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20 South Battery

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, steps from White Point Gardens

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Front of property
Lathers Suite
Balcony view
Lathers Suite
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$665
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

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View all photos for Battery Carriage House - Classic

Battery Carriage House - Classic

Battery Carriage House - Classic

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle Suite

Pringle Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Lathers Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Battery Carriage House Suite

Battery Carriage House Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows

Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows

Devereux Suite - Grand/Former Wine Cellar/No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Blacklock-Ravenel King

Blacklock-Ravenel King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle-Frost King

Pringle-Frost King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Stevens Classic

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
Located on the ground floor
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Simonds Suite

Simonds Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite channels
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 18 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 18 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 19 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 20 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bitty & Beau's Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Magnolias - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Toast Of Charleston - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Condon's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

20 South Battery

Bed & breakfast rejuvenated in 2020 and located near College of Charleston
Located close to White Point Gardens and Waterfront Park, 20 South Battery provides a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, a gift shop and concierge services
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at 20 South Battery offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 0.5 per cent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
  • Resort fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Battery Carriage House Inn Charleston
Battery Carriage House Inn
Battery Carriage House Charleston
Battery Carriage House
1843 Battery Carriage House Hotel Charleston
1843 Battery Carriage House Inn b&b
Battery Carriage House Inn
20 South Battery Charleston
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast
20 South Battery Bed & breakfast Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Is 20 South Battery pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at 20 South Battery?

As of 20 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 20 South Battery on 24 Feb 2025 start from NZ$600.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 20 South Battery?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 20 South Battery?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 20 South Battery?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is 20 South Battery located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of White Point Gardens, College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Waterfront Park and Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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20 South Battery Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 142 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

This historic property was such a treat. Truly like staying in a living museum. The staff was absolutely amazing and be sure and take the tour of this very historic home and learn about its history. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Very nice property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Wine and cheese served by Richard was so very nice and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

A wonderful experience to stay in a beautiful bed and breakfast full of history!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

The property was absolutely wonderful. Great location and fantastic staff. Will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Recommended
Place is incredible and so much history. Room was perfect and staff amazing. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Amazing experience and Abigail the general manager is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Loved our stay there , staff was very friendly, clean rooms, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Gorgeous Charleston Mansion
Beautiful mansion with carriage houses right on the Battery. Will stay again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Beautiful classic Charleston home…wine and cheese in the parlor makes for a relaxing start to the perfect weekend away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Our stay was amazing! Everyone there was so hospitable and gracious. Breakfast every morning was delicious. The room was perfect for the two of us. It was historic, but updated and clean. The entire place is fabulous! Definitely worth the splurge for our anniversary. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

bryant

Very nice, safe and historic
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

The historic home was beautiful and the staff was extremely helpful. The location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim

July 2024 Stay
Great place and the staff are top notch. Molly was great, gave a great house tour and local recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Hidden treasure. The staff were exemplary. Couldn’t recommend it enough. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Great property
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Very clean, historic property across from the water. Nice people who love their job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bora

Beautiful & quiet! Really something special compared to just a regular hotel. Rooms were great and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Fun, historic property with a beautiful garden, well-done continental breakfast and wine and cheese reception in the historic ballroom and parlor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Location, location, and location,
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

We had a great experience staying in Carriage house for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wymond

Great place to stay in Charleston
We had a wonderful visit, and the hotel was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chase

20 South Battery
Beautiful hotel. Incredible history on site and all around. The service and hospitality of the staff was unrivaled. Can’t recommend 20 South Battery enough!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Amazing bed and breakfast at 20 Battery. Staff were so great and looked after to me start to finish. Made me a to go breakfast when I told them I had to be on the road before dawn. Great location for walking around. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittain

You really cannot ask for more...the location, the view, the convenience, the charm, and the friendly staff. This was my first time here, and here for work, but I will be back again and again. Such a true gem of Charleston, and I am so glad I found this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024