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20 South Battery

A 1843 private Charlestonian mansion turned modern luxury boutique hotel waiting to welcome you.

If there is one thing that we know at 20 South Battery, it’s Charleston – a city with deep roots and layers of nuance, whose charm and grace captivates everyone who steps onto her well-worn, cobblestone streets. It’s a city rife with history yet thrumming with energy, where everyone is welcome. Built in 1843 as a private mansion and styled through the years to become the shining example of Charles

tonian architecture you see today, the intimate, eleven-room boutique hotel of 20 South Battery is a singular way to experience history in modern luxury accommodations. Join us on the broad and breezy front porch across from White Point Gardens, or in the parlor for complimentary w**e and cheese each evening. Stroll our splendid grounds before entertaining guests in the grand ballroom. True Southern hospitality is on display at this gem of the Historic District, and we can’t wait for you to stay with us.

09/03/2026

If these walls could talk, they’d tell stories from 1843. 🏛️✨

From original architectural quirks to hidden historic details, every inch of 20 South Battery holds a piece of Lowcountry history. Here are a few of our favorite secrets tucked away inside the mansion.

Which detail surprised you the most? 👇

08/25/2026

Step into Charleston's history, then experience even more of it during your stay. 🤍

Our Historic Charleston Package is designed for guests who want to experience the city's past beyond the pages of a history book. Choose any two of these renowned tours at a special package rate:

🏛️ Fort Sumter Tour
🌳 Boone Hall Plantation Tour
⚓ USS Yorktown Tour
🚶 Charleston Strolls Walk With History Tour
🐴 Historic Carriage Tour

It's a wonderful way to experience Charleston's stories, landmarks, and history while staying at one of the city's most historic boutique inns.

Ready to enhance your stay? Call 843-727-3100 to add the Historic Charleston Package and choose your tours. https://20southbattery.com/offers/

🤍 Which tour would you choose?

08/18/2026

One of the best parts of staying on the Battery? You don't have to wonder where to begin. 🤍

We've gathered some of our favorite historic homes, waterfront walks, museums, and Charleston landmarks — all just a short stroll from 20 South Battery.

We've done the planning for you, making it easy to experience Charleston's history at your own pace.

Take a look, then start planning your Charleston getaway:
https://20southbattery.com/blog/our-favorite-things-to-do-in-charleston-near-the-battery/

08/11/2026

One of the best parts of staying on the Battery? You don't have to go far to discover Charleston's history. 🤍

Just steps away, the Edmondston-Alston House welcomes visitors inside one of the city's most treasured historic homes.

From its beautifully preserved interiors to its sweeping harbor views, it's an unforgettable stop for anyone who enjoys history, architecture, and Charleston's timeless charm.

It's an easy addition to your day — and one we love recommending to our guests.

Learn more and start planning your stay:
https://20southbattery.com/20-south-battery-estate/

08/04/2026

Some rooms have a story to tell. The Devereux Suite has centuries of them. 🤩

Originally the estate's w**e cellar and cistern, the Devereux Suite has been thoughtfully restored for today's guests. Historic character and modern comfort come together to create a truly one-of-a-kind stay.

This place that reminds you you're not simply visiting Charleston — you're becoming part of its story.

🤍 Make the Devereux Suite part of your next Charleston getaway:
https://20southbattery.com/rooms-and-suites/

07/28/2026

One of our favorite Charleston day endings? Getting out on the water. 🌅

After a full day of walking, exploring, and taking in the city, a sunset sail across Charleston Harbor feels like the perfect exhale. There’s the breeze, the skyline, the golden light, and that quiet moment when the day starts to slow down.

⛵ Book your stay and save room for evenings like this: https://20southbattery.com/rooms-and-suites/

What’s your favorite way to unwind after a day of exploring?

07/23/2026

The secret is out… 🤫✨

Behind the doors of 20 South Battery, there’s a whole lot of heart. Being an innkeeper isn’t just a job for us—it’s a calling! From celebrating honeymoons, birthdays, anniversaries, and other unforgettable life milestones - serving up genuine southern hospitality in the heart of Charleston, every single day brings a new story to be a part of. 😊

Our ultimate reward? Watching our guests walk away with full hearts and memories they will remember forever! We wouldn’t trade this life for anything. It makes our job more than a "job" 🥂

07/21/2026

Do you believe in ghosts? 👻 Built in 1843, our property has a long history and, according to some guests, a few friendly spirits.

Our resident ghosts have even been featured in Forbes, National Geographic, and several other publications.

For guests drawn to Charleston’s storied past after dark, our Ghostbusters Package is calling. It includes a copy of Ghosts of Charleston, featuring Rooms 8 and 10 at 20 South Battery, plus two tickets to a walking ghost tour.

Believe in ghosts or not, this package adds mystery, history, and after-dark adventure to your Charleston stay.
https://20southbattery.com/offers/

Do you believe in ghosts? Let us know below! 👻

07/14/2026

Did you know your stay includes a chance to step deeper into the story of 20 South Battery? 🏛️

Exclusively for guests, our daily Property History Tour offers a fascinating look at the mansion's past and its role in Charleston's history.

Led by our knowledgeable staff and offered twice daily, this 30-minute experience brings the home's architecture, preservation, and stories to life.

It's one of our favorite ways to connect guests with the history that makes a stay here so unique.

Book your stay and enjoy one of our history tours! https://20southbattery.com/20-south-battery-estate/

Address

20 S Battery Street
Charleston, SC
29401

Telephone

+18437273100

Website

http://www.20SouthBattery.com/

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