Hotel Bennett
Hotel · Charleston
404 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
Highlights
Opulent European-style hotel with rooftop pool, spa, and bars
Opulent European-style hotel with rooftop pool, spa, and bars
"Listed among several fantastic Charleston hotels worth booking, noted as a strong accommodation option for couples exploring the city's historic streets and decadent dining scene." - Alex Schechter Alex Schechter Alex Schechter is a Los Angeles-based journalist who covers travel, food, and dining. His work has been published in The New York Times, National Geographic, Vogue, Travel + Leisure, Monocle, and Afar, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Charleston keeps its buildings low and its historic church steeples high, which meant that owner Michael Bennett had to fight all the way to the State Supreme Court for permission to build his lofty, nine-story hotel. But the view from its rooftop bar and pool is unmatched: On the horizon line, the sky meets a ribbon of shimmering harbor encircling the lower peninsula. Smart guests park themselves up here, settling into cushioned wicker with a craft cocktail to watch snowy egrets migrate in the setting sun. The lower levels of this grand hotel are worth leisurely exploration, from the sprawling second-floor ballroom lounge to Camellias, the stylish, pink Champagne bar tucked off the breezy marble lobby. The sunny corner bakery La Pâtisserie has a pressed-tin ceiling along with fresh pastries, strong coffee, and stacks of newspapers that attract Charlestonians and out-of-towners alike. The hotel spills directly onto Marion Square, a public park known for its weekend farmers market—just one more perk of staying here." - CNT Editors
"Charleston keeps its buildings low and its historic church steeples high, which meant that owner Michael Bennett had to fight all the way to the State Supreme Court for permission to build his lofty, nine-story hotel. But the view from its rooftop bar and pool is unmatched: On the horizon line, the sky meets a ribbon of shimmering harbor encircling the lower peninsula. Smart guests park themselves up here, settling into cushioned wicker with a craft cocktail to watch snowy egrets migrate in the setting sun. The lower levels of this grand hotel are worth leisurely exploration, from the sprawling second-floor ballroom lounge to Camellias, the stylish, pink Champagne bar tucked off the breezy marble lobby. The sunny corner bakery La Pâtisserie has a pressed-tin ceiling along with fresh pastries, strong coffee, and stacks of newspapers that attract Charlestonians and out-of-towners alike. The hotel spills directly onto Marion Square, a public park known for its weekend farmers market—just one more perk of staying here." - CNT Editors
"A European-style, opulent retreat built on the former site of the public library that impresses with art-deco touches such as a Champagne lounge featuring salvaged pink marble, crystal chandeliers, marble floors, and wrought-iron railings. The 179 dog-friendly rooms share a pale pink, white, and tan palette and upscale details like marble vanities, deep-soaking tubs, plush bedding, and locally inspired artwork. On-site amenities include a heated pool with cabanas, a full-service spa, a pâtisserie serving homemade macarons and éclairs, a rooftop bar for cocktails, and a standout restaurant where dishes like grilled prime rib eye and bourbon-brined chicken are recommended." - Devorah Lev-Tov
"The hotel’s top-floor Sunset to Summer soiree offers sweeping city views, cocktails crafted in partnership with a Charleston distillery, and light bites; the rooftop event begins at 7 p.m. and tickets cost $65, covering drinks and small plates." - Erin Perkins
