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BEST WESTERN Sweetgrass Inn

This is a 2 star hotel in Charleston
1540 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC, U.S.A.
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Near I-526, free Wi-Fi and breakfast, on-site pool
Pros 
  • Free Wi-Fi, free breakfast and free parking
  • Many guests described their rooms as clean
  • Many reviewers found the location convenient for exploring the area by car
  • The staff were frequently complimented for their friendly service
  • Many guests enjoyed the outdoor pool area
  • Several reviewers appreciated the free breakfast
Cons 
  • No on-site restaurant
  • A few guests noticed an unpleasant damp smell in their rooms
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Editor's Analysis

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Updated on Jun 17, 2013
Overview
This hotel is situated among shopping and restaurants on a major thoroughfare in Charleston. This property is well located for guests who are looking to explore the area by car but like to have some amenities within walking distance.

Both smoking and non-smoking accommodations are available. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, free local calls, a 37" flat screen TV, a coffeemaker, an iron and ironing board, a hair dryer, a desk, a microwave, a mini-fridge and air conditioning. Rooms are furnished with two double beds, one queen bed or one king bed.

Free parking is available on site and pets are permitted for an additional fee of $25 per stay.

A free breakfast is served from 6 am to 9 am on weekdays and from 7 am to 10 am on weekends. This hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, but Bessinger's Barbecue is less than a 1-minute walk away, and several other restaurants are located within a 5-minute walk.

Other on-site amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk, guest laundry facilities, safe deposit boxes, a business centre, ice/vending machines and free coffee and newspapers in the lobby.

Interstate 526 is a 2-minute drive away, and public transit access is less than a 1-minute walk from the hotel.

The West Ashley Shoppes is 4 minutes away by car, and Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is a 14-minute drive away. The downtown Charleston area, including the Dock Street Theater, City Market, Waterfront Park, the Gibbes Museum of Art and the South Carolina Aquarium, is about 15 minutes away by car. The College of Charleston sports fields and access to ferries for travel to the Fort Sumter National Monument are about a 17-minute drive away.

The Charleston International Airport (CHS) is about 13 minutes away by car. (All driving time estimates: Google Maps)

Verified by a front desk agent on June 13, 2013: Free Wi-Fi and free parking. Free breakfast hours and pet fees.
The Good
Many guests seemed happy with their stays at this hotel, among the reviews used for this analysis, and several reviewers thought that the hotel offered good value for the money they spent.

Many guests described their rooms as clean. Some other reviewers added that their rooms were comfortable, spacious and quiet.

The staff throughout the hotel were frequently complimented for their friendly and helpful service.

Many reviewers found this hotel well located for exploring the area by car and several guests found several restaurants and a grocery store nearby.

Many guests enjoyed the outdoor pool area. One reviewer thought that the pool was large, while a few guests agreed that the landscaping around the pool was beautiful.

Several reviewers appreciated the free breakfast and one guest thought that the food was awesome.

The Bad
There were very few concerns or complaints found for this property, among the reviews sourced for this editorial. However, a few guests complained about an unpleasant damp or musty smell in their rooms.
Expedia.ca gave this hotel an average score of out of 3.9 out of 5, with 85% of 363 guests recommending the property.

TripAdvisor.com ranked this hotel #24 out of 54 hotels in Charleston, with an average score of 4 out of 5, from 330 reviews.

The author called the hotel on June 13, 2013 to verify some information.

Guest Reviews

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97.61 USD - 0.00 USD BEST WESTERN Sweetgrass Inn
Rating:
5.5
Mediocre
Ranking:
#37
Out of 129 hotels
Guest Rating Explained
Rating: 5.5 / 10

No. of guest ratings: 1
No. of guest comments: 1
Guest Recommended: No
Popularity Ranking Explained

Rating: #37 out of 129 hotels in Charleston ranked by guests.
Guest Recommendations
"For cleanliness, the toilet was clogged upon arrival. The popcorn ceiling was falling onto the carpet, leaving white debris on the carpet throughout the room."
Brian from Greenville, SC US rated BEST WESTERN Sweetgrass Inn 4 out of 10 on June 10, 2006

Amenities

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BEST WESTERN Sweetgrass Inn

  • Business Center
  • Fitness Room/Gym
  • Tour Desk
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Air Conditioned
  • Safe-Deposit Box
  • Refrigerator
  • Cable / Satellite TV
  • Microwave
  • TV
  • Photocopier
  • Ticket Service
  • Internet Connection (wireless)
  • Shower
  • En suite
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Toilet
  • Vending Machines
  • Self Laundry

User Contributed Info

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Category Accommodation and Food Services
Friday Closing Time 24:00
Friday Opening Time 00:00
Listing Type Place
Monday Closing Time 24:00
Monday Opening Time 00:00
Place Activities Sleeping / Lodging (hotel, chalet, B&B, cabin...)
Postal Code 29407
Saturday Closing Time 24:00
Saturday Opening Time 00:00
Sunday Closing Time 24:00
Sunday Opening Time 00:00
Telephone (843) 571-6100
Thursday Closing Time 24:00
Thursday Opening Time 00:00
Tuesday Closing Time 24:00
Tuesday Opening Time 00:00
Wednesday Closing Time 24:00
Wednesday Opening Time 00:00

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