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4.5 out of 5
86 Cannon Historic Inn - Adults Only
86 Cannon Street, Charleston, SC

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a gem of a spot! We loved all the special touches that made this seem like a retreat getaway while at the same time being comfortable and like a home away from home. Breakfast was delicious. Beds were amazing. Wine and cheese was such a nice treat every day. Staff was very knowledgeable about the area; we were never disappointed in their restaurant and tour recommendations. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quaint, close to downtown, great breakfast, nice charcuterie and wine, plus nice and informative staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from 86 Cannon on 17 Mar 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us an outstanding review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back in the near future!

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay. Staff were excellent, wine/cheese hour was a great surprise, breakfast was a nice touch. Would highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jami

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great couple’s weekend getaway! Staff extremely helpful and accommodating. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!! Perfect for special occasions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan E

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Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea, Jacksonville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I celebrated our anniversary here. It was absolutely beautiful and we had a wonderful experience. Few things we loved 1) Huge comfy bed and pillows (I have a neck injury and I had no issues sleeping). 2) Gorgeous bathroom with huge shower. 3) Easy 5 min walk to King street. 4) Complimentary breakfast, nepresso machine in the room, wine and cheese pairings and champagne! The only small consideration is that this is an older home so the walls are thin which means you can hear people walking upstairs but it didn't bother us too much. Elliott was lovely and an excellent host. We are already planning our next trip back ♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with partner
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We LOVED everything about 86 Cannon! The decor is gorgeous and Ashley and Elliot couldn't have been nicer. We celebrated our 30th anniversary and we will definitely return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely historic luxury!
Staying for 4 nights at 86 Cannon in late August made our whole trip to Charleston! It was my birthday weekend and the staff at 86 Cannon went above and beyond to make our stay special. The accommodations are beautiful as well as squeaky clean, breakfast was delicious, we loved the location (walking distance to some of our favorite meals of the trip!) as well as the convenience of on site parking. We liked that they communicated with us via text throughout our stay. Elliott caught us heading to the beach and rushed of to deliver us the cutest tote bag with towels, they've thought of everything! Thank you so much Ashley and Elliott!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most perfect lodging experience ever
86 Cannon was simply the best lodging experience we've ever had. From the moment we entered and were greeted by Elliott, to the moment we had to sadly say good-bye, it was the perfect experience. Pristine, spacious, quiet, peaceful, elegant, comfortable, relaxing...I could go on and on. Our only regret is that we only had one night, but this is now our go-to place when we return to Charleston, and we will be coming back. 86 Cannon was a godsend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Devika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay in Charleston.
86 Cannon is a high end B&B, very well appointed with beautiful linens, Nespresso coffee makers, robes, slippers etc. The European breakfast in the morning was perfect for starting the day. Wine and cheese at 5:00 hit the spot before we went out to dinner. They have beautiful verandas where we spent time chatting with other guests or just relaxing on our own. Marion, the owner, was always available to answer questions or provide suggestions for restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are not enough positive adjectives for this place. Every single thing about our stay was wonderful and the little touches made it so much better than the average stay, on top of such a gorgeous property! We are so happy we spent the majority of our honeymoon there!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Excellent & Charming!
This was an excellent place to stay for a couple wanting to relax. It’s close enough to downtown to experience everything Charleston has to offer, yet far enough away to not have to be in the thick of things at all times. The complimentary bikes were a huge plus for exploring the city easily. Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
86 Cannon is an amazing luxury hotel nestled right in Charleston. We were created by the very friendly staff and given an over view of the property and nearby attractions. We then went to our gorgeous room which was very clean and comfortable. This hotel is very walkable, clean, and cozy. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn itself was the prettiest we've ever stayed at. It was just gorgeous...newly renovated, and quite comfortable. The staff was very helpful with suggesting restaurants & bars, historic sites & places to shop.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan, AZ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, clean and cozy rooms, incredible service to make you feel welcome and at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel. The staff is incredibly helpful. The hotel is decorated as if from a magazine, every design detail is perfect. I would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudio, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a boutique hotel. Wonderful well de orates rooms and amazing quality of service. Located in a grate region. Close to every attraction. They have cool bikes what helps moving around the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Traveler, SC

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed. Based on other reviews I had expected more. Just little things like no coffee/cream replenishment. Breakfast was very weak. No hotel info in rooms (history, facility,etc). Innkeeper was very nice and accommodating though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Elliott, Innkeeper on 30 July 2020
Thank you for your feedback on your recent visit to 86 Cannon! This valuable input enables us to enhance our guest experience. We offer several homemade and locally-sourced breakfast menu items but welcome any suggestions for additional options that you would enjoy. During this COVID period, we have minimized the presence of print publications in our guest rooms. Our concierge team is accessible at all times to assist with any guest needs, whether on-property or off. We have strived to equip our rooms with ample amenities that a guest may need throughout their stay, to prevent excessive physical contact. We will re-examine our Nespresso pod quantities in light of your feedback. Please reach out to me directly when you return to Charleston. We would welcome the opportunity to deliver a stay that exceeds your expectations.

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela, Boca Raton, FL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved 86 Cannon such a wonderful experience. This is the only place you should stay when visiting Charleston. This property completely embodies the idea of southern hospitality with their excellent conceirge service from the moment you arrive until after you leave. Thank you again for taking such great care of us during our stay 86 Cannon
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really lovely property! Be prepared for a little traffic noise. Other than that, the property was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming place lace
Lovely little place. Room was not large, but attention to detail was much appreciated. Good breakfast and happy hour. Loved taking bikes out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mona, Columbia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we liked that it felt personal and homey, meaning as if it were our own home. probably because they only have 5 bedrooms at their B&B.Alexia greeted us warmly and gave us a tour of the facilities, a very lovely home. we took advantage of the robes and slippers provided in our room and sat out on the porch enjoying a relaxing evening with our champagne and magazines. the bed was comfortable and we thought they did a nice job on the layout of the bedrooms and amenities in the room. we got the chance to meet the owners Marion and Laurie as well as their other staff member Mary Hannah they couldn't be any more sweet or helpful. great location near good eats and shopping! we look forward to their new addition to their property later this year a 2 Deluxe bedroom suites with private garden.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HISTORIC LUXURY!!!!!
86 Cannon is without question the most luxurious, historic accomidations in Charleston. From the moment we booked we were taken care of with dinner reservations at Wild Common, provided access to bikes for the city, and many other amenities. Most notably the happy hour where fine wines are poured and custom cheese boards are prepared by Marrion, the owner, alongside great conversation. We felt as if we had known him for years. Forget the need to book breakfast! If you like freshly prepared quiche or muffins with cappuccino or juice, it is waiting. The rooms were the ultimate in historic luxury, fully appointed, renovated to perfection (5 star). Location? THE HEART OF EVERYTHING. We will always remember this experience and the fantastic attention provided by the staff and proprietors at 86 Cannon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Beautifully restored property, highest recommendation!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marion and Lori were such wonderful hosts and the house is GORGEOUS! They provided us with great conversation and lots of local tips during the wine and cheese hour and the breakfast spread was amazing! We stayed in the 3rd floor bedroom and it is so unique and beautiful with the freestanding glass-enclosed shower. The beds were comfortable, the amenities were wonderful, and our room stayed nice and cool despite the 95+ degree weather. My husband and I would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marc, Southern pines, nc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent to get to great shopping and the Battery historic area, the breakfast and evening wine/cheese service are lovely, and the owners are very friendly. As to amenities, there is no gym or pool currently. My spouse and I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle, Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had such a wonderful experience at 86 Cannon. From the moment we arrived, everyone was friendly and welcoming (including Sully and Gus, the owners' dogs.) The property is beautiful (we especially loved the wine and cheese hour on the upstairs balcony), and the room was so comfortable. We actually got engaged during our stay here, and the staff made it even more special for us by thoughtfully making sure there was champagne a congratulatory note waiting when we arrived back to the room. I would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a nice place to stay in Charleston -- can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Undoubtedly the best service of ANY hotel/B&B I've ever stayed in! We went there for a romantic long weekend, and it was perfect. The wine and cheese hour on the piazza was the most wonderful start imaginable to each evening, and Marion was a great host: friendly and chatty, but never intrusive. It's expensive, but worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

David M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully renovated and comfortable. Charming owners and hosts. Also included is a very nice continental breakfast as well as a wine and cheese hour. A 30 minute walk from downtown with ride share cars available.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 Stars in Charleston
I can't say enough wonderful things about 86 Cannon. Lori was so wonderful, the inn is absolutely flawless and I can't wait to come back. Breakfast in the morning, bike rides in the afternoon and wine at night. I wanted to move in!

10/10 Excellent

Camoy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pros: hotel is as beautiful as (or more beautiful than) the pictures, the rooms are clean and very comfortable. Everything felt luxurious, bedding, towels, robes, etc. It’s in a great location with a quick 10 minute walk to King Street, close to lots of restaurants. They also offer complimentary bikes, if you’d prefer to ride. Cons: lighting in the bathroom is not great for makeup, it’s really hard to see what you’re doing. I would recommend higher voltage bulbs in the bathroom. Also, we were on the top floor and constantly felt like we may be disturbing the people below us — no one complained but we felt the need to be careful. Overall: I would recommend and would stay there again. Maybe not on the top floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Perfection
A perfect little jewel in Charleston. Every detail was taken care of and the staff was excellent! Yes, it was more expensive than many other places, but well worth it! The recently renovated house and rooms are like a spread in architectural digest! We Would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Bed and Breakfast Close to Everything
The restoration of the historic property and grounds is incredible. The owners and staff were friendly and welcoming and we could not have been more pleased with the accommodations and hospitality. We will definitely stay here again!!

10/10 Excellent

Ivette, Miami

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Fab!!!
A wonderful stay , cant say enough about the staff! A beautiful home with top notch amenities, within walking distance of great restaurants .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is one heck of a High End property.This Hotel is in a league of its own.Incredible rooms and probably the most comfortable beds and bedding that I have experienced ever.There is no detail that the owners have missed.They just raised the Bar for every other Hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Dede, Greenville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Bed & Breakfast in Charleston.
86 Cannon was a delightful surprise. The staff was exceptional & the accommodations were simple beautiful. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Little Rock, AR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful bed and breakfast in downtown Charleston. It is a beautifully renovated property that is within walking distance to King Street, local restaurants and MUSC. They offer bikes which my wife and I took out one day and explored the peninsula. We look forward to staying at 86 Cannon on a future trip to Charleston
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with a lot of character
Great rooms with hard wood floors and huge showers and great owners were there to welcome us there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrific!
This restored historic property spares no detail in providing a memorable and romantic experience. Aside from the beautiful furnishings in the guest room and in the common rooms of the property, the owners Lori and Marion were incredibly welcoming and gracious with their time in providing information about the city. We also loved meeting their dogs, Gus and Sully. We were also impressed by the full slate of amenities offered: easy parking, bike rentals, delicious breakfast offerings, as well as complimentary wine, beer, and sparkling water. The price may be higher than some neighboring hotels, but there's no question that the value is well worth it. We won't consider staying anywhere else when we return to Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful & charming stay in Charelston!
After doing quite a bit of research on the different hotels in Charleston, I chose 86 Cannon because it seemed like a unique, personal experience and that is exactly what my mother and I got! The refined yet homey decor, the convenient location away from the main tourist areas of downtown, warm hospitality provided by Marion & Lori... I felt like I got an experience that a 5 start hotel couldn't have provided. Everything from the lush bedding (my mom even made a point to ask what the brand was) to the soft jazz playing on the veranda to the delicious wine & cheese; the experience was special! Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Dallas, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING HOTEL!
One of the most amazing stays my wife and I have ever had at a hotel. Owners greeted us with such kindness. The place was really gorgeous from top to bottom. We wish we didn't have to leave! We have stayed at many places in Charleston, but we will for sure be staying here for all of our future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star experience
I booked 86 Cannon as a couples getaway weekend to celebrate my husband's birthday. I could not be more pleased with our experience. The common rooms, guest rooms, and property are absolutely gorgeous. The overall design and comfort level is top notch. The owners are so lovely and gracious that I want them as my personal friends. The proximity to good restaurants and shopping is perfect. I will book a room at 86 Cannon again and again and recommend it to everyone I know visiting Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dan, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel walking distance to Charleston
Great staff, great environment, and a short distance away from the historic district of Charleston. A nice needed break from a regular chain hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017