The Ryder Hotel

237 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401-1609 US near Exit 221 on I-26 (~1.5mi)
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3.5 Star Property Near College of Charleston
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4.0/5

Based on 8 guest reviews

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  • Pool umbrellas
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Free bicycles on site
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07/29/2026 - 07/30/2026
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Verified Reviews of The Ryder Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Wonderful"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Overall, wonderful experience. Would go back.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Apr-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Apr 07 to Fri Apr 10 2026 at a $372.53 average nightly rate.
"Great hotel and close to everything!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Very nice and perfect location.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
27-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 24 to Tue Jan 27 2026 at a $159.20 average nightly rate.
"Friendly and welcoming"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great Place.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jan 21 to Thu Jan 22 2026 at a $184.99 average nightly rate.
"Expensive, didn't provide basic necessities like a refrigerator."
Overall Score1.0/ 5
All kinds of added and unexplained charges. Daily parking charges ridiculous.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-Apr-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Mar 31 to Wed Apr 02 2025 at a $305.15 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at The Ryder Hotel in Charleston (Charleston Historic District), you'll be a 5-minute walk from College of Charleston and 7 minutes by foot from Port of Charleston. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Charleston City Market and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Charleston Music Hall.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Stay in one of 91 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Shops at Charleston Place - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
College of Charleston - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
TD Arena - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Gibbes Museum of Art - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Port of Charleston - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Marion Square - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Charleston Gaillard Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Charleston City Market - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Charleston County Historic Courthouse - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Dock Street Theater - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Washington Square - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Charleston Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Pink House Gallery - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Old Slave Mart Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Upper King Design District - 1 km / 0.6 mi

The preferred airport for The Ryder Hotel is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 km / 12.5 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This Art Deco hotel also features a communal living room and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Uncovered parking
  • Fishing nearby
  • Covered parking
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Coworking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Year Built - 1985
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 91
  • Number of floors - 4
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Beach nearby
  • Conde Nast Hot List Year 2022
  • Beach towels
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Parasailing nearby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Personal motor watercraft nearby
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Elevator
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Fence around pool
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

The hotel located just 20 minutes from Charleston International Airport.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Ala Carte Breakfast Menu prices range from $3.95 to $12.25. Pancakes, Eggs, Yogurt Parfaits, Croissants, Muffins

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Pet Free Property

Parking Info

TBD

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary hi speed WiFi in rooms and public areas.

Misc Fees / Policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 58 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 43.32 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Essential workers only - NO

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