John Rutledge House Inn, Charleston

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

Located in Downtown Charleston, the John Rutledge House Inn features 19 rooms with 12-foot high ceilings, Italian marble gas fireplaces, and canopy beds. The 500-square-foot Mini Suite includes a whirlpool tub and walk-in shower, while Grand Suites offer 900 square feet of space with separate living areas. Guests enjoy a deluxe cooked breakfast, afternoon tea with light hors d'oeuvres, and evening port or sherry in the second-floor ballroom where John Rutledge drafted early versions of the U.S. Constitution. The property sits on Broad Street within walking distance of the Gibbes Museum of Art and Charleston City Market. John Rutledge House Inn provides Tempur-Pedic beds, complimentary Wi-Fi, and 24-hour concierge service. Dog-friendly rooms are available for an additional $40 daily fee.

Pros

The only hotel in Charleston where a signer of the U.S. Constitution once lived, featuring original architectural details like parquet floors and Federal Eagle ironwork.

Complimentary amenities include cooked breakfast, afternoon tea, evening cordials, and access to discounted athletic club passes.

Central location on Broad Street places guests within 0.5 miles of the Nathaniel Russell House and Confederate Museum.

Signature suites contain whirlpool tubs and Italian marble fireplaces, with some offering 900 square feet of living space.

Cons

The closest beaches (Folly Beach and Sullivan's Island) require a 10-12 mile drive.

Some rooms in the carriage house require stair access without elevator alternatives.