We stayed at the historically significant John Rutledge House Inn during our first visit through the south and were pleased with the accommodations and location. We had a huge room in the main house and our friends had a lovely room in the Carriage House. Breakfast was delicious and we had a choice of having it served upstairs in the beautiful (former) ballroom, outdoors on the patio or in our room. The helpful staff made dinner reservations for us and provided info on sightseeing. Charleston was a lovely city--we hope to return and would stay at the Rutledge House again. Joyce & Gerry Amarel, Palos Verdes, CA

After days of research and seeing several possibilities in Charleston, I chose the Rutledge House Inn for a short girls' weekend/birthday celebration. The entire experience surpassed my expectations. The inn itself is graceful and charming. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, assisting us with restaurant recommendation/reservations and various tours, and surprising me with a bottle of champagne in my room on my BD. The included breakfast was wonderful - a delicious main dish which changed each day, or your pick from a list of breakfast mainstays - delivered either to your room, the outdoor patio, or the main ballroom. The afternoon tea was a lovely break after walking around Charleston all day. The location was ideal - within walking distance of everything, and yet not in the heart of all the congestion and noise. I will return to this inn each time I go to Charleston.

My wife and I recently stayed at the John Rutledge House Inn, and really enjoyed the city of Charleston. We stayed in the carriage house and thought the housekeeper did a great job cleaning our room. The two best assets to the inn were two of the concierge's: Katie and Whitney. They were unbelievably courteous, knowledgeable, professional, and a delight to be around.
Katie's attention to detail and honesty about certain places to see or not to see was a welcome sight and Whitney was also very helpful with dinner reservations. They helped make our trip.
We have to say when we met the innkeeper, however, we were far from impressed. She seemed nice enough to the guests, but you could tell instantly that she was not from Charleston. My wife overheard her talking to several of her employees at different occassions and could not believe how she talked down to them. She was always sighing in frustration and then whenever she was around us, would put on this happy act. Someone should have a word with her about that. The employees, in our opinion, should not have been treated in such a manner.
Elizabeth was very professional and kind, and so was Maurice.
Liked the Inn enough, but when it came to the innkeeper, it lacked that southern charm.

OK, but definitely not a four- star Inn as AAA claims. Lots of stairs, well worn, good location, great mattress, and good parking. Victoria was extremely nice and helpful! The breakfast was good and Maurice was very attentive. Interesting stay but probably would not go back. Needs some tender loving care.