Anchorage Inn

Imagine the Globe theater, except roofed. Then imagine a smallish chamber in the upper gallery, but without exterior windows. That would be our room. Dark but not quite dismal. Comfortable bed, tiled shower. In the French Quarter of what may be the most walkable city in America.
The rate includes a wine happy hour and a truly elegant breakfast at the Vendue Inn across the street, er Range.
In our short stay, we met four people at the front desk. Each was articulate. Each communicated a love of Charleston. Each defined southern grace. Each offered what you might expect of a concierge in a five star hotel.
Save your money. Stay here. Take advantage of its excellent location and walk, walk, walk. Invest what you save in Charleston’s excellent restaurants. Rinse. Repeat.

Many of the other reviews are rather bewildering to my boyfriend and I because we were just blown away by how amazing this little gem was. It’s in prime location being just a couple blocks away from the historic waterfront battery, walk able distance from most any place in Charleston, the staff members are friendly and helpful and the building itself is quite lovely. It is an old building with brick exterior, hard wood floors, and elegant rugs lining the hallways and rooms.
When we headed to Charleston this pats weekend, we arrived late Friday night and the lady at the front desk kindly directed us not only where to park since there is no official parking deck or lot for the Inn, but also a number of places where we could get a late dinner. We checked in, put our stuff in the room, and headed out. When we came back, she asked how our dinner was.
Our room was absolutely adorable. Very old style. An actual key for our room! A very old Victorian style four post bed with a large headboard and curtain hanging from it. We had a king-​sized bed that was incredibly comfortable. Two very nice antique style bedside tables, a fine wooden desk, and a couple very nice old chairs that you would find in a parlor. There was a nice dresser with a huge flat screen TV, which we never even cut on. It was the only thing in the room that was out of place since it was modern. There was no mini fridge or anything like that so do not be shocked when you arrive and there is not one there. There is a window to the hallway with a curtain you let down for privacy, but there were no windows to the outside so our room was very dark. This was both good and bad — very relaxing, but gave you no sense of time. The bathroom area had a really nice counter top and the complimentary toiletries were from Bath & Body Works scented with Tea Leaves. The closet was really small with a mirror door that creaked when you opened and closed it, but had extra pillows in it and was just enough room for a short stay.
Breakfast was served from 7 AM to 9 AM. It was served in a dining room with lovely tables with white table cloths, glasses, coffee mugs and full place settings. The buffet was a little odd for me considering it was a bed and breakfast, but we met the lady who cooks it. She works from 11 PM to 7 AM and begins cooking at 3:30 AM. French toast, various kinds of bread for toast, pastries, an assortment of grits and oatmeal, a large coffee dispenser and hot water for tea, some cereals, fruit salad, and a variety of Greek yogurt to choose from.
After breakfast we prepared for a day of exploring, but first we stopped to chat with the lady at the front desk. We told her what some of our plans were and asked for her input. She gave us insight on some of the places and other recommendations.
Later on we made it back in time for the wine and cheese hour served in the library from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. There was a carafe of red wine, ice water, and a white wine. There were cubes of cheddar, pepper jack and provolone cheeses as well as a pimento cheese dip, but no crackers which was the only thing missing to me. Everyone was quite friendly so we chatted with others staying at the Inn.
Then we headed out for dinner, but returned in time to take advantage of the complimentary Sherry Nightcap served from 8 PM to 11 PM also in the library. Now, I’m not one for Sherry, but I would try it. Tiny little glasses were on a tray for you to pour your own Sherry from the rather large decanter. We sampled the Sherry and chatted with the other patrons as well.
As for the Internet, the WiFi was not too strong so we were given the information to access another nearby building’s WiFi, but there was also an Ethernet cable in our room and a computer available in the lobby so maybe the other reviewers who had complaints about this should have asked for more assistance with this issue.
Upon our departure after our two night stay, the ladies admitted to being sad to see us go, invited us to come back again, and wished us well. I’ve never felt so at home at a place I’ve stayed when traveling and this very Inn was the pinnacle in what made our vacation in Charleston so wonderful! Like any other place in downtown Charleston, this place was not really cheap, but would definitely go back again!

Love it! For the price you cannot beat the location and the hospitality is unreal. Our room was cozy and very lux. Wine and cheese, turn down service, wi fi — we were thrilled with our choice. Staff was definitely attentive, the front desk had someone from 7 am till 10 pm at least. Breakfast is continental (cereal, fruit, and muffins with coffee and tea) but there was plenty to go around.

I have stayed at the Anchorage Inn the last four nights. I had a room facing the street. The room was very clean with flat screen TV, four posted bed, very clean and wifi. Unlike others who have reviewed this hotel, I found the staff very friendly and helpful. Location is incredible, restaurants, bars and other attractions are at your doorstep! I would definetly stay here again.

This inn has been ridden hard and put away wet, and I mean that literally…
Our room was dark, dank, and chilly. The staff are completely disinterested, and disappear periodically for 10, 20, 30 minutes at a time. Breakfast was boring and the Internet is old school, in other words CAT5, no WiIFi.
About all you can say for the Anchorage Inn is that it’s cheap (by Charleston standards) centrally located, and gets pretty good WiFi from the inn next door.

As we traipsed through the streets of Charleston, my dad suddenly decided that the Days Inn that I had booked for NYE wasn’t going to cut it. Honestly, he was right, given that it hasn’t been updated since my parents stayed there 25+ years ago and it’s positively disgusting. But, we only wanted to stay in town for one night and most places had a two night minimum. We got to work and came upon the Anchorage Inn. My dad walked in and five minutes later, he emerged, waving his arms frantically for me to come in. The front desk attendant offered us the Palmetto Suite for one night at a competitive rate that included parking. Booked: sisters’ weekend just got so much better.
Our room had a sitting and dining area, private bathroom, and two double beds. It was clean, quiet, and absolutely perfect for the four of us. We slept through the complimentary breakfast, partly due to NYE celebrations the night before, and partly due to the wood shutters and curtains that made our room completely black. The Inn also offers complimentary wine and cheese hour, sherry nightcaps, and it’s located steps away from the harbor. The Rooftop Bar at the Vendue Inn is across the street, and a few blocks away, you can get oyster shooters at Pearlz. The Inn is a short walk away from many fantastic bars and restaurants: Gin Joint, Blossom, Cypress, High Cotton, Magnolias, and more. It’s also within walking distance to The Battery (historic area), Market Street (shops, open air market), and King Street (shopping). You really can’t beat the location and if you’re looking for a true historic Charleston experience, then this is the place for you.
Note: If the Anchorage Inn is booked, try the King Charles Inn on Meeting Street.

A great location, a bit dated physically, and a staff that just doesn’t seem to care. After being greeted nonchalantly by the gold-​toothed, face-​pierced, neck-​tattooed lady at the front desk, I didn’t expect much, and wasn’t disappointed. The Anchorage Inn was by far the cheapest «luxury» hotel in Downtown Chas., and it was certainly worth it, but don’t set your expectations very high here.