John Rutledge House Inn

Had an amazing experience. Would highly recommend. Great location right in the heart of the historic dsitrict. Staying here is a destination by itself. Will definitely come back next time. The service is so personalized and friendly and has an old world charm that is so rare in these times.

Really enjoyed my stay in this historic inn. It was outstanding in every way. John at the front desk greeted me every time I returned from sightseeing. Just a charming person. Staying at this inn really made the history of Charleston come alive. Wish I could have stayed longer!!

Hospitality at its absolute finest! The small details make a huge difference. You definitely feel like you’re in the upper echelon of society while staying there. Centrally located but yet you feel like you’re far away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. Tea time was a nice treat in the afternoon and breakfast options are the same as a diner.

If I had to choose one word to describe my stay at the John Rutledge House Inn, it would still be phenomenal — even after stays in New York, London, Budapest, and many other world-class destinations, nothing has topped the warmth, elegance, and exceptional service I received here. From the moment I stepped into this stunning Georgian-style home, built before the American Revolution, I was greeted with genuine joy and care... especially from Nicole, who went above and beyond to make sure my stay was nothing short of perfect. Every member of the team radiated professionalism and kindness, and it made a lasting impression on me. Maria, the chef, prepared the best poached eggs I’ve ever had. Nicole, made sure every gluten-free detail, from breakfast to Tea Time, was beautifully taken care of, which meant so much. The nightcap service — offering brandy, port, or sherry in the evening — added a beautiful, old-world charm to my evenings. My room was spotless and dust-free, and the turndown service and housekeeping were consistently top-tier. This is the kind of care that’s hard to find — the kind that makes you feel truly looked after. The location is also ideal: just a few short blocks to the waterfront and perfectly positioned to explore Charleston’s historic district entirely on foot. Even after visiting world-renowned destinations, the John Rutledge House Inn remains the gold standard. It has honestly ruined me for other hotels — and I can’t wait to return.

Jim and Maurice took excellent care of us while we stayed at the House! We will definitely stay here again on our Charleston visits!!

The John Rutledge Inn exudes hospitality and charm. From the moment we checked in we were warmly welcomed and offered lovely amenities - comfortable room , lovely afternoon tea, delicious breakfast.

We have been Rutledge House devotees for many years. Love where it is(parking!), the people(lots of “regulars” who have actually become friends) and a lovely place. We always feel comfortable and well taken care of and breakfast isn’t bad either!

My wife and I had the best time here. The breakfast (included) was excellent, tea time snacks were excellent. Service was excellent. The room was great, we stayed in the carriage house and loved it. It was worth every penny.

Beautiful house, welcoming and helpful staff. We would definitely return. The staff helped us with our sightseeing and restaurants. They were available 24 hours a day.

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