James Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in James Island

Find the best James Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Charleston Historic District

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Downtown Charleston

Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

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Cannonborough Elliotborough

If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

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King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
The price is 5.420.018 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
5.420.018 ₫
6.178.715 ₫ total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,316 reviews)
"Very nice property and centrally located. The only drawback is the bathroom is super tiny"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is 4.425.953 ₫ per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
4.425.953 ₫
6.358.522 ₫ total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,688 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Emeline
The Ryder Hotel

The Ryder Hotel

3.5 out of 5
237 Meeting Street Charleston SC
The price is 4.397.026 ₫ per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
4.397.026 ₫
6.337.555 ₫ total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Charleston. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,041 reviews)
"We had an absolutely phenomenal time staying at the Ryder. We feel in love with the property and the town. Highly recommend staying here for a unique boutique experience. We mentioned in briefly that it was my husband's birthday trip and they sent a bottle of champagne on ice. They were so accommodating ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

The Ryder Hotel
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stayAPT Suites North Charleston

stayAPT Suites North Charleston

4 out of 5
9331 Blue House Rd North Charleston SC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (303 reviews)
"The trip was for a sad occasion but the quiet of the property along with the friendly conversation with the staff made things lighter. Parking is easy and the quarters are spacious and well organized."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

stayAPT Suites North Charleston
Fire Tower

Fire Tower

3 out of 5
Cannon Street Charleston SC
Stay at this condo in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Charleston Music Hall and Charleston City Market ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Could not find the parking garage. Terrible directions. Same with the actual apartment building. Ad said we would have washer and dryer. Nope false advertising. We booked this place for that because we had been on a long road trip. Not happy about this. The maintenance man said we have to call them ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Fire Tower
The Iris Charleston

The Iris Charleston

3 out of 5
84 Line St Charleston SC
Stay at this apartment in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
"Great place to stay and we would stay there again! Loved the location and the super communicative hosts. Don't be intimidated by the parking carousel; it was very easy to use. The only time it was inconvenient was when multiple cars needed to come and go at the same time, but that only happened one ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

The Iris Charleston
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Stay near popular James Island attractions

Sunrise Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunrise Park Beach during your trip to Charleston?
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Cities near James Island

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Folly Beach

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Johns Island