The Restoration

The Restoration may be a world-class hotel steeped in history but it is anything but old fashioned.

Spread across five buildings, this Low Country gem has been artfully transformed from luxury apartments and private condos into spacious suites featuring full kitchens or kitchenettes. Each suite exudes classic elegance and a relaxed Southern vibe, enhanced by contemporary elements such as open-plan layouts, exposed brickwork and generous living areas that invite you to settle in and stay awhile. Thoughtful design details, from curated artwork to locally sourced amenities, add layers of comfort and character to every space.

At The Restoration, your day begins with a hand delivered breakfast basket and ends with a balmy evening on your balcony or the rooftop terrace, perhaps with a cool iced tea in hand, unless, of course, you’re enjoying the daily wine and cheese reception in the library. The hotel’s seamless blend of heritage and modernity immerses guests in the New South experience, where tradition meets creativity and community.

Dining at The Watch: Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits is a must, particularly for its lively Sunday brunch featuring farm-to-table cuisine with sweeping views of the city skyline. Other highlights include in-room massages bookable through the Guest Curator, breakfast at The Rise Coffee Bar, browsing bespoke goods at The Mercantile Boutique & Gallery, and unwinding at The Indigo rooftop pool – an urban oasis perfect for soaking up the Charleston sun. Whether you’re here to relax, explore or celebrate, The Restoration offers a uniquely elevated experience at every turn.

A Note From The Local Expert…

Head up to The Watch rooftop restaurant for an extraordinary meal while surveying the far-reaching views of historic Charleston. It’s a memory you’ll never forget.

Your Questions Answered…

• Check In / Out Time: 4pm / 11am.
• Adults Only? Guests of all ages are welcome.
• Dog Friendly? Dogs are welcome in the residence side of the hotel for $75 per night.
• On-site Restaurants/Bars? The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits; The Rise Coffee Bar.
• Dress Code? There is no dress code.
• Car Park & Vehicle Charging? Valet parking is available at $28. There are also EV charging options.
• WiFi Access? Complimentary WiFi is available.
• Accessibility? The Restoration strives to comply with Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards up to level AA. Accessible features include an accessible public entrance, guest rooms with wide entries/doors and wide bathroom doors, grab bars in some Accessible Studio Suites, audible alerts in lifts and audible floor alarms.
• Anything Else Worth Knowing? Cruises around Charleston in The Restoration jeep can be arranged. There’s also opportunity for guests to commission a customised motorcycle with the hotel’s Open Road Package whereby you can dream up, design and ride away on your very own motorcycle, hand-built by a master craftsmen.

In a recent article, The Best Apart-Hotels by Editor Laura Kerry, The Restoration’s loft-style accommodations are spotlighted as ideal for long-stay breaks. 

“Perfectly suited for family getaways and extended stays, each one projects a classic elegance and relaxed Southern vibe with contemporary elements such as open-plan layouts, exposed brickwork and large living areas. The two-storey Grand Three Bedroom Residence, with private roof terrace, is the largest of them all, able to sleep up to seven adults.”