Are pets allowed at The Iris Charleston?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 175 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Iris Charleston?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per day. Onsite parking includes off-street options. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Iris Charleston?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Iris Charleston and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking.

Does The Iris Charleston have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

What's the area around The Iris Charleston like?

The Iris Charleston is a short 12-minute walk from College of Charleston and 15 minutes' walk from Medical University of South Carolina.

The Iris Charleston, Charleston: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 11, 2025

We had a wonderful stay at The Iris. The location was great for accessing downtown. The room was cozy and quaint and had every amenity we could have asked for! Will visit again!

Travis, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 4, 2025

Room was very clean and well presented. It had everything we could need. I would like to add addition thanks to Savannah who couldn’t have been more helpful when we arrived with regard to the parking arrangements. Thank you for a great stay.🙂

Caroline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 27, 2023

great place!

Edward, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 27, 2025

Excellent service and communication from the Iris staff. Place was clean, safe, and in a very convenient location. Highly recommended.

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 22, 2024

The location was perfect and within walking distance to restaurants and the historical parts of Charleston. We will definitely consider the Iris the next time we visit the area.

Lynne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 24, 2025

Great location for walking down King Street, and when we were tired, there were free shuttles that brought us back within a couple of blocks. The hotel staff were very attentive. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. And the price was in a range that I felt we could afford, unlike most of the hotels in central Charleston.

steven, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 16, 2025

The room was set up perfectly. Full kitchen. Living room space. Sheets, pillows and towels were comfortable and clean.

MARION, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 30, 2024

Loved our stay!

We loved our time at the Iris. The unit was clean and well appointed. It was laid out to be very functional with space. We had great communication with the staff and the parking carousel was easy to use-very convenient. We’d definitely stay again.

Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 16, 2024

Clean, comfortable, great communication!

Jess, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 15, 2024

Really cute little apartment.Nice amenities. Washer/dryer. Comfy bed.

Frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 7, 2024

The Iris is a wonderful place to stay if you are looking to experience downtown Charleston. Just a block off of King Street, the property is within walking distance of the many shops, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues of Charleston's Historic District. The property and room themselves are clean, modern, and inviting. Absolutely loved our stay here and will come back!

James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 4, 2025

Clean & comfortable

I had an excellent stay at The Iris. The suits are well appointed and clean. Beds and pillows are very comfortable, towels are plush, kitchenette is well equipped and basics as oil spray, sugar, creamer and coffee are provided. The Dyson hair dryer is a plus. There’s plenty closet space, a TV in the sleeping area and another on the sitting area. For $25 a night they provide carrousel parking onsite which is very convenient. The area feels safe and very convenient to dining and shopping yet quiet enough to not bother you at night. The only thing I would like to see different is the washer/dryer combo to be replaced by washer & dryer as it takes a long time to complete a cycle (the shorter cycle being 2:08 hours but I understand that for space purposes it may not be possible. Toiletries are above average as well. Communication was excellent. I’d stay again in a heartbeat. I forgot to take photos of the inside but here are some of the outdoor space on the second floor.

Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 27, 2023

Well thought out space. Close to all the hidden gems around the neighborhood.

Kwan, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 18, 2024

Beautiful apartment. Extremely clean and well appointed. Guest relations absolute 5 star. Would highly recommend.

Kristy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 28, 2024

We really enjoyed our stay at The Iris. We stayed in a superior suite which was bright and light and with all that we needed for four nights. It turned out we were in a great area with lots of delicious dining options and a short walk from King Street which is the Main Street in Charleston. We walked everywhere. We would totally recommend and would come back if we visit Charleston again.

Marie-Regine, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 16, 2024

Great atmosphere friendly staff before check-in. However, the AC would not permit any temperatures below 76° that night. It was below 70 in Charleston making it much warmer in the room than outside. I literally could not stay the night and sleep.

Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2024

Outstanding amenities, the apartment is thoughtfully designed, the staff even left a welcome gift 💝! Quite needed, after a long drive! Parking instructions are very clear and even though it was the first time using the carousel parking, it all seemed pretty intuitive. Check-in was seamless, and staff extremely patient in explaining all the functionalities available at THE IRIS

Antoaneta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 24, 2024

We loved The Iris. Great location. Wonderful space. The furnishings were new and high quality. It was well equipped, even with a Dyson hair dryer. The bottle of wine, chocolate bar, coffee pods and personal note were a great touch. We didn’t use the car carousel but it looked really cool. The outside spaces were great. We will stay here again.

Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 27, 2023

The location was a ten minute walk to the top of King Street where you found lots of restaurants and bars. The neighborhood itself was quiet. The unit was clean, comfortable and modern with many amenities. Great location if you need to rent out a lot of units for a wedding or event. Communication leading up to visit was sparse, but day of check-in they were very kind and helpful. I would definitely stay again.

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 31, 2024

Our modern home-base in Charleston

We loved The Iris for our week in Charleston. Great location just a short walk from King Street and situated in a cool neighborhood within walking distance to fun restaurants and bars. We walked all over town from here. Our unit was super clean and well-appointed for the two of us. The bed was comfy, the kitchen and bath very modern and the living space was cozy but big enough to watch TV, snack and relax. We loved the "patio" space just outside our door as we chatted with other guests coming and going. The staff was VERY accommodating, helping us with our EV charger parking space. If you have a car, I recommend paying the extra parking fee as the on-site carousel is easy to use and safe. We will certainly stay here again and recommend to friends.

BRIAN, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 7, 2023

Our vehicle was too big to use the carousel so we had to park about a half mile away, which was inconvenient with two young children. Next time we'll get a smaller car.

Bobby, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 30, 2023

lovely stay - weird that there wasn't a front desk to check in with and lots of hidden costs. Communication about costs was not clear and then I was locked in to a reservation I could not change

Finnie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 4, 2023

This is such a fantastic property! It's rare to read so many glowing reviews and not be a little skeptical, but The Iris is truly the real deal. The apartment is a great use of space with adorable furnishings and decor, lots of amenities (welcome wine and chocolate, sound machine, Nespresso and Keurig machine, extra pillows), and thorough communication. The welcome email/text was very detailed and included everything we needed for check in. The parking carousel was new to us, but the welcome info included detailed instructions and a YouTube link to make it easy to use. A welcome binder in the apartment was also very helpful, and we enjoyed restaurant suggestions! The neighborhood is super walkable and has lots of "off the beaten path" coffee shops, brunch, dining options, and beautiful architecture. It is walkable to King St for shopping but a pretty long walk to the Charleston waterfront and market. It was about $7-8 for Uber to those areas, though. Truly, this is such a great property and we had no complaints. Will stay here again if we get the chance!

Amy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 30, 2025

Great location, super friendly staff, awesome parking accommodations, clean modern rooms. Enjoyed our stay here, highly recommend it.

Everett, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 1, 2025

We Will Be Back

The Iris was exactly what I needed, except maybe the car carousel. Technically, my vehicle fits on the SUV carousel, but not really. That was frustrating, especially since I slightly damaged my door. User error. The location of The Iris is perfect. Just off the highway and a few blocks from the famous King Street. This is downtown/old town Charleston, so you might feel a little uneasy if you aren't familiar with being downtown in a city. However, The Iris has its own tall gate system that secures the safety of its guests. I did not feel any discomfort once we got inside the gates, nor when walking from The Iris to The Visitor's Center during the day. But we did take several LIFTs around the city, because it was very hot. The gate is easy to use via code, and that same *or another* code gets you inside your room. We booked a ground floor unit that was perfectly sized and well equipped for two. The room has everything you need except food and your own clothes. But if you forget those, wear one of the provided robes and sip some complimentary wine or coffee until your food and clothes orders arrive. *I don't drink coffee and left the wine for the next guests, but they still were a very nice touch! If I come back to Charleston, I'll be back at The Iris. Thanks!

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