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20 South Battery

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, steps from White Point Gardens
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Front of property
Lathers Suite
Interior
Garden
Front of property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$627
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

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20 S Battery St., Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Battery Carriage House - Classic

Battery Carriage House - Classic

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle Suite | Garden view

Pringle Suite

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Lathers Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Battery Carriage House Suite | Living area

Battery Carriage House Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Blacklock-Ravenel King

Blacklock-Ravenel King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pringle-Frost King

Pringle-Frost King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stevens Classic

Stevens Classic

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Simonds Suite | Garden view

Simonds Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Charleston

20 South Battery puts you in the heart of Charleston, steps from White Point Gardens and within a 20-minute stroll of College of Charleston. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, a garden and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Charleston Historic District B&B include Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park.
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What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • College of Charleston - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Charleston - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vendue - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Millers All Day - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Magnolias - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Bar at Vendue - ‬15 min walk

About this property

20 South Battery

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, steps from White Point Gardens
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at 20 South Battery. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of 20 South Battery was completed in September 2020.

This 3-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1843
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
20 South Battery offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes and hairdryers.

This Charleston bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
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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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1843
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - September 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 2.5 per cent
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at 20 South Battery?

20 South Battery offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 20 South Battery on 17 Sept 2025 start from AU$611.55, 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.

Is parking available at 20 South Battery?

Yep, 20 South Battery has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 20 South Battery?

The closest beach to 20 South Battery is Front Beach (16.6 km).

Does 20 South Battery serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 20 South Battery?

No, 20 South Battery does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 20 South Battery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 20 South Battery?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

20 South Battery Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 197 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff, excellent location for beauty and access to restaurants within walking distance. If you love the history of Charleston, you’ll love this property.
Our daughter‘s wedding in the garden was picture perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home with fascinating history and filled with antiques. The staff was gracious and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Morris, Lancaster

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were in town for just a few days and wanted to stay near the Battery. We found this hotel and the pictures and reviews were amazing. We didn't mind spending $1500 even though we could've spent half that on a nice hotel elsewhere in the city. We thought we were going to love it and really wanted to. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Before going any further, let me say that Ryan was amazing and very helpful with questions. With that said, the problem was the room itself. We were placed in the bowels of the hotel underneath the porch in what I constantly referred to as the sarcophagus. Anytime someone walked on the porch it reverberated in our room. You could hear talking and people returning drunk from a night out. It was miserable and I would never stay in that room, or any of the other rooms in the "sarcophagus" again. The property feels a little long in the tooth and needs maintenance and refreshed. The paint on the area outside the café was peeling badly. We had problems with our plumbing in the room (sarcophagus 6). The cold water in the sink and shower would just stop for a few seconds and then spit and sputter and come back on. This also happened with the toilet. Every time it was flushed the cold water going into the tank would make a horrendous noise refilling the tank. Also, I was very disappointed in the parking, which was on the street, and not on the property as we'd expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this hotel. It felt like a true Charleston experience and the staff was amazing. The location is fabulous too. My one suggestion is I'm always bummed to see the tiny plastic shampoo and conditioner bottles in this day and age. Half the product doesn't come out and they get thrown away after a use or two, which is so wasteful. This is such an elegant hotel, I hope they transition this in their showers sometime soon. But still highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Bend

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible, historic hotel. The staff was extremely nice and friendly. In addition the staff was excellent at recounting the history of the place and the surrounding area. Very well located, really enjoyable, especially if you like history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic home in a very walkable area to restaurants and sites
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srinadh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

Hotel Cancelled at Last Minute!

Hotel cancelled last minute (while we were on a plane) and had no availability despite us having an invoice that showed we had paid in full. Had to rebook for a (much more expensive hotel) further from the action in Charleston. Two hours on phone to secure rooms in alternative hotel. We were visiting with some friends from Scotland. Quite the worst experience I've ever had on Hotels.com or in a hotel generally. And what's more....Hotels.com don't seem to believe the PDF of our invoice...that they sent us!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles, Vallejo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cool, historic inn in a beautiful part of Charleston. Richard was a gracious host, and we enjoyed wine and charcuterie on the porch. A note re: our room. We booked a room that was on the "ground" floor, which was more or less the basement or carriage house floor. It was fine, but I envisioned something a little different. Also, as we were drifting off to sleep, there was a sound in the walls that sounded like scratching...almost like an animal was in the walls. But, all in all, we enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bea
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true testamanent to the value of historic preservation, in America"s best city.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the former wine cellar. Richard was an amazing concierge. So accommodating and knowledgeable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Chicago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice and comfortable. Loved having breakfast and evening wine and cheese in the main house. The staff is very attentive to every need. Also loved spending time in the garden area in the yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proximity to what we planned was great. The staff were friendly and engaging
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025