Charleston Place Hotel

Charleston, SC is one of the best cities to visit in the United States, and cruise travelers embarking on a cruise from Charleston should plan to spend some extra time in this fascinating city. Charleston has many delightful hotels, and one of the best in town is the historic Charleston Place Hotel, which is affiliated with the Orient Express luxury hotel group.

The Charleston Place Hotel is located on Meeting Street in the heart of downtown Charleston. It's within easy walking distance of many of Charleston's famous restaurants, churches, homes, and museums. The rooms are spacious and luxurious, and the baths are elegant, with gold fixtures and double sinks. The hotel also has a lovely rooftop pool and a full-service European spa.

I stayed at the Charleston Place Hotel for two nights before a cruise to the Bahamas on the Carnival Fantasy, which is homeported in Charleston year round. A stay at this special hotel will add some great memories to your Charleston cruise vacation.

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