The Ryder Hotel
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About this property
The Ryder Hotel is an Art Deco property located in Charleston's Historic District, steps from major cultural and commercial attractions. Positioned a 5-minute walk from College of Charleston and 7 minutes on foot from the Port of Charleston, the hotel sits 0.4 miles from Charleston City Market and 0.7 miles from Waterfront Park. Charleston International Airport is 20 minutes away, making the property convenient for travelers arriving by air.
The Ryder Hotel offers 91 guestrooms, including 2 suites, each fitted with flat-screen televisions and pillowtop beds dressed in premium bedding. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations stocked with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guests rate room comfort at 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Dining options include an on-site restaurant, a coffee shop and café, and 24-hour room service for in-room meals. Two bars and lounges provide evening refreshment, with an additional poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Beyond dining, the property features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, complimentary wireless internet, a fitness facility available at no charge, and concierge services. Free bicycles are provided for guests exploring the area. A communal living room offers additional gathering space. Water activities including kayaking, sailing, water skiing, parasailing, and motor boating are available nearby, as are fishing and boat tours.
Check-in is anytime after 4:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free and pet-friendly, welcoming up to two dogs per room. Accessibility amenities include wheelchair-accessible parking, elevator access, and accessible paths throughout. The Ryder Hotel maintains a 4.3-star overall rating from 941 guest reviews, with 100% recommendation rate.
Location & nearby attractions
Shops at Charleston Place - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
College of Charleston - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
The Riviera Theater - 0.4 km / 0.3 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
St. Philip's Church - 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
St. Michael's Episcopal Church - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Washington Square - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Charleston Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
The preferred airport for The Ryder Hotel is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 km / 12.5 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pet Free Property
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Destination fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 26 per person
- Covered valet parking fee: USD 53 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.52 percent <
Know before you go
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.