The Ryder Hotel♡

Decent

5.0

Location was great

− Initially, we were placed in a room with a window that overlooked a dark, enclosed area, making us feel like there were no windows. We requested to move to a larger room, but the front desk was quite rude throughout our stay. Additionally, unless you claim your loungers from the pool at eight or earlier in the morning, you’ll likely not be able to get them.

Not horrible but a big non-repeatable disappointment

4.0

Most of the food, beds and pillows were good, and the location was good.

− Building is a horrible layout and very dated. Worn out carpets, beds don't fit the frames, water temperature and pressure just do whatever they want, really noisy. It's basically a party hotel and we didn't know that was a thing. Pretty small pool and pool area that is completely full from about 8am to close. Music starts playing at 8am and doesn't stop until midnight and you can hear it in the rooms.

My dog felt comfortable and accommodated for, thanks for making his stay special.

8.0

− I thought parking was included (vs available), so I was surprised by the onsite expense + it’s being almost double the cost of a local garage. We willingly paid it, but that would have been a factor in selecting the hotel that I would have liked to consider.

Girls trip!

10.0

The Ryder Hotel was the perfect choice for our girls trip! From the moment we arrived, the decor stood out—it has such a fun, stylish vibe that’s both modern and welcoming, with every space feeling thoughtfully designed. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated, making them the perfect place to relax after a day exploring Charleston. The pool was one of our favorite spots, with a great atmosphere that made it easy to spend hours lounging and enjoying the sunshine. The food and cocktails were outstanding. Every meal we had was delicious, and the drinks were creative, well-made, and definitely worth ordering. Whether we were grabbing breakfast, lunch, or evening cocktails, everything exceeded our expectations. Overall, The Ryder Hotel made our girls trip unforgettable. Between the beautiful rooms, amazing food and drinks, fun pool, and gorgeous decor, it’s a place we’d absolutely stay at again and highly recommend to anyone visiting Charleston.

The hotel every girls trip needs

10.0

If you’re planning a girls’ trip, stop looking… you’re in the right place! The second we walked in, we were greeted by the GM, Rachael, with a glass of white sangria?? Honestly, we knew we were in the right place. She told us all about the hotel and made us feel like VIPs from the very beginning. We headed straight to the pool for cocktails and a bite to eat. The food was great, but the cocktails were even better. The staff was so friendly and fun to talk to. They genuinely made us feel welcomed and taken care of the entire stay. Also, I have to mention the pool chairs because they were hands down the most comfortable chairs I’ve ever lounged in. Perfect for a poolside nap after a few too many piña coladas, if you know what I’m saying. The room was beautiful, spacious, and super aesthetic. The beds were unbelievably comfortable… we slept like babies. And the Dot Cake latte? She was the star of the show. Don’t skip the coffee bar. One of my favorite details was the shop on-site where you could rent longboards, coolers, cameras, bags, and other beach essentials. Such a fun touch! The decor was so cute, the vibe was amazing, and every little detail made the whole experience feel special. This hotel absolutely made our trip. So don’t make life harder than it needs to be… book the hotel, bring your girls, drink by the pool, eat the good food, order the piña coladas, and just be happy. Honestly, what more could you need? We’ll definitely be back!

Guest review

8.0

The property and pool are amazing, go we’re not enough chairs at the pool. The large lounges are amazing but would be much better with pool chairs and more of them! We had a great time, but that was the only negative !!!