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Starlight Motor Inn

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

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Enjoy meals in the dining area with a long, rectangular table and comfortable booths.
Experience the charm of the Starlight Motor Inn, a 1961 establishment with a retro sign and a relaxing pool area.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside table, and cozy seating area.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with two comfortable chairs and a small table, surrounded by lush greenery and a charming fence.
Guests can relax in the waiting area with a sofa and bench, enjoying views of the outdoors through the large window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is HK$818
HK$932 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
3245 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405

What's nearby

  • Firefly Distillery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Riverfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Charleston Tanger Outlets - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Charleston Area Convention Center - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 3 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 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 near College 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 with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Evening entertainment, a banquet hall and ping pong
  • Charcoal grills, meeting rooms and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 individually furnished rooms feature perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and 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

  • 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 lift
  • 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 per cent 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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 25
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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 any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Starlight Motor Inn Hotel
Starlight Motor Inn North Charleston
Starlight Motor Inn Hotel North Charleston

Frequently asked questions

Does Starlight Motor Inn have a pool?

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

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

As of 12 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starlight Motor Inn on 4 Aug 2025 start from HK$817.79, 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 at Starlight Motor Inn?

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Starlight Motor Inn located?

Located in the heart of North Charleston, this hotel is within 2 miles (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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Starlight Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 418 out of 525 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 525 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 525 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 525 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 525 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We loved our stay and highly recommend Starlight!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Exceptional vibe, great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great pool, the bar was awesome, the karaoke night was so fun. 10 minute drive to downtown like 20 to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

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

The midcentury asthetics and staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Newly renovated but kept the old charm. Really nice hotel and definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Cool retro feel to the property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

I have to be honest for the price I was a little concerned what the room would be like, but I was impressed. The rooms are very well maintained, bathrooms clean and the bed was very comfortable. I would definitely return if I'm ever back in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Cute place to stay! Very central to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Everything was really good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

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

Great retro place all newly renovated!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Retro hotel. .bad area of town ..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Super cute retro vibes. Very clean, beautiful rooms with very nice fixtures. Such a fun space all around. Beds were very comfy and room was great. Highly recommend to anyone staying in Charleston. Plus the rate was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Room was clean and complete
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We loved the decor and amenities. The beds were comfortable, the shower was hot and strong, and the room was nice and clean. Check in was a breeze and the location was convenient. We would have loved to stay longer to check out the pool and lounge - next time!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

We absolutely loved this place. We loved the decor and the cleanliness. Very comfortable bed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

I loved the hotel, it was amazing, I just wished it was in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

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

Very cute motel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Fun nostalgic property...check in was different...glad security was there to help...no human on site
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

This is a beautiful property. The rooms are fabulous! It was a nice cozy vibe on a beautiful weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

A great little gem that was just the right cost. Room was clean and just what we needed for a quick trip. Room access was easy via text.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Retro/MidCentury vibe. We loved the pool. There’s a lounge and pool house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025