The Charleston Place
In 1986, Charleston Mayor Joe Riley had a bold vision to transform the Holy City into a travel destination and cultural hub—beginning with The Charleston Place. Many were skeptical, but today, “Riley’s Folly” is the heart of Charleston’s revitalized historic district—a 433-key luxury hotel beloved by visitors and the local community alike. In 2022, BHC acquired The Charleston Place and began a $250+ million transformation, ensuring a bright future for this iconic landmark.
The Charleston Place is a cornerstone of city life—employing 650 local residents, welcoming more than 100,000 guests per year, and hosting some of the Lowcountry’s most popular annual events.
BHC’s acquisition put The Charleston Place under local ownership for the first time. A thoughtful, phased transformation is currently underway, which will refresh every interior with classical details and lush garden accents inspired by the Charleston Renaissance.
BHC’s acquisition put The Charleston Place under local ownership for the first time. A thoughtful, phased transformation is currently underway, which will refresh every interior with classical details and lush garden accents inspired by the Charleston Renaissance.
The Charleston Place is a cornerstone of city life—employing 650 local residents, welcoming more than 100,000 guests per year, and hosting some of the Lowcountry’s most popular annual events.
A Strong Foundation
The hotel was designed to reflect Charleston’s historic architecture, adhering to preservation guidelines while introducing European-inspired grandeur. This philosophy still guides BHC’s stewardship of The Charleston Place today.
Accolades
Condé Nast Traveler — Gold List Winner 2024
Condé Nast Traveler — Readers' Choice Awards Winner 2025
Southern Living — The South's Best 2026
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