Small Boutique hotels in SOUTH CAROLINA

Located on Broad Street in the heart of Charleston's historic district and a few steps from the stunning heritage mansions on South of Broad, The John Rutledge House Inn is situated in a designated National Historic Landmark, originally built in 1763. After a long and eventful history, the house was converted to a bed and breakfast at the end of the twentieth century, and offers luxury boutique accommodation and first class service in a unique heritage setting. Just footsteps from the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, The John Rutledge House Inn is also within easy reach of many more of Charleston's most important landmarks and attractions, including the French District, Waterfront Park, Rainbow Row and countless art galleries, theatres and museums. Family owned and run, The John Rutledge House Inn is ideal for couples, families and history buffs alike, and has just nineteen individually designed rooms and suites, situated in both the main house and the carriage house. Heritage details abound in all rooms, including period antiques, Italian marble fireplaces, the original inlaid wood floorings, graceful ironwork and plaster mouldings. Every morning, The John Rutledge House Inn offers a delicious deluxe continental or cooked breakfast, served in guests' rooms, the ballroom, or the courtyard. Complimentary afternoon tea is also served in the ballroom or the piazza overlooking Broad Street, and guests are also invited to traditional evening port, sherry and brandy.

Nestled beside the May River in the Lowcountry of South Carolina between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Montage Palmetto Bluff is an award-winning boutique resort, set within 20,000 acres of beautiful natural surroundings. Featuring an extensive nature preserve, walking trails, a vibrant village, a marina, restaurants, and a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, this fabulous property offers luxurious escapes in an idyllic natural setting. Perfect for relaxing stays in the heart of South Carolina's ''Lowcountry'', Palmetto Bluff is within easy reach of many of the region's most outstanding attractions, including Bluffton, Hilton Head with its pristine beaches, and the historic coastal town of Beaufort. On-site experiences and activities available, among many others, include a range of water-sports - kayaking, canoeing, sailing or stand-up-paddle surfing - fishing, horse-riding and of course golf on the top-class, Jack Nicklaus Signature May River Golf Club. Dining at Palmetto Bluff is available at a number of unique venues, including classic gourmet cuisine with contemporary flair at the River House, more informal dining at the May River inspired Canoe Club, with the freshest, locally caught fish and seafood, along with farm fresh vegetables, beef and poultry. Other options are the al fresco corner café ambiance of Buffalo's, or the May River Grill, nestled alongside the pristine fairways and ancient oaks of the golf club.

Located in the heart of Murrells Inlet, widely regarded as the "Seafood Capital of South Carolina", The Inlet Sports Lodge is a small boutique hotel standing a short distance from the creek in this charming fishing village. This charming property offers spacious, luxurious accommodation and great facilities in a beautiful Lowcountry setting. Less than two kilometres from the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk and Marina, The Inlet Sports Lodge is also within easy reach of many more of the areas most outstanding landmarks and attractions, including the Huntington Beach State Park and the Atalaya, Brookgreen Gardens, the Historic District, or the Richmond Hill Plantation Archaeological Sites. The Inlet Sports Lodge is perfect for golf lovers, being close to some of the finest courses in the region, and is also ideal for fishing, boating, hiking and cycling enthusiasts. On-site, the lodge boasts an outdoor pool, along with a range of exclusive venues for small corporate meetings and private celebrations. The Inlet Sports Lodge's in-house restaurant, the Costa Coastal Kitchen and Bar, serves fine, fresh Italian and Seafood fare in the relaxed atmosphere of its indoor and outdoor dining areas. The Inlet Sports Lodge's expert staff are on hand 24/7 with tips and recommendations for many more of the Marshwalk and Murrells Inlet area restaurants.

Standing in the heart of downtown Charleston's historic quarter, The Spectator Hotel is a newly inaugurated boutique hotel, set in a purpose built structure that combines 1920s an '30s Art Deco elements with modern elements and high-style Hollywood glamour. Featuring a 1920s speakeasy atmosphere, this award-winning property offers five-star accommodation and top-class service in a unique heritage setting. A short walk from Charleston's Waterfront Park, The Spectator Hotel is also within easy reach of the French quarter, Rainbow Row, the Calhoun Mansion, the Gibbes Museum of Art or the Charleston Museum, among many other fascinating landmarks and attractions. Decorated in an elegant Art Deco style, with contrasting tones and custom-made furnishings in dark lacquered timber, many of The Spectator Hotel's rooms offer great views of the French Quarter and the steeples of Charleston's numerous historic churches. Each guest room at The Spectator Hotel is assigned a personal butler who greets guests as soon as they arrive, and is available for bespoke service throughout their stay. Every stay at The Spectator Hotel includes a complimentary breakfast, delivered to guests' rooms at any time. Breakfasts include pastries and goodies from local bakeries and eateries, and each room has full coffee making facilities with a Nespresso machine along with a fully stocked mini-bar. Another unique feature of The Spectator Hotel is its lounge-bar, featuring a cosy speakeasy atmosphere, with comfortable furnishings, library-style décor and of course a fabulous selection of signature cocktails, spirits, wines, beers and non-alcoholic drinks.

Walk the shady, oak-vaulted streets past clapboard cottages and rambling mansions, and you'll come upon The Willcox. An old-fashioned Southern hotel, a grand white-pillared glory. Every winter, the well-heeled of the Guilded Age came to Aiken seeking horse racing, fox hunting, and high society. The Willcox was the most stately of the hotels that sprang up to serve them. History lives on in the city of Aiken. In summer, the air is intoxicating with the scent of gardenias. Over the brick walls and through the white fences of Aiken, many a noble and historic mansion can be seen. Hitchcock Woods is just a step or two away from the Willcox: it is America's largest city park, more sizable than Central Park and wilder by far. Golf is a favorite pastime - the Master's Tournament is held just a half hour from the Willcox, and the Aiken area is checkered with historic courses, most open to the public. The Willcox recalls and redefines a more gracious age of southern hospitality. Here the old traditions live on. The high-ceilinged dining room echoes the classical, greek-templed lines of the hotel. Each table sits in a private cocoon of candlelight and comfort. Every meal is an event authentic Southern food built upon the delicate framework of French cuisine, presented in a prix-fixe menu with an array of world-class wines. Consulting Chef Guenter Seeger and his staff use only the finest, freshest ingredients, for a harmony and purity of flavor: Carolina Mountain Trout, prepared with Crushed Gala Apples and Horseradish Cream. Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Shaved Pecan. Traditional Rice Pudding with Plum Sorbet. Pecan Pie with Ginger Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce. Balance, revitalize, and pamper yourself at The Willcox Spa where rejuvenation reigns supreme. Offering a variety of treatments, including European facials, body wraps, and aromatherapy hand and foot treatments - all designed to rebalance the body and mind.

Located in the heart of historic central Charleston, Wentworth Mansion was originally built in 1865 for local magnate Francis Silas Rodgers and his family. After a long and eventful history, the house was purchased by its present owners at the end of the 20th century, and underwent a seven million dollar renovation process. Wentworth Mansion now offers exclusive boutique accommodation, fine gourmet cuisine and top-class service in a magnificent heritage setting. A historic monument in itself, Wentworth Mansion is ideal for relaxing stays in this fascinating waterfront city. Within easy walking distance from many of Charleston's most important landmarks and attractions, including the French Quarter, The Old Slave Mart Museum, the cathedral, or the Waterfront Park, Wentworth Mansion is also perfect for visiting such historic sites as Fort Sumter, the Middleton Plantation, or the Nathanial Russell House. Within the house itself, guests can marvel at countless period features, such as marble fireplaces, intricate woodwork, crystal chandeliers and stained-glass windows. The hotel has just twenty-one individually designed and decorated rooms and suites, each with a full complement of modern, high-tech amenities for guests' comfort and enjoyment. Wentworth Mansion's on-site restaurant, Circa 1886, is located in the elegantly restored carriage house in the rear gardens of the mansion, and serves authentic, classic ''Lowcountry'' Charleston cuisine with a healthy, distinctive twist, based on the finest locally sourced produce, including the freshest fish and seafood. The Wentworth Spa offers a range of rejuvenating and relaxing massages and treatments in the cosy atmosphere of the mansion's stables, with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and rustic charm.