To help fund this trip I decided to cash in some Priority Club points, which limits my hotel choices in the Historic District-“ish” to 3 hotels. All three of which I’ve stayed at before. I would have loved to stay at a boutique hotel, but hey, free wins every time!! Of the three IHGproperties, I have a clear favorite; The Mills House Hotel directly in the middle of the Historic District. This 150-year-old property is so incredibly convenient it’s hard to say no to it when you’re talking free nights. The Mills House is on the corner of Meeting and Queen Streets - smack in the middle of of it all. It's big and pink - so you you can't miss it!Beyond the historic significance and beauty of this hotel, location is definitely a selling point. It's so nice to be able to conveniently stop by your room while exploring Charleston; your feet will thank you:)
That all being said, there are some definite sacrifices you'll need to make if you want to stay at this property. The little extras like continental breakfasts, in-room refrigerators and free parking are non-existent. (Although I will say I asked for a small refrigerator to be put in my room and got it no problems) Parking will cost you a whopping $22 a day so be prepared. I called around town and it's the norm for the city, so it is what it is.
I highly recommend requesting a patio room that opens to the pool area. You’ll appreciate this extra outdoor space as the rooms are small….really small. Kids, when I say the rooms are small I mean suck-your- gut- in- to- walk- past- your- roommate -small. But hey – you’re not in Charleston to spend it in your room are you?
Other than that, the only thing on the negative side here is cost. In season will run you a little over $300/night - ouch. (Which is why this is a perfect choice for cashing in points:) Off season will run you a little under $200/night so that's a little easier to swallow.
Beautiful hotel, customer service was excellent, location was spot on --- beyond the price, it's a winner!
~Jodie
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