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Starlight Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in North Charleston with a nightclub and an outdoor pool

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Located in central Charleston, the Starlight Motor Inn offers a welcoming base with an outdoor pool and entertainment area. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace or use in-room WiFi. Staff make stays memorable by organizing barbecues and assisting with events in the banquet hall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is ₩136,791
₩155,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3245 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405

What's nearby

  • Pine Haven Plaza Shopping Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tillman Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Firefly Distillery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Riverfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Riverfront Park Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 3 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starlight Motor Lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪King BBQ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rebel Taqueria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bar Polari - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Starlight Motor Inn

Hotel near Port of Charleston
At Starlight Motor Inn, you can look forward to a nightclub, concerts and live shows, and a terrace. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Books, table tennis, and charcoal grills
  • Karaoke, a banquet hall, and 3 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Starlight Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Starlight Motor Inn?

As of Nov 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starlight Motor Inn on Nov 17, 2025 start from ₩136,791, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Starlight Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Starlight Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Starlight Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Starlight Motor Inn located?

Located in the heart of North Charleston, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of H.L. Hunley Submarine, Riverfront Park, and Firefly Distillery. Cooper River Marina is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Starlight Motor Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 596 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at starlight! Everyone was so kind and the live music was some of the best we’ve ever heard!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Starlight Motor Inn! Nice clean room, friendly and helpful staff, and just a great overall vibe there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was clean, nice, and relaxing! Highly suggest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 3rd time staying here. Love it. Love how close it is to everything. Manager and staff are wonderful and accommodating. Will be back every time we stay in Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the place. Great vibe and love the history on the walls. Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the vibe of the Starlight. The pool was pleasant and the chill music just right. A great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

maris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Motel,load of charm. I'll be back !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hotel, it was amazing, I just wished it was in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the motel was not the best but the motel itself was beautiful. The room was huge and I loved the self check in set up and text updates throughout my stay. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and will stay again when in Charleston. Quick uber ride to The Refinery which is a plus since we were in town for a concert. The area isn’t the best but we had no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easy Hotel to Stay At

Renovated 60s themed hotel just north of Charleston. Automated check-in and check-out process that was seamless. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is just lovely. Great location for getting into Charleston. Rooms are beautiful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

What a hidden gem! Great pool ! Pool house and live music speakeasy Like upstairs bar with live music !! Are you kidding me?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay!

This place is a gem! Self check-in worked great, and questions we had were answered quickly. Everything was clean and working properly when we arrived. After a long eventful day we were so happy to have such comfortable beds too. We’ll definitely stay here again if we come back to Charleston!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a motel, this place is really nice and meticulously maintained. Love the midcentury feel and cleanliness of this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is such a unique little gem that’s WELL worth the stay plus the cocktail lounge is a major plus. We went on a Saturday night for live Jazz. It was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here! It’s an adorable inn that’s affordable! The cocktail lounge was fun too. Never change; you’ve got a great thing going on! I’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Maggie

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wifi was so spotty we could never get the tv to connect then our ac went out. the rooms were very stuffy and hard to vent and our shower had black mold in it. I let the hotel know and they didn't offer anything to fix it besides saying someone would come check and they never did.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was fun and retro but it needs a good paint job on the outside. I wish there was better lighting inside the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully restored and decorated. Comfortable sheets and towels. Very clean. All while being very affordable. Only wish the weather had cooperated so we could have enjoyed the adorable pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay! will be back! Thanks so much -BHM
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The classy blast from the past!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Proximity to N. Charleston Coliseum venue

We were pleasantly surprised how nice this property was. The retro feel and updates were great. Mobile pickleball net and paddles available in parking lot was a neat addition. Proximity to Coliseum was awesome. Ate at Sesame Burgers nearby and would also go there again. Check in and check out couldn't have been easier. Do not hesitate to book here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Locals love the place

I actually stayed at this location. Many years ago, around the time of hurricane hugo, It was a no to tell motel at that point. The new owners have done a marvelous job of totally revamping and remodeling the room was industrial chic.. I loved everything about it the retro refrigerator..charging points and all contactless
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025