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Starlight Motor Inn

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Reception
Courtyard
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
3245 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405
  • H.L. Hunley Submarine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Firefly Distillery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Riverfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the area

North Charleston

With a stay at Starlight Motor Inn, you'll be centrally located in North Charleston, within a 10-minute drive of Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. .This hotel is 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from College of Charleston and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Charleston City Market.

What's nearby

  • Firefly Distillery - 3 min drive
  • Riverfront Park - 4 min drive
  • Charleston Area Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive
  • Charleston Tanger Outlets - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bertha's Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Holy City Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caribbean Delight - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Firefly Distillery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Starlight Motor Inn

Hotel in North Charleston with a nightclub and an outdoor pool
Starlight Motor Inn offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Stay in one of 51 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a nightclub, an outdoor pool, and karaoke. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and charcoal grills.
This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fence around the pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Coworking spaces
  • Meeting rooms - 3

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Books
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Premium channels
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly 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 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

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

Starlight Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 376 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the Starlight! Stumbled on this place as it was convenient to where I store my boat and happy I did! It's like a time warp...very retro. Looks like it would have in the early 60s. Has a cool lounge with some great music most nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn, Alpharetta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very nicely put together.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia, Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute.
The new decor is darling and super clean. The exterior and steps could use a good power wash. The beds were clean and comfy. The area scared us at first but it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Starlight Dream
We had a wonderful stay at the Starlight. It was a perfect location for the nearby concert venue. The interior was very clean, the decor was amazing and there were so many details that invite comfort. I was pleasantly surprised that the pictures did not do this place justice. There was a cute little lounge with some delicious cocktails and they offer drink service in your room as well. This was definitely not a place that you stay and walk around as there didn’t seem to be too many things to do nearby but it was a great spot close to The Refinery, Firefly Distilery and a few breweries. Fun place to stay, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarrah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot. Easy and great value. Beds are super clean and comfy. Same for bathrooms. Quick Uber to downtown or where ever. The bar, Burgundy Lounge is also a must. Dive bar for sure. Meet some very interesting people there. Across the streeet from Wits end comedy club and King.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Judianne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a sketchy neighborhood but dont let that deter you! It's in a very convenient location and easy drive into town (King Street). Quiet and the sweet little Security guide walks the property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY CUTE!! The room was adorable and perfect. Very easy check in and nice staff. I love the character of the hotel and the room. The only thing I would recommend is a dehumidifier in the room, just because the air felt very moist, which I know is difficult to control in this climate. Lovely experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great motel respecting the era of its build whilst still being modern and up to date. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE, LEXINGTON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a retro - Motor Inn that brings sweet memories from my childhood traveling with my mom! They have a great ice machine with a huge ice bucket - always a plus! You have to climb to get into the enormous fluffy bed with the softest linens. The towels are wonderful - soft and absorbent. I like the fact that there are bottles of hand wash, body wash, shampoo and conditioner available instead of the small one-use ones. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

DLana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I saw this retro motel I knew I wanted to stay here. Usually we don’t stay at places with the room doors outside but the Starlight beckoned and we answered. Yes, the area is sketchy but the room is super cute. Everything has been renovated and the decor is so cool. The management is about the same as VRBO or AirB&B. I had to send my cc info for incidentals since I booked through a third party, then they texted the room number, code and instructions for the electronic door lock. We were assured that all we needed to do was text with any issues. We haven’t had any. If you grew up watching ‘50’s and ‘60’s movies or just love the retro aesthetic definitely give this place a try.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice 50's Old South feel to my room. Room was recently updated, mattress was unbelievably comfortable. Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash were top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. The rooms are well appointed with great finishes and high quality fixtures and amenities. The keyless and contactless checkin was super smooth as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay!
The room was very clean and comfortable, and hotel staff were respectful, regularly texting me with updates and offers. Definitely plan on staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Very clean, and easy to assess. Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Charleston!
My husband and I were in town for a music festival. It was our first stay at Starlight Motor Inn. The room was immaculate as well as comfortable. Loved the retro style decor. Check in and out was a breeze, all done thru texting. Keyless entry. Felt safe despite the sketchy neighborhood. Would definately stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place with a cool vibe. The staff were very helpful. The pool was fun and very clean. We felt very safe our entire stay. Security was very vigilant. The bar had a super cool vibe. The only downside is that it’s not in the best side of town, but if it was the price would probably be 4x as much. We will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was super cute. The keyless entry was nice, but I think it would be nice if there was a bolt lock on the door once inside. The door didn’t lock behind you and we had to remember to lock it when coming and going. There were lots of people walking around the surrounding streets but didn’t feel unsafe. Loved the vintage vibe and the location to our event at Firefly distillery. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024