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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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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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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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 4.545.848 ₫ per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
4.545.848 ₫
5.182.266 ₫ total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (2,366 reviews)
"Small bathrooms!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is 4.812.481 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
4.812.481 ₫
6.807.777 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 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! (1,730 reviews)
"The location of this hotel is excellent and one of its biggest strengths. It is very centrally located, making it easy to walk to restaurants, shops, and attractions without needing a car. However parking is very expensive. The hotel itself is beautiful, and the rooms are thoughtfully designed with ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Emeline
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd Mount Pleasant SC
The price is 3.706.556 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
3.706.556 ₫
5.435.134 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,179 reviews)
"Limited food"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
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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! (313 reviews)
"This place was very nice. The Manager was kind and helpful. Upon entering I could smell bleach and that was perfect because it meant than the disinfected the apartment. The Island was beautiful and I had lots of place to prepare meals."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 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
Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

2 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this condo in Isle of Palms. Popular attractions Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach are located nearby.
Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular James Island attractions

McLeod Plantation Historic Site

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at McLeod Plantation Historic Site 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