Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

3-star hotel Great 45 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC, 29401
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

About Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

Located in Charleston, South Carolina, this hotel features an on-site restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. A microwave, refrigerator and coffee-making facilities come standard in each of the modern rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Downtown. A fitness center are available to the guests at this waterfront Hilton Garden Inn. Laundry facilities and a snack shop are on site as well. Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens is 12.5 miles away. Guests will be 12.1 miles from Drayton Hall and 19 minutes’ drive from Folly Beach.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 1005 reviews

The hotel receives mixed reviews with guests appreciating the cleanliness, friendly staff, and waterfront views, but expressing dissatisfaction with the high prices, lack of amenities, and maintenance issues. The location is praised for its proximity to downtown and the water, but some guests find it difficult to access and noisy due to nearby highways.

What guests liked
  • Friendly and helpful staff
  • Clean rooms and facilities
What could be better
  • High prices for rooms and amenities
  • Maintenance issues and lack of updates
  • Dana Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    The roof top amenities were great! The breakfast was pricey!

  • Danny Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    What a great hotel! Every detail of this establishment was top notch. Immaculate, well stocked, top notch amenities, service and staff, parking, everything was perfect. We enjoyed every second. Thank you for making our first stay in charleston amazing . We definitely will be staying here again when we return

  • William Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    as advertised.

  • William Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Beautiful and comfortable. I had a waterfront room with a great view. I had a roach encounter but informed staff at checkout and they were most apologetic. The room was very clean so I’m sure it was a fluke. The parking fee was a bit of a surprise as I made the reservation while driving and did not fully read the details. I prefer to stay where parking is included.

  • Austin Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Shonterria Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • April Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was good and clean

  • Susana May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was great and really clean.

  • Cathy May 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The AC wasn’t working so we moved to a different room. The heat had been on in that room and it took hours to cool off some- still didn’t cool properly. We were staying there in order to be close to MUSC for morning surgery. The microwave was filthy. I won’t stay there again and don’t recommend.

  • Cassandra May 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Easy to get to key areas in Charleston, but you aren’t directly downtown. Beautiful spot on the water!

  • Cassandra May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Easy to get to key areas in Charleston, but you aren’t directly downtown. Beautiful spot on the water!

  • Gregory May 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    D

  • William May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    My wife and I enjoyed the stay at the Hotel. Everything was great, as expected.

  • Katerina May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    It's a great hotel. Easy & free parking, we left our car there and took Uber to the downtown instead, as someone in these reviews previously suggested. It worked well! The hotel appears new, very clean, rooms large. Staff is amazing, breakfast tasty but you have to pay. Food at the restaurant tasty and healthy too. We had balcony with view of the river and sunset, was magical. Outdoor pool is very nice!

  • Katerina May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    It's a great hotel. Easy & free parking, we left our car there and took Uber to the downtown instead, as someone in these reviews previously suggested. It worked well! The hotel appears new, very clean, rooms large. Staff is amazing, breakfast tasty but you have to pay. Food at the restaurant tasty and healthy too. We had balcony with view of the river and sunset, was magical. Outdoor pool is very nice!

  • Joseph May 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Glen May 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Good

  • Jeroen Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Comfortable room with a beautiful view over the harbour/water. Extremely friendly staff during breakfast. The rooftop bar is really boring, so much more you can do with that place. Really have to take the car (or Uber) to visit Charleston Downtown.

  • Jeroen Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    The rooftop bar is really boring, so much more you can do with that place. Really have to take the car (or Uber) to visit Charleston Downtown.

  • Stan Apr 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Theodore Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Conveniently located to the marina and yacht club

  • Hancur Apr 2026 · via booking
    1.5/5

    Good location The room was very loud. The ac was loud, so was the fridge. The breakfast took forever.

  • Hancur Apr 2026 · via priceline
    1.5/5

    Good location The room was very loud. The ac was loud, so was the fridge. The breakfast took forever.

  • Michael Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean and quiet rooms, the staff was amazing, the location was good, food was good, and had a few drinks at the bar which was pleasant. Bartender was nice and made some good small talk.

  • Lied Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Was a quick stop on...

  • Lied Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Was a quick stop on our way home. Accommodations were clean and updated. The hotel experienced a po.

  • Erin Apr 2026 · via booking
    3/5

    Pleasant

  • Linda Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This is a great property and we are glad to have stayed here!

  • carrie Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    our room had a great view of the boats. Went up to the bar on the balcony which had a great view of the sunset. The room was clean, as was the rest of the hotel. Great location for what we needed.

  • Carrie Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    our room had a great view of the boats. Went up to the bar on the balcony which had a great view of the sunset. The room was clean, as was the rest of the hotel. Great location for what we needed.

  • Christina Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    So far, dependability on cleanliness and condition High pricing

  • Christina Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    High pricing

  • Grace Apr 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Good

  • Janis Apr 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    No one offered to help me with luggage

  • Rowena Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Carol Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel sits on the waterfront in Charleston and has a lovely roof bar. It’s @ 1-2 miles from downtown. We loved staying here.

  • Anne Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great stay, one item that would make it better is adding yoga mats or stretch mats to the gym. There was only 1 available and someone was using it. That is an inexpensive item to add multiple of and make them accessible hanging on the wall or near towel area for easy access for everyone.

  • Joseph Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful lobby, clean appearance and great options

  • Sharon Mar 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    I didn't see a pool.

  • Maureen Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Everything was wonderful. Clean and neat

  • Paul Mar 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Andre Mar 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Betty Mar 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great proximity to Disney Springs

  • Harlan Mar 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Lorraine Mar 2026 · via priceline
    0.5/5

    Had a medical problem and couldn't come. Wanted to apply my deposit to Marchand wouldn't even consider it. The staff did not address my problem beforehand and dismissed me and Elizabeth hung up on me.

  • theresa Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean

  • theresa Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean

  • Brendan Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The breakfast was very good and thankfully NOT a buffet but fresh to order. My kids loved it.

  • Brendan Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The breakfast was very good and thankfully NOT a buffet but fresh to order. My kids loved it.

  • Lana Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Courteous employees

  • Lana Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Courteous employees

  • Kelly Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

  • Kelly Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

  • Michelle Feb 2026 · via priceline
    3.5/5

    The view of the harbor was nice. When booking with Booking.com the hotels always give me the shittiest room available and it does not count toward my rewards with that hotel chain.

  • Lolitta Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Customer service was amazing from check in, dining in and checking out

  • Lolitta Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Customer service was amazing from check in, dining in and checking out

  • Christopher Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was great! Love the ambience of the lobby! Staff was very courteous and friendly.

  • Christopher Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was great! Love the ambience of the lobby! Staff was very courteous and friendly.

  • Artem Jan 2026 · via priceline
    2.5/5

    Booked the room with breakfast. The staff didn't believe me. Had to pay for my breakfast again. Miserable situation when you have to complain about $20, and the staff is not supportive. Sent a message in booking and never got a response. Don't book through booking, use the Hilton website.

  • Daniel Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Everything is awesome

  • Daniel Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Everything is awesome

  • Brent Jan 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Modern and clean Na

  • Josie Jan 2026 · via priceline
    2.5/5

    Charged me parking and when I booked on line breakfast was included. I got there told me it wasn’t .

  • jamie Jan 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The property is nice and room was clean. The lobby and bar area are very nice. The location was a short car ride away. It is not walking distance to the restaurants and shopping.

  • Thomas Jan 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    .Nice view, good location 'Everything was okay

  • Helen Jan 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    Location

  • Walter Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The room was clean and staff was friendly. But the pillows in the room need to be addressed immediately as they are extremely soft.

  • Walter Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The room was clean and staff was friendly. But the pillows in the room need to be addressed immediately as they are extremely soft.

  • Katherine Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, friendly and responsive staff.

  • Katherine Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, friendly and responsive staff.

  • Hollie Jan 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Perfect Everybody was so nice

  • Tae Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Good

  • Tae Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Good

  • Patrick Jan 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Pleasant, quiet place to spend the holiday. Good restaurants and historical sites.

  • Patrick Jan 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Pleasant, quiet place to spend the holiday. Good restaurants and historical sites.

  • Trisha Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Staff was attentive and helpful.

  • Trisha Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Staff was attentive and helpful.

  • Ana Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very good

  • Ana Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very good

  • Kelly Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Our room was clean and the staff were extremely pleasant.

  • Kelly Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Our room was clean and the staff were extremely pleasant.

  • Aashir Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Aashir Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Alexa Dec 2025 · via priceline
    1.5/5

    Location My partner and I were itchy from the bed sheets so we ended up requesting a change of sheets and got better. Definitely, the sheet were dirty.

  • anthony Dec 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Check in staff Mark was not friendly nor helpful. Asked about a cart and told they would be by the elevator. We had just come from there and they responded we have 6 I guess they are all in use. No sorry about that. No thing helpful, just seemed I was bothering him. I found in my 2 night stay that There are 3 different elevator banks that I didn’t know that we could have checked. The iron didn’t work in the room. My balcony room looked over a parking spot. Parking is extra. Should have stayed at the Marriott

  • anthony Dec 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Check in staff Mark was not friendly nor helpful. Asked about a cart and told they would be by the elevator. We had just come from there and they responded we have 6 I guess they are all in use. No sorry about that. No thing helpful, just seemed I was bothering him. I found in my 2 night stay that There are 3 different elevator banks that I didn’t know that we could have checked. The iron didn’t work in the room. My balcony room looked over a parking spot. Parking is extra. Should have stayed at the Marriott

  • Enrique Dec 2025 · via priceline
    5/5

    Pillows.

  • Sherry Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved our room! It was comfortable, updated, clean, and quiet. We loved having the living room area and enjoyed our christmas stay. The restaurant downstairs had the yummiest flatbread pizzas, too! We had a terrific stay! Thank you for making our holiday so nice!

  • Sherry Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We loved our room! It was comfortable, updated, clean, and quiet. We loved having the living room area and enjoyed our christmas stay. The restaurant downstairs had the yummiest flatbread pizzas, too! We had a terrific stay! Thank you for making our holiday so nice!

  • Mary Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had asked for a water view and were right over the pool and the marina looking out to the islands off the coast. It was a pleasure to return to our room.

  • Mary Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had asked for a water view and were right over the pool and the marina looking out to the islands off the coast. It was a pleasure to return to our room.

  • gregory Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes, clean and staff were happy and funn

  • gregory Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes, clean and staff were happy and funn

  • Faban Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Pleasant Staff, Easy Parking, Beautiful view

  • Faban Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Pleasant Staff, Easy Parking, Beautiful view

  • Joanna Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Staff was the best!

  • Joanna Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Staff was the best!

  • Meng Dec 2025 · via priceline
    3.5/5

    When I checked out, the male African American receptionist is really rude. When I didn’t hear clear what he was saying, I said” I beg your pardon”, and he just waved his hand saying “ you just go” like waving a dog, it is so humiliating.

  • David Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Booking included breakfast, advertised and even has on the menus “buffet breakfast”… they don’t do that any more apparently. We got a choice of one item.

  • David Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Booking included breakfast, advertised and even has on the menus “buffet breakfast”… they don’t do that any more apparently. We got a choice of one item.

  • Jose Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Excellent room

  • Jose Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Excellent room

  • George Dec 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The balcony turned out to be irrelevant due to inclement weather but the view was unimpressive. The room was not what I requested, and noisy due to lobby adjacent location. There was nothing to do in the immediate area but it wasn't inconvenient when you have a car -- but if you plan on rideshare travel, expect to spend $$$. Overall, the combo of location, price, and room location left me unsatisfied.

  • George Dec 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The balcony turned out to be irrelevant due to inclement weather but the view was unimpressive. The room was not what I requested, and noisy due to lobby adjacent location. There was nothing to do in the immediate area but it wasn't inconvenient when you have a car -- but if you plan on rideshare travel, expect to spend $$$. Overall, the combo of location, price, and room location left me unsatisfied.

  • Franceline Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Lying about the garage the best persons there were the waitresses at the restaurant will not go back

  • Franceline Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Lying about the garage the best persons there were the waitresses at the restaurant will not go back

  • Phillip Dec 2025 · via priceline
    5/5

    EVERYTHING Nothing

  • MARY Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    too far from the downtown, but it is quiet.

  • MARY Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    too far from the downtown, but it is quiet.

  • Tyrone Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room staff

  • Tyrone Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room staff

  • Marybeth Nov 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    We requested a balcony with a water view. We received a room with the view of the drop off area. The only water we could see was the fountain in front of the building. Also our room had a handicap shower. So every time we showed the water splash all over the floor. Leaving us to wipe it up with a towel. Finally it was advertised as being downtown and within walking distance of the shops and restaurants. It took 40 minutes to walk to the center of the city.

  • Marybeth Nov 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    We requested a balcony with a water view. We received a room with the view of the drop off area. The only water we could see was the fountain in front of the building. Also our room had a handicap shower. So every time we showed the water splash all over the floor. Leaving us to wipe it up with a towel. Finally it was advertised as being downtown and within walking distance of the shops and restaurants. It took 40 minutes to walk to the center of the city.

  • Nicola Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The main issue with this hotel is that it's located in the middle of nowhere with no amenities or restaurants close by. It's located right next to a busy highway off ramp which you have to cross if you want to walk into the city - pretty dangerous. If you can't or don't want to walk the only alternative is to Uber which adds up. The hotel should offer a shuttle into the city given its inconvenient location.

  • Nicola Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The main issue with this hotel is that it's located in the middle of nowhere with no amenities or restaurants close by. It's located right next to a busy highway off ramp which you have to cross if you want to walk into the city - pretty dangerous. If you can't or don't want to walk the only alternative is to Uber which adds up. The hotel should offer a shuttle into the city given its inconvenient location.

  • Bianca Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Never again. The balcony door was broken. Came in late so i didnt contact desk bc its not like they coukd do anything even thou they said they may have and i was in no mood to be changing rooms after i was ready for bed. We stocked all out luggage next to the door just incase. The next day they changed my room (such and inconvenience) and it was not the cleanest.since i booked with expedia they wouldnt refund a night but offered me breakfast. (It was gross).apparently they wouldnt do anything if i booked thru them anyways bc i didnt report itbright away. Btw i got in after 2am.im a hilton honor member and lately have been very disappointed with the hotels. This is the last time i use expedia or hilton. Hope this reaches someone

  • Bianca Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Never again. The balcony door was broken. Came in late so i didnt contact desk bc its not like they coukd do anything even thou they said they may have and i was in no mood to be changing rooms after i was ready for bed. We stocked all out luggage next to the door just incase. The next day they changed my room (such and inconvenience) and it was not the cleanest.since i booked with expedia they wouldnt refund a night but offered me breakfast. (It was gross).apparently they wouldnt do anything if i booked thru them anyways bc i didnt report itbright away. Btw i got in after 2am.im a hilton honor member and lately have been very disappointed with the hotels. This is the last time i use expedia or hilton. Hope this reaches someone

  • Kim Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room with great staff, rooftop bar was wonderful

  • Kim Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room with great staff, rooftop bar was wonderful

  • Kelsie Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great hotel, great staff, walking to downtown was nice and easy

  • Kelsie Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great hotel, great staff, walking to downtown was nice and easy

  • Elissa Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Lots of construction noise.

  • Elissa Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Lots of construction noise.

  • Jean Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Overall great experience!

  • Jean Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Overall great experience!

  • DeeDee Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Not not scenic

  • DeeDee Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Not not scenic

  • Charles Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our room was nice and clean. The staff was courteous and helpful.

  • Charles Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our room was nice and clean. The staff was courteous and helpful.

  • Glenn Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Will need transportation to city center and sites. Bus service is unreliable and food choices are limited. Breakfast was not included in our room rate and it was average at best.

  • Glenn Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Will need transportation to city center and sites. Bus service is unreliable and food choices are limited. Breakfast was not included in our room rate and it was average at best.

  • Robert Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel was up to the usual Hilton standards. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially Toni, the graveyard-shift front-desk person. Only two recommendations: Make parking and the morning breakfast “buffet” complimentary for guests.

  • Robert Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel was up to the usual Hilton standards. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially Toni, the graveyard-shift front-desk person. Only two recommendations: Make parking and the morning breakfast “buffet” complimentary for guests.

  • Glenn Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    We picked this hotel because of the water marina view from some of the rooms which was perfect for our 3 night stay there. It is also located within a 10-15 minute drive to the French Quarter of Charleston. Note that there are no real dining options nearby and you will need a car to reach many of the restaurants. There is a grocery store just down the street which was convenient to get some drinks/snacks. Also the entrance to the hotel is located on a road that does not allow you to make left hand turns on exiting the premises. So getting to and from the hotel was a bit awkward (must drive down the street and circle back to head in the opposite direction.)

  • Glenn Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    We picked this hotel because of the water marina view from some of the rooms which was perfect for our 3 night stay there. It is also located within a 10-15 minute drive to the French Quarter of Charleston. Note that there are no real dining options nearby and you will need a car to reach many of the restaurants. There is a grocery store just down the street which was convenient to get some drinks/snacks. Also the entrance to the hotel is located on a road that does not allow you to make left hand turns on exiting the premises. So getting to and from the hotel was a bit awkward (must drive down the street and circle back to head in the opposite direction.)

  • Leigh Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great lobby, upstairs roof top was nice

  • Leigh Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great lobby, upstairs roof top was nice

  • Bruce Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very clean and comfortable hotel. Has a nice rooftop bar. Excellent staff. The only negative thing is the food in their restaurant is not very good at all. I would stay again.

  • Bruce Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very clean and comfortable hotel. Has a nice rooftop bar. Excellent staff. The only negative thing is the food in their restaurant is not very good at all. I would stay again.

  • LYNNE Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff was excellent, rooms were clean. Location requires car or uber/lyft to get around.

  • LYNNE Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff was excellent, rooms were clean. Location requires car or uber/lyft to get around.

  • Michael Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Average

  • Michael Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Average

  • Colleen Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Parking was easy and there were many elevators to connect to the ground floor parking. The bed was very squeaky and uncomfortable not what I expect when staying in a Hilton branded hotel.

  • Colleen Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Parking was easy and there were many elevators to connect to the ground floor parking. The bed was very squeaky and uncomfortable not what I expect when staying in a Hilton branded hotel.

  • Bonnie Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful location on the marina. Pool area an added plus. Staff all friendly and helpful. Loved having room refreshed daily. Convenient location for all the sights but definitely need a car. Recommend highly and would stay here again.

  • Bonnie Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful location on the marina. Pool area an added plus. Staff all friendly and helpful. Loved having room refreshed daily. Convenient location for all the sights but definitely need a car. Recommend highly and would stay here again.

  • Julia Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great stay, a bit further from the action and one of the queen beds was squeaking all not with smallest turn. Considering the great deal we got happy to stay for one night

  • Julia Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great stay, a bit further from the action and one of the queen beds was squeaking all not with smallest turn. Considering the great deal we got happy to stay for one night

  • Sharon Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved the 45 Waterside rooftop. The view was amazing. Convenient parking. Staff very friendly. Clean property. Location was a plus.

  • Sharon Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved the 45 Waterside rooftop. The view was amazing. Convenient parking. Staff very friendly. Clean property. Location was a plus.

  • Dragana Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    We got room with hwy view even hotel wasn't busy. It is bad advertisement/policy for guests.

  • Dragana Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    We got room with hwy view even hotel wasn't busy. It is bad advertisement/policy for guests.

  • Shanna Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We walked to the historic district even though it’s 35 minutes away. It was great weather and we discovered lots of places along the way. The hotel itself was immaculate and has such great staff that are so very helpful. The pool is small but nice for a few laps to cool off.

  • Shanna Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    We walked to the historic district even though it’s 35 minutes away. It was great weather and we discovered lots of places along the way. The hotel itself was immaculate and has such great staff that are so very helpful. The pool is small but nice for a few laps to cool off.

  • Courtney Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Subpar lodgings for the price

  • Courtney Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Subpar lodgings for the price

  • Sylvia Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and made us feel welcomed. The location was ideal for our needs. We were in walking distance from a great restaurant, our view was incredible, we were no more than a 10 to 15 minute drive from anywhere we wanted to go, the lobby was beautifully decorated and smells amazing and our room was very clean. The only down side was the room was rather small, the bathroom and shower were extremely small and the mattresses left a lot to be desired.

  • Sylvia Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The staff were extremely helpful, friendly and made us feel welcomed. The location was ideal for our needs. We were in walking distance from a great restaurant, our view was incredible, we were no more than a 10 to 15 minute drive from anywhere we wanted to go, the lobby was beautifully decorated and smells amazing and our room was very clean. The only down side was the room was rather small, the bathroom and shower were extremely small and the mattresses left a lot to be desired.

  • Rick Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    No operating shower, clogged toilet upon arrival, broken pool chairs with sharp broken protruding screws, no disclosure of extra daily fee for parking on site.

  • Rick Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    No operating shower, clogged toilet upon arrival, broken pool chairs with sharp broken protruding screws, no disclosure of extra daily fee for parking on site.

  • Verified Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    It was horrible from the start. Check out the view. It's the rooftop which I assume was the HVAC system with standing (moldy) water. This room should be a storage and should no be sellable. Since it was a holiday weekend, they said they could not move me. Other rooftp views via the hallway were covered up. This was a total disrespect and a money grab.

  • Verified Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    It was horrible from the start. Check out the view. It's the rooftop which I assume was the HVAC system with standing (moldy) water. This room should be a storage and should no be sellable. Since it was a holiday weekend, they said they could not move me. Other rooftp views via the hallway were covered up. This was a total disrespect and a money grab.

  • Ornella Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean and Comfortable Stay: The rooms were super clean, and some even have full waterfront views or balconies with partial views of the river and marina. There’s also a rooftop sitting area overlooking the Ashley River. Fitness Center: The fitness center is really nice, Easy Access to Freeways: It’s close to the freeway, so getting around Charleston was easy. Recommendation: If you can, definitely try to get a room with a waterfront view — it makes the stay even better!

  • Ornella Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean and Comfortable Stay: The rooms were super clean, and some even have full waterfront views or balconies with partial views of the river and marina. There’s also a rooftop sitting area overlooking the Ashley River. Fitness Center: The fitness center is really nice, Easy Access to Freeways: It’s close to the freeway, so getting around Charleston was easy. Recommendation: If you can, definitely try to get a room with a waterfront view — it makes the stay even better!

  • Mary Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great pool area & staff!

  • Mary Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great pool area & staff!

  • Susan Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay!

  • Susan Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay!

  • Verified Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Had a very nice stay. Hotel is in a great location, nice pool area and work space.

  • Verified Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Had a very nice stay. Hotel is in a great location, nice pool area and work space.

  • Frank Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Ate 1 Banana then forced to buy buffet. The hotel is un organized at best

  • Frank Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Ate 1 Banana then forced to buy buffet. The hotel is un organized at best

  • Todd Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was kind, courteous and cordial. Location was within a short drive of everything but walking not so much.

  • Todd Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was kind, courteous and cordial. Location was within a short drive of everything but walking not so much.

  • Susan Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Coffee maker didn’t work. Lot of walking for my wife, she has a cane.

  • Susan Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Coffee maker didn’t work. Lot of walking for my wife, she has a cane.

  • Julia Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel was fine but the position was not good for getting to the historic town.

  • Julia Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel was fine but the position was not good for getting to the historic town.

  • Savannah Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I am very happy with this hotel, I think this might be there one I’ll continue using, it’s a good hotel room, no weird things going on, the tv was in a perfect spot, the bathroom had a real door and so did the shower, we had a balcony which was perfect for sitting on, the lobby was great, staff was all so friendly, absolutely 10/10

  • Savannah Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I am very happy with this hotel, I think this might be there one I’ll continue using, it’s a good hotel room, no weird things going on, the tv was in a perfect spot, the bathroom had a real door and so did the shower, we had a balcony which was perfect for sitting on, the lobby was great, staff was all so friendly, absolutely 10/10

  • Jacqueline Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was very good had no problems.

  • Jacqueline Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was very good had no problems.

  • Lemuel Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean and good breakfast options.

  • Lemuel Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean and good breakfast options.

  • Matthew Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Grear

  • Matthew Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Grear

  • Mark Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice property and great view of harbor. Breakfast in dining room not great.

  • Mark Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice property and great view of harbor. Breakfast in dining room not great.

  • Christine Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    This hotel has no restaurants near by. You are stuck with no food options. The harbor is private so you can’t even enjoy that. We do no recommend.

  • Christine Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    This hotel has no restaurants near by. You are stuck with no food options. The harbor is private so you can’t even enjoy that. We do no recommend.

  • Alyssa Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Enjoyed my stay!

  • Alyssa Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Enjoyed my stay!

  • Cheryl Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice hotel, great location and very good staff

  • Cheryl Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice hotel, great location and very good staff

  • Kristine Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hilton Waterfront was the perfect palette for our mom/daughter weekend! Lovely pool to relax in. Easy and low cost Uber's into Charleston and back. ($5 per ride). Gorgeous room with patio to view the fountain and Marina! Early check-in request was honored as well. Thanks very much!!

  • Kristine Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hilton Waterfront was the perfect palette for our mom/daughter weekend! Lovely pool to relax in. Easy and low cost Uber's into Charleston and back. ($5 per ride). Gorgeous room with patio to view the fountain and Marina! Early check-in request was honored as well. Thanks very much!!

  • matthew Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice place. Breakfast not worth what they charge, but otherwise a solid place to stay

  • matthew Aug 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice place. Breakfast not worth what they charge, but otherwise a solid place to stay

  • Lisa Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very accommodating. Front desk staff were excellent and food was also great!

  • Lisa Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very accommodating. Front desk staff were excellent and food was also great!

  • Anna Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was very nice !!!

  • Anna Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was very nice !!!

  • Monica Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    convention to places

  • Monica Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    convention to places

  • Branden Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    great stay

  • Branden Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    great stay

  • Gina Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff at the front desk was amazing, Looking forward to future visits.

  • Gina Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff at the front desk was amazing, Looking forward to future visits.

  • Gita Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Property is old

  • Gita Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Property is old

  • Shalaw Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    it was a great experience. keep up the good work.

  • Shalaw Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    it was a great experience. keep up the good work.

  • Vanessa Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Loved the location, hotel, and the service!

  • Vanessa Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Loved the location, hotel, and the service!

  • Manuel Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The Location was perfect. The Staff were Amazing. Great Stay. Will definitely be back!

  • Manuel Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The Location was perfect. The Staff were Amazing. Great Stay. Will definitely be back!

  • Chris Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice to be close to downtown but on the harbor overlooking a marina. Easy access to all the great food, drinks, attractions, and nightlife Charleston has to offer.

  • Chris Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice to be close to downtown but on the harbor overlooking a marina. Easy access to all the great food, drinks, attractions, and nightlife Charleston has to offer.

  • Warner Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very friendly

  • Warner Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very friendly

  • Michelle Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Staff is amazing, but had to ask for housekeeping to come after being skipped. Food was just okay. Nothing within walking distance, no courtesy shuttles to downtown.

  • Michelle Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Staff is amazing, but had to ask for housekeeping to come after being skipped. Food was just okay. Nothing within walking distance, no courtesy shuttles to downtown.

  • Steven Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We have stayed there several times. It's clean, close to town, has free parking, and it has a nice view on the roof.

  • Steven Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We have stayed there several times. It's clean, close to town, has free parking, and it has a nice view on the roof.

  • Diane Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We had a very large room with two queen beds. It was very nice and had my number one request, a Keurig!

  • Diane Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We had a very large room with two queen beds. It was very nice and had my number one request, a Keurig!

  • stacey Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great, great location

  • stacey Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great, great location

  • Verified May 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Parking was limited and taped off,,, construction tape all along the front of the entrance made us hesitant about where to enter and park.

  • Verified May 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Parking was limited and taped off,,, construction tape all along the front of the entrance made us hesitant about where to enter and park.

  • Verified May 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Our stay was not as expected. The reviews were good. I always check them before I stay somewhere new. When we came out to get in our vehicle Sunday we were the only one in the garage and everything was roped off. When we came back parking was a nightmare since the garage was blocked off. The elevator we normally used to get to our room that was convenient was blocked off and we had to go through the guest desk and carry all of our stuff through the bar. That was embarrassing. We checked out the next morning everything was still blocked off and no carts were available. One in my group recently had surgery. We had to carry all of our stuff a long way to the vehicle since there were no carts and we went not parked close to an elevator that we could get to. Had to make three trips and were sweaty before our day got started. If we were going to have such an inconvenience this should have been explained at checkin. I will never stay there again and definitely will not recommend to others.

  • Verified May 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Our stay was not as expected. The reviews were good. I always check them before I stay somewhere new. When we came out to get in our vehicle Sunday we were the only one in the garage and everything was roped off. When we came back parking was a nightmare since the garage was blocked off. The elevator we normally used to get to our room that was convenient was blocked off and we had to go through the guest desk and carry all of our stuff through the bar. That was embarrassing. We checked out the next morning everything was still blocked off and no carts were available. One in my group recently had surgery. We had to carry all of our stuff a long way to the vehicle since there were no carts and we went not parked close to an elevator that we could get to. Had to make three trips and were sweaty before our day got started. If we were going to have such an inconvenience this should have been explained at checkin. I will never stay there again and definitely will not recommend to others.

  • Kelley May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Kelley May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Dolores May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Unable to walk around outside.

  • Dolores May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Unable to walk around outside.

  • kevin May 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    out of the way.light

  • Piero May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    While not quite downtown, a great value for modern hotel comfort. Overall great experience and would stay here again. I specially appreciated hassle free free self parking.

  • april May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Service was amazing. Very clean. My bed was firmer than what I am accustomed to so didn’t sleep as well but my friends said they slept great.

  • Michael Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Unfortunately when we were there they were doing a massive remodeling project in the halls restaurant front desk pool area. It definitely affected our stay. We had a balcony room which cost more but we were happy with the view and the fact that it was in a more private area of the hotel.

  • Mary Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Overall great experience

  • Elizabeth Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Would benefit from a shuttle bus to central/historic area.

  • Laura Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Overall it was good. The property is clean but dated looking from the outside. The pool was closed/under construction. The room was fine. It was clean and did the job. Overall it worked for our needs.

  • Joseph Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    We recieved a large screw in our tire in their parking lot. A manager told me to send her the receipt for the tire and she would reimburse me. That never happened. After recieving the receipt, ive heard nothing else from her. The property was under construction which caused most of the things we didnt like about this property, but i do not recommend.

  • Janet Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Our view was nice but we couldn’t walk to town. It was inconvenient.

  • Beth Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Next door to the Marriot to purchase food and be able to sit down. The pool was sequestered from everything and it felt like the freeway was on top of our heads it was so close.

  • Wilhelmenia Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

  • Leigh Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I especially liked the courtesy and professionalism of the staff

  • Natalie Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. There was remodeling going on in the lobby which we didn’t know about. We had to find ways around the construction but it was fine. The view from our room was amazing!

  • Angela Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Undergoing construction during visit.

  • Dan Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff was great. Room was just OK. Make sore to get a room with the full water view. We had partial view so it was just OK. Also had a room that the bathroom was more for handicapped people for the shower so ask about that if you don’t need it. Takes up space. Not much to do in the general walking area. Traffic is quite bad in and out of downtown. Lobby was in renovation so that didn’t help the cause. Should be finished now. Again, never nice staff but average hotel otherwise

  • Jeanette Mar 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Girls weekend trip. Great location on the water, close to all downtown festivities. Wasn't able to enjoy the restaurant as they were renovating but they did off room service without the extra fee and had a nice roof top bar. Strongly recommend. Our room was fantastic; clean, comfortable with a great view.

  • Kathleen Mar 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Beautiful spot but not as close to things as I had hoped. Would suggest having a car if staying here. Hotel lobby was being remodeled so was unable to enjoy the benefits of the hotel lobby, lounge and restaurant. Staff was very friendly. Hotel was very clean.

  • Julianne Mar 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    I would’ve hoped for a water view room for the money, and the property was not super walkable to shopping or restaurants.

  • Jeffrey Mar 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Very clean ,frustrating due to property getting fixed,no shuttle service

  • Niekel Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Modern rooms and short uber ride to town

  • Michelle Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Under construction but accommodating

  • Stefan Feb 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Not worth my time to explain and list all the issues. On my regular visit to Charleston I will stay on a different Hotel

  • Donna Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was 5 stars. Rooftop bar was lovely. This hotel was on the harbor and we did need to drive downtown but it was a 5 minute drive so no big deal. The hotel was undergoing dining room renovation but the kitchen was still open and provided room service and also to the rooftop bar. Can’t say enough good things about this hotel!

  • Ann Feb 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Good for a night’s stay.

  • Tammy Feb 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    They are doing extensive renovations and place is a mess. Everyone else was thankful for business and apologizing for mess except this woman.

  • Wynn Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Never told even at check in the hotel was under construction. Fitness center closed which my husband need for his Parkinson’s disease would have stay at VRBO if I knew that. Room was ok bed was not that comfortable which is unlike Hiltons the halls smaller due to construction.Restaurant is really a cafe with limited menu.

  • James Jan 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Wish I knew they had renovations going on before arriving.

  • Niki Jan 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good location. Only ten min uber to French quarter and king street. Nice and quiet.

  • James Jan 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Rooms need updating. TV is very basic. View was amazing, however!

  • Amy Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Upon check out, I was just letting them know to clean the bedding better or figure it out for next guest and my concern was dismissed to a new mattress smell. I have smelled new mattresses, they usually do not smell like gas.

  • Min Dec 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Under construction so it smelled and looked bad. Saw a bunch of mattresses in the parking lot. Maybe for bedbugs? Who knows

  • Judith Dec 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice property.

  • Elizabeth Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Love this location on the water. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is nice and comfortable. I loved having the bar on the 1st floor.

  • Verified Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    The main chair was very dirty and the 2 floors above us were under construction therefore it was very noisy.

  • Julia Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great price for location, quality of room, hotel. We enjoyed the lobby. Would come again.

  • Edward Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Reserved a king sized bed and received two double beds. I’m 6’4” this doesn’t work for me.

  • Ron Nov 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    I reserved two rooms : one room had a beautiful harbor view and the other room had a parking lot view. Each charged the same price.

  • Mary Nov 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Need vending machines Be nice to have shuttles to take visitors to tourist areas Most of the seasoned staff were super pleasant, The younger needs more customer care training.

  • Linda Nov 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    The music from the rooftop bar was too loud so finally l asked the front desk to turn it down and within minutes it was down! Thank you Tremika for wonderful service!!

  • Helen Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Bed mattress was not supportive at all. Creaking everything I would turn. Check-in service extremely slow for some reason. Free parking.

  • Kirby Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    The young man who checked me in was amazing. I regret I did not get his name to put it in this review. He was truly an asset to your team

  • Nikola Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice place

  • Angie Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Have stayed at this hotel several times has always been nice and clean and staff have always been great. Definitely recommend.

  • Mark Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Your property was so quiet!! We slept so well. Your front desk help was extremely friendly. Your pool was perfect for my lap swimming. Parking was so convenient. Breakfast options were amazing.

  • William Nov 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff was great. Disappointing was the cleanliness of the floors both wooden and carpeting in the lobby.

  • Leanne Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Internet was very spotty and had difficulties connecting and maintaining the connection

  • Sherri Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    The hotel is in an awkward spot between two highways and no where to walk around .. it’s also in need of some updating but it served it’s purpose for our trip

  • MARK Oct 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Hotel was in a very nice and safe are. However Hotel was a little tired and dirty. Could use a refurbishing. Especially whith the amount we paid.

Frequently asked questions about Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown

Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown.
Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown have a fitness center?
Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown located, and how walkable is the area?
Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Waterfront/Downtown is located at 45 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC 29401. With a Walk Score of 55, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available