98 Ripley Point Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Chain: SpringHill Suites
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The 123 all-suites SpringHill Suites by Marriott Downtown Riverview Charleston provides economically priced accommodation to suit both the business traveler and families on vacation. The four-story, non-smoking hotel is a short drive from the city’s historic area and enjoys views of the Ashley River. Items included with the room rate are a continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access, local telephone calls, a morning newspaper, parking and coffee available in the lobby 24/7. There are two meeting rooms for social or business functions. The larger can accommodate 75 guests. There are several golf courses a short distance from the hotel. Other area attractions include Folly Beach, the South Carolina Aquarium, Fort Sumter and the Charleston Battery.
Does HotelsByCity recommend this hotel?
Several former visitors to this hotel said it offered great value for money and was in a perfect location, allowing pleasant walks along the riverbanks. There were good reviews about the employees who were both friendly and efficient. Couples said it was an ideal place for a weekend getaway. The complimentary continental breakfast made a great start to the day before exploring the nearby historic area of Charleston. Many clients said they would stay here on future visits to the area and would recommend the property to others. Read our customer reviews?
All the suites have a wet bar, mini-refrigerator and microwave oven. Other features are a work desk with high-speed Internet access, cable television with news and movie channels, pullout sofa bed, alarm clock, tea and coffee making facilities, two-line telephone with voicemail, iron and ironing board and a hairdryer.
This hotel has an outdoor heated swimming pool and whirlpool and fitness center. The complimentary breakfast is the only meal served here but there are several places to eat nearby including California Dreaming, Bessinger’s Barbecue and Magnolia’s Uptown Down South. The 24-hour front desk has safe deposit boxes and information on area events and attractions. Other amenities include a full service business center, a coin-operated laundry, valet-dry cleaning, vending machines and an ATM.
From Charleston Airport (CHS) 12 miles: Follow International Drive south to I-526 east. Take I-526 east to I-26 east and continue on I-26 east for 6-7 miles to Exit 221B (Meeting Street/Visitor's Center). Exit I-26 onto Meeting Street and proceed south on Meeting Street for approximately three miles. Make a right-hand turn onto Calhoun Street (Marion Square Park will be on the right-hand side). Proceed west on Calhoun Street for approximately three miles and exit Calhoun Street just beyond the Medical University and Roper Hospital as it turns into SC 30 (James Island/Folly Beach). Cross the bridge on SC 30, heading toward James Island and Folly Beach. Merge into the far right-hand lane and take exit 1 (Hwy 61/Summerville). Make a right at the second traffic light, which will be Ripley Pointe Drive. The hotel is located approximately 200 yards on the left.
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