About John Rutledge House Inn
The John Rutledge House Inn built in 1763, a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 1989 was designated by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark in 1970. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. A National Historic Landmark, the John Rutledge House Inn was built in 1763 by John Rutledge, a noted signer of the U.S. Constitution, governor of South Carolina, and briefly, chief justice of the Supreme Court. The historic inn incorporates two carriage houses plus the distinctive home. Restoration has enhanced the graceful ironwork and original elaborate interiors, which include carved Italian marble fireplaces and inlaid floors. For more information and to make a reservation, please visit HistoricHotels.org.
How to Get There
The hotel's King Street location places it within easy walking distance of Charleston’s historic homes, gardens, churches and a multitude of galleries shops, and restaurants. Charleston Int'l Airport: 12 miles, 20 minutes. Visit the Historic Hotels of America website to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating historic hotels with a free membership to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to John Rutledge House Inn
Heading to John Rutledge House Inn? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for John Rutledge House Inn?
No central reservation system listed for John Rutledge House Inn. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247594) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to John Rutledge House Inn?
The hotel's King Street location places it within easy walking distance of Charleston’s historic homes, gardens, churches and a multitude of galleries shops, and restaurants. Charleston Int'l Airport: 12 miles, 20 minutes. Visit the Historic Hotels of America website to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating histori…
How do I contact John Rutledge House Inn?
You can reach the park at phone: 800 678 8946 or email: info@historichotels.org.
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