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Pet friendly hotels in Charleston

Hotels in Charleston, South Carolina where our source data confirms pets are allowed. Fees and room limits vary - confirm with the property.

  • Pets allowed
  • 53 qualifying stays

Pets allowed is a clean field in our source data, so this shortlist is one of the more reliable ones on the site. The conditions are not: fees, weight limits and eligible room types change often and are set by each property.

Charleston concentrates almost everything worth walking to inside the peninsula. South of Broad and the blocks around the City Market hold the antebellum single houses and piazzas; Upper King is where the newer restaurants and bars sit. Cross the Ravenel Bridge to Mount Pleasant and prices drop while you gain parking.

What qualifies for this list

  • Pets-allowed flag set in the source data
  • Fees, weight limits and eligible rooms must be confirmed with the property

53 qualifying stays reviewed. 12 made this shortlist.

We start from every hotel, inn, resort, lodge and bed & breakfast in our United States dataset that scores 8.5 or higher on Booking.com with at least 100 guest reviews. For this page we then looked only at properties in Charleston. See how we select hotels.

The shortlist

Ranked by Charming Score, independent properties first. Every figure below comes from our Booking.com data export (August 2026).

9.3 Charming ScoreHotel Emeline, Historic District, SC

Hotel Emeline

Historic District, SC

9.0 guest rating from 815 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Spa & wellness
  • Restaurant

Why it made the listA 9.0 guest rating across 815 reviews is among the strongest Charleston returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $344 per night

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9.0 Charming ScoreThe Charleston Place, Historic District, SC

The Charleston Place

Historic District, SC

9.0 guest rating from 308 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 5-star
  • Spa & wellness
  • Restaurant

Why it made the listIt ranks #2 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 5 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $555 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreHotel Folly with Marsh and Sunset Views, Folly Beach, SC

Hotel Folly with Marsh and Sunset Views

Folly Beach, SC

9.2 guest rating from 308 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.2 over 308 reviews, which is what put it on the Charleston shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $399 per night

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8.6 Charming ScoreThe Restoration Hotel, Charleston, SC

The Restoration Hotel

Charleston, SC

8.8 guest rating from 131 Booking.com reviews

  • Inn
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Restaurant

Why it made the listIt ranks #4 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent inn, rated 4 stars with a pool, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Couples and weekend escapes

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $398 per night

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8.6 Charming ScoreThe Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, Charleston, SC

The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Charleston, SC

8.7 guest rating from 125 Booking.com reviews

  • Resort
  • Independent
  • 5-star
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness

Why it made the listGuests score it 8.7 over 125 reviews, which is what put it on the Charleston shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 5 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $463 per night

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8.4 Charming ScoreThe Palmetto Hotel, Charleston, Historic District, SC

The Palmetto Hotel, Charleston

Historic District, SC

8.9 guest rating from 118 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listIt ranks #6 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $349 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreHyatt House Charleston/Mount Pleasant, Mount Pleasant, SC

Hyatt House Charleston/Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant, SC

9.0 guest rating from 729 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Terrace
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.0 over 729 reviews, which is what put it on the Charleston shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a terrace.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $193 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreTru By Hilton Mt Pleasant Charleston, Mount Pleasant, SC

Tru By Hilton Mt Pleasant Charleston

Mount Pleasant, SC

9.0 guest rating from 753 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.0 over 753 reviews, which is what put it on the Charleston shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $154 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreHampton Inn & Suites Charleston Airport, North Charleston, SC

Hampton Inn & Suites Charleston Airport

North Charleston, SC

9.0 guest rating from 643 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.0 over 643 reviews, which is what put it on the Charleston shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $138 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreHyatt Place Charleston Airport / Convention Center, North Charleston, SC

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport / Convention Center

North Charleston, SC

8.8 guest rating from 864 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar

Why it made the listIt ranks #10 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $127 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreStaybridge Suites Charleston - Mount Pleasant by IHG, Mount Pleasant, SC

Staybridge Suites Charleston - Mount Pleasant by IHG

Mount Pleasant, SC

9.0 guest rating from 651 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.0 over 651 reviews, which is what put it on the Charleston shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $185 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreHotel Indigo Charleston - Mount Pleasant by IHG, Mount Pleasant, SC

Hotel Indigo Charleston - Mount Pleasant by IHG

Mount Pleasant, SC

8.8 guest rating from 502 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace

Why it made the listIt ranks #12 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $193 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreHome2 Suites Charleston West Ashley, West of the Ashley, SC

Home2 Suites Charleston West Ashley

West of the Ashley, SC

9.3 guest rating from 335 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listIt ranks #1 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $182 per night

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8.7 Charming ScoreCandlewood Suites Charleston – Mt. Pleasant by IHG, Mount Pleasant, SC

Candlewood Suites Charleston – Mt. Pleasant by IHG

Mount Pleasant, SC

8.9 guest rating from 799 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listIt ranks #2 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 2 stars with spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $141 per night

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8.7 Charming ScoreMills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton, Historic District, SC

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Historic District, SC

8.8 guest rating from 394 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Restaurant

Why it made the listIt ranks #3 of the 53 qualifying Charleston properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $361 per night

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8.6 Charming ScoreHome2 Suites By Hilton Charleston Daniel Island, Sc, Charleston, SC

Home2 Suites By Hilton Charleston Daniel Island, Sc

Charleston, SC

9.2 guest rating from 251 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listA 9.2 guest rating across 251 reviews is among the strongest Charleston returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $164 per night

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8.6 Charming ScoreTru By Hilton Charleston Airport, North Charleston, SC

Tru By Hilton Charleston Airport

North Charleston, SC

8.6 guest rating from 695 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the list695 reviews average out at 8.6 - high enough to clear our Charleston cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $122 per night

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8.4 Charming ScoreHoliday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Mount Pleasant - Charleston by IHG, Mount Pleasant, SC

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Mount Pleasant - Charleston by IHG

Mount Pleasant, SC

8.9 guest rating from 442 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Spa & wellness
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the list442 reviews average out at 8.9 - high enough to clear our Charleston cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 2 stars with spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $194 per night

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Common questions

Do these hotels charge a pet fee?

Most do, and our source data does not carry the amount. Check the property's pet policy on Booking.com before you book.

How many hotels in Charleston made this shortlist?

24 properties cleared our criteria and 12 are shown above, ranked by Charming Score. The highest-scoring is Hotel Emeline at 9.3, with a 9.0 guest rating from 815 Booking.com reviews.

What do these stays cost?

Indicative nightly rates for the shortlist run from about $127 to $555 in our data export. Rates move with date, season and availability, so the figure on each card is a starting point rather than a quote.

What is the Charming Score?

It is our own 0-10 selection score, not a guest rating. It combines the Booking.com guest score (45%), review volume (20%), property class (10%), amenity fit (10%), independence and property character (10%) and price positioning (5%). The full method is published on the Charming Score page.

Have you stayed at these hotels?

No, and we do not pretend otherwise. Our selections come from guest data, property facts and location, not from first-hand visits. Our editorial policy explains exactly what we do and do not claim.