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Hotel Overview

1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29407

Holiday Inn Express Charleston Us Highway 17 & I-526 By Ihg - Midscale hotel with free breakfast near Charleston Historic District

Located in West Ashley, this hotel is minutes from Downtown Charleston, area beaches, and attractions. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, a fitness center with cardio machines, and free high-speed wireless internet. The hotel offers a complimentary Express Start Breakfast. Business travelers can use the modern business center. Nearby landmarks include the Charleston Historic District, Citadel Mall Stadium 16 IMAX theater, and the James Island Festival of Lights.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free full breakfast with eggs, bacon, and pastries

Outdoor pool and well-equipped fitness center

Guided city tours with convenient pick-up from the lobby

Complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby

Free on-site parking

Proximity to Charleston Crab House and Zen Asian Fusion restaurants

Guest rooms

Each guest room offers a choice of two queen beds or one king bed. Rooms include a microwave, refrigerator, iron and ironing board, and a coffee and tea maker. The Holiday Inn Express Simply Smart Bed Collection features bedside outlets, a plush duvet, and a choice of pillows. All rooms have free wireless internet and a 32-inch flat-screen TV.

Other conveniences

Mini-refrigerators and microwaves in all rooms

Work desk with lamp and ergonomic chair

Free toiletries and hairdryer in the bathroom

Smoke detectors and accessible door locks

Connecting rooms available upon request

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Standard King Room

Max:

4 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

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Standard Room

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2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Coffee machine

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Charleston 5.6 mi

Airports

Charleston International (CHS) 8.1 mi

Hilton Head (HHH) 96.5 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Internet

Internet access

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Internet access
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Video games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29407

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1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29407

City landmarks

Museum

American Military Museum

4500 ft

Shopping Area

Citadel Mall Shopping Center

3900 ft

Mall

The Quadrangle Shopping Center

3900 ft

Landmark

Shoppers Port Shopping Center

3900 ft

Mall

West Ashley Shoppes Shopping Center

4500 ft

Mall

Ashley Oaks Plaza Shopping Center

5200 ft

Landmark

Westwood Plaza Shopping Center

5200 ft

Mall

Citadel Mall

3600 ft

Landmark

Aladdin's Castle

2300 ft

Church

Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church

2300 ft

Church

Charleston Bible Church

2400 ft

Landmark

Saint Johns Church

2500 ft

Landmark

Charleston Harbor Church

3300 ft

Mall

EPIC Center

3700 ft

Landmark

Citadel Mall Stadium 16 with IMAX

5000 ft

Landmark

Charleston Sofa Super Store fire

1.0 mi

Park

Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site

2.3 mi

Landmark

Fair Play Video

4400 ft

Landmark

Millie Lewis Models and Talent

4600 ft

Landmark

Cash on the Spot Title Loans

4600 ft

Church

Graham Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

Community Baptist Church of West Ashley

1.1 mi

Landmark

Bible Assembly Deliverance Church

1.2 mi

Landmark

Saint Peters Church

1.2 mi

Landmark

Paul Cantrell Memorial

1.2 mi

Landmark

Johnson and Wales Univ Admission

1.4 mi

Church

Pinecrest Baptist Church

1.5 mi

Landmark

Grace United Methodist Church

1.5 mi

Landmark

Absolute Charleston Airport Shuttle

1.5 mi

Landmark

Saint Andrews Playground

1.5 mi

Nearby

Charleston Sofa Super Store fire

1600 ft

Millie Lewis Models and Talent

1300 ft

Restaurants

Boxcar Betty's

4700 ft

1922 Savannah Hwy

Cook Out

3700 ft

2036 Savannah Hwy

Craft Conundrum

3200 ft

630 Skylark Dr Ste A

Hopsing's Asian Restaurant

3200 ft

630 Skylark Dr Ste N2

McDonald's

3700 ft

2050 Savannah Hwy

China Master

2800 ft

2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Unit FC6

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Paul

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel had great lighting in the rooms with a mix of fluorescent and incandescent lights, but there was a broken window shade and a busted toilet seat. The comfort and equipment in the rooms were good, but the towels were placed in the sink instead of hung up.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had a mix of lighting and were comfortable with good equipment, but some maintenance issues were present.

Service

7.0

The service was very helpful and friendly, going out of their way to ensure our needs were met. However, some instances showed a lack of concern and assistance.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located on the Savannah Highway, which can be quite busy but makes traveling around Charleston convenient. It's close to downtown, allowing easy access to various places in the area at a reasonable price.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was varied, with some pleasant surprises from the food truck outside. However, there were minor issues that could be improved.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and tours/ticket assistance.

Mary

United States, November 2023

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were clean and spacious, and the staff was friendly. However, the rooms were a bit small and lacked a proper desk for work. Additionally, the request to use a second credit card was inconvenient.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and spacious, which was nice.

Service

9.0

The service was great, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable.

Location

9.0

The location was better than expected, right next to a supermarket and accessible to the highway.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was awesome, providing a variety of delicious options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

Alan

United States, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel rooms were nice and comfortable with a slight old cigarette smoke smell but overall clean and up to date. The service was welcoming, but an issue with noise during breakfast stood out. The location was convenient for the park and cruise, though not in the historic district. The dining experience was more than adequate, offering good variety. The hotel facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were nice but had a slight old cigarette smoke smell and were still undergoing renovation. Despite that, they were clean and comfortable.

Service

7.0

The service was nice and accommodating, but there was an issue with noise during breakfast. However, the staff was friendly during check-in and check-out processes.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was great for those choosing it for park and cruise, with easy access to the highway. However, it was not situated in the historic district.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, offering a variety of options including omelettes, pancakes, cereals, yogurt, and fruit. The cheese rolls were a notable highlight.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were satisfactory.