James Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in James Island

Find the best James Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Charleston Historic District

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charleston City Market to Shops at Charleston Place – discover Charleston Historic District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Downtown Charleston

Travellers to Downtown Charleston praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

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Cannonborough Elliotborough

If you're spending some time in Cannonborough Elliotborough, Upper King Design District and Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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West Ashley

West Ashley is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Mall or Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

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King Street

If you're spending some time in King Street, Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
387 King St Charleston SC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.744.038 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp3.744.038
Rp4.268.204 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,641 reviews)
"Small outdated rooms."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

The Francis Marion Hotel
Emeline

Emeline

4 out of 5
181 Church St Charleston SC
The price is Rp3.165.288 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp3.165.288
Rp4.517.873 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Emeline
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina

4 out of 5
20 Patriots Point Rd Mount Pleasant SC
The price is Rp1.528.164 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
Rp1.528.164
Rp2.588.701 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Harborside at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
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stayAPT Suites North Charleston

stayAPT Suites North Charleston

4 out of 5
9331 Blue House Rd North Charleston SC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in North Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
stayAPT Suites North Charleston
Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms

3.5 out of 5
5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms SC
Stay at this beach condo in Isle of Palms. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course and Isle of ...
Wild Dunes Vacation Condos 1&2 Bedrooms
Fire Tower

Fire Tower

3 out of 5
Cannon Street Charleston SC
Stay at this condo in Charleston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and concierge services. Popular attractions Charleston City Market and South Carolina Aquarium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Overall, excellent place to stay! Clean, comfortable, plenty of space. Great location! Easy to walk to nearly everything in the peninsula. It had a couple of very nice outdoor patios and a balcony on the unit. The one minor downside is that it’s not very soundproof between the units… at least the ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Fire Tower
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Stay near popular James Island attractions

James Island County Park

James Island County Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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Cities near James Island

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Charleston