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The Embassy Suites Historic Charleston hotel is a grand restoration of the original Citadel Military College which is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings. This full-service upscale all-suite hotel is walking distance from the Charleston Music Hall, the Charleston Visitor Information Center, the Charleston Museum, the Charleston Marketplace, the South Carolina Aquarium, the Dock Street Theater, the King Street Shopping District, the College of Charleston, and the Medical University of South Carolina. Fort Sumter, the Charleston International Airport and the North Charleston Coliseum are within a short drive.Guests of the Embassy Suites Historic Charleston SC hotel stay in spacious two-room suites and receive a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and a nightly manager's reception. High-speed Internet access is available throughout the hotel. A lush 5-story atrium with a 12 foot fountain, exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, and plenty of furnished nooks provide a place for quiet conversations. The Embassy Suites hotel offers two-room suites, each with two telephones, two televisions, iron and ironing board, microwave, refrigerator, in-room coffee maker. Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast in the morning and manager's reception in the evening, four whirlpool suites, concierge services, room service, bell and valet services, outdoor pool and garden courtyard, workout room and meeting facilities are also available.
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Location. The Embassy Suites Charleston - Historic Charleston occupies the historic Citadel building on Marion Square Park in Charleston, S. C. The hotel stands two blocks from the King Street shopping district. The City of Charleston Visitors Center and South Carolina Aquarium are within one-half mile of the hotel. Hotel Features. The expansive lobby features mahogany furniture and hardwood flooring. The hotel's five-story atrium displays a 12-foot fountain, exposed brick walls and secluded sitting areas. The hotel hosts complimentary evening receptions in the atrium, serving snacks and chilled beverages. Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfasts are prepared by professional chefs, and customized omelets are a breakfast specialty. The Exchange Room restaurant serves casual, American-style lunches. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool and a landscaped courtyard. The fitness room offers an assortment of cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. The hotel features meeting and conference space, a business center, and wireless Internet access for a fee. Guestrooms. The hotel's 153 suite-style guestrooms feature separate living and sleeping areas. Living areas include sofa beds, flat-screen televisions and video game consoles. Bedrooms feature second televisions. Rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access for a fee. Kitchenettes include mini fridges, microwave ovens and coffeemakers. Expert Tip. The historic Citadel building, home of the Embassy Suites Charleston - Historic Charleston, is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings. The structure housed the South Carolina Military Academy in the mid-1800s. The school was temporarily closed when Federal troops occupied the building during the Civil War. Destination Fees: The hotel charges $1 plus tax per day. Fees are determined by the hotel and are subject to change. .
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Celebrate the grand restoration of a famous Charleston landmark, the original home of the 19th century Citadel Military College. The hotel is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and features British West Colonial Plantation decor. The lobby features warm hardwood floors, potted palms, ceiling fans and mahogany furniture. A lush 5-story atrium with a 12 foot fountain, exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, and plenty of furnished nooks for quiet conversations. We offer two-room suites, each with two telephones, two televisions, iron and ironing board, microwave, refrigerator, in-room coffee maker. Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast in the morning and manager's reception in the evening, 12 jacuzzi suites, concierge services, room service, bell and valet services, outdoor pool and garden courtyard, workout room and meeting facilities are also available.
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When we pulled up, I thought, WOW, this
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Posted Mar 09, 2008
Okay
When we pulled up, I thought, WOW, this is great! And when in the lobby it was of a grand scale. But when you get into your room, its a different story. Very outdated decor, couch had holes, carpet was extremely dirty, no fan in the bathroom and ...
My husband and I stayed here on a
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Posted Jan 30, 2008
Good
My husband and I stayed here on a business trip. There was a problem with our original room , and the staff quickly placed us in a much better accomodation. The hotel itself is lovely with a rich history. It was the original location of The Citadel ....
I love Embassy Suites but this one
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Posted Jul 31, 2007
Okay
I love Embassy Suites but this one wasn't what I expected. The beds are full size, but a comfortable small bed. The breakfast line was HUGE for breakfast, the reception (beverage, snack) line was HUGE. The walk to Market Street is about 8 blocks,...
50 year old female with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure
I am Hilton Honors Diamond, which I mention only to illustrate that I am very familiar with Hilton properties. Many of my stays last year were in Embassy Suites.
This property is atypical in many respects. While it is true that it is a rennovation of a historic building, what that effectively means is that there is only one small window in the entire suite, and you have to climb on your bed to see out of it. My first room was on a high floor with two double beds - both jammed against the wall on either side of the very small bedroom. So I literally had to stand on the bed to open and close the curtains. I asked for a room change with a better window setup - and they moved me to a first floor room while I was out - but it had a shutter over it so there was no view at all!! I was afraid to complain again.
The restaurant is a joke. Breakfast is predictable enough. But lunch and dinner fare is some of the worst I've ever had. Example: Potato soup turned out to be a bowl of some concoction thicker than mashed potatoes - greasy with burned potato peels mixed throughout. The New York strip was thin, greasy, and almost flavorless.
If the market area or the carriage rides, or other central attractions are important to you, It's a very long walk to the market area of Charleston.
When I politely mentioned the room disappointment at checkout - after they asked - the manager told me I should understand the differences in a historic property. I didn't - but now I do. And it's not a quaint, interesting difference. Just a limiting one.
My advice? Stay in the Doubletree Suites right at the center of the market area.
Managers reception.Cook to order
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Posted Apr 27, 2007
Excellent
Managers reception.Cook to order breakfast was always crowded. Good overall experience. Decent location to downtown Charleston. Room was comfortable. Staff was very friendly. Would stay at again.
The location was great for seeing
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Posted Apr 01, 2007
All
The location was great for seeing Charleston. It was in walking distance to all sights in the area. The staff was very helpful.The bathroom was small. I would stay here again.
The Embassy Suites in historic downtown
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Posted Dec 25, 2006
Excellent
The Embassy Suites in historic downtown Charleston was converted from the former Citadel military academy. The hotel common areas are beautiful and the rooms are well appointed. There was even an LCD hi-def TV in the room. The staff was superb.....
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