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Reviews of The Starlight Motor Inn

3245 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, Charleston, SC 29405, United States of America

#10 of 157 hotels in Charleston

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 117 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    7.6

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great Motel in an Inspiring Neighborhood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately, the area around the motel is a bit depressing, close to a freight rail that you can hear at night, and with very few dining options within walking distance. Fortunately, one of the few choices is a very good Jamaican joint! All said, I would still recommend this motel, for travelers like me who rely on public transportation.

    Love the motel's mid-century character! Also like how the room is spotless and stocked very generously with coffee, toiletries and towels. And a direct bus line to town (where you can either walk to - or change to free shuttles - to the various historic points of interest).

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Very up-to-date room!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need more Italian coffee pods.

    Beds were soon comfy!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    10
    Excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    This hotel is a treasure! Fab decor, very clean, comfortable, truly excellent 👍

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    9.0
    60’s feeling in Charleston
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to complain about

    Real nice retro-style Motel, with great people, a wonderful bar (yes, a bar!) and a nice small pool.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2024

    10
    Different experience, worth for it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is absolutely amazing hotel with the concept😊 stuff was so polite

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A change from the big corporate chains... and an easy Uber to French Quarter etc. The retro feel is brilliantly combined with modern tech. Loved it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    10
    Nice place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was too high and the room was not dark.

    Very nice. I liked the online check-in. We got there late so we were able to just go straight to our room. Bed was a little high off of the floor. I am short so it was a little difficult getting in and out of bed. The room was not dark. Some how even with the drapes closed the light from outside still got in and made the room too light for my taste. Otherwise the place was great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    10
    Cleanest room ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 2 nights

    As a less than tech savvy person, I was not comfortable with the check-in process and lack of a person on site when I was having an issue. The neighbourhood was a bit "dodgy" make us uncomfortable with walking to a couple of the local restaurants.

    the room design, super clean, perhaps the cleanest hotel room we have ever been in.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved the retro style of the exterior but the interior was modern/still fit the theme.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ran the heat all day, but the temp member went above 70 due to the large glass room window.

    50's style decor with great facilities for the price.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2023

    10
    Lovely rooms, great staff and hidden gem of a bar above reception.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This property was perfect for our short stay. The bar above reception was such a vibe, great drinks with live music, highly recommended

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    10
    Designer motel with thoughtful detail, accommodating, all around terrific
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    You have to have a car to get anywhere.

    This place was so well designed. The owners thought through every detail of the hotel and also, the customer's experience. The smell of the room was good (so rare with hotels and especially motels), the artwork on the walls was thoughtful in a design and fashion way. The bed was comfortable, and firm. The hotel lobby and bar upstairs were destinations in and of themselves. And the check in/out and communication with the office was very easy with no issues whatsoever. If we ever visit Charleston again, I would definitely stay here.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2023

    10
    Fantastic motel with free parking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bed was a bit noisy. I would have liked to have bought one of their t shirts but none in my size..

    Staff were great, free parking, decor was amazing, pool was free to use.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2023

    9.0
    A pleasure…I would stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I had to call to get the access code.

    The room was comfortable, clean and modern.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 15, 2023

    10
    Came in town for a literary convention and the Inn was more comfortable and prettier and treated with much more care tha
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little out of the way but we found plenty of nice restaurants around for dinner.

    I loved the retro vibes and the very cushy beds.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved the decor and the fact you had the ability to register online and given a code to open the room!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2023

    9.0
    I would definitely stay there again. the rooms are renovated and modern. 14 min to downtown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    I already sent a review to the property

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    8.0
    Gorgeous facilities within easy access of downtown
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had some trouble getting the self-serve check in to work, and the room doesn’t have much sound proofing. It was quite noisy with a nearby party, other guests, and trains going by. That’s really my only complaint

    Everything about this place is stunning and gorgeous. Absolutely loved the facilities.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    10
    Cute, retro-style and clean stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    -

    It is a cute and nostalgic place that I found to be perfect for a stop during a road trip. The rooms were clean and had a charming retro-style, which added to the overall experience. The room and shower was big with lots of natural lights. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable stay during their travels.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    10
    Great , extremely clean , safe motor inn just out side of Charleston . Area not walkable but felt li
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Area that it is located - not walkable .

    Great , extremely clean , safe motor inn just out side of Charleston . Area not walkable but felt like a Palm Springs motel . Bed extremely comfortable , nice little pool area and the Burgundy lounge was fun. Would stay here again as it affordable without extra cleaning fees .

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    10
    Super cool, clean, newly furnished and appointed, easy to find, and extremely comfortable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only fault I found was the internet coverage was intermittent and interfered with watching TV--which I believe received its signal from the facility's WiFi signal. This should be an easy fix and didn't detract from the great stay I had.

    The Starlight was super cool, clean, newly furnished and appointed, easy to find, and extremely comfortable inn. It is an incredible value as well given the rates one would typically pay in the Charleston area. I have already recommended the Starlight Motor Inn to numerous friends and look forward to staying there again. It was an easy 5 mile drive into downtown where you've got access to numerous parking garages.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    9.0
    Newly renovated, great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The door lock was a little tricky when locking from the inside. My friend went out to check whether it was really locked or not, just to be sure it worked, which it did. That was really the only thing worth noting...

    The retro style was fantastic. Very clean and fresh, seemed to be recently renovated. Best motel I have stayed in. Great value for the price.

    Stayed in October 2023

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