon availability and are not valid during special events.
Please visit the website at: www.marriott.com/chssh

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