The Starlight Motor Inn
Roadside motel with a saltwater pool and evening entertainment.
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The Starlight Motor Inn is a two-storey roadside motel located in Charleston, South Carolina. It offers a saltwater swimming pool, a sun terrace, and a bar for guests to enjoy. The property also features a lounge, nightclub, and games room. Evening entertainment, live music, and karaoke are regularly scheduled. Free private parking is available on site, and The Citadel and the Charleston Museum are within walking distance.
Should you book The Starlight Motor Inn?
A straightforward motel stay with a focus on evening entertainment and on-site amenities.
Best for
- Live music and entertainment
- Families
- Road trippers
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a quiet retreat
- Luxury amenities
Saltwater pool and sun terrace
Cool off in the outdoor saltwater swimming pool or relax on the sun deck. The property offers picnic areas and outdoor furniture for guest use.
Evening entertainment
The motel provides a lively atmosphere with scheduled evening entertainment, including live music, karaoke, and stand-up comedy. A nightclub and games room are also available.
Convenient location
Situated a short distance from Charleston International Airport, the motel is within walking distance of The Citadel and the Charleston Museum.
Rooms & rates
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
24.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV
King Suite
24.0 m² · 1 king bed
Private suite · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV
King Room - Disability Access
24.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Quadruple Room
24.0 m² · 4 bunk beds
Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Ping-pong
- Outdoor swimming pool
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
Activities
- Live music/Performance
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Stand-up comedy
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- Ping-pong
- Game room
Food & Drink
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Bar
Location
3245 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, Charleston, SC 29405, United States, Charleston, South Carolina
The Starlight Motor Inn is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Emanuel Seed-Church at 0.1 mi; the nearest bus station, Carta Super Stop, is 0.3 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Emanuel Seed-Churchplace of worship0.1 mi
- New Direction Outreach Ministriesplace of worship0.1 mi
- Tillman Parkpark0.6 mi
- Whipper Barony Community Gardengarden1.1 mi
- North Bridge Parkpark1.5 mi
Getting around
- Carta Super Stopbus station0.3 mi
- North Charleston SuperStopbus station0.3 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.9 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 346 guest reviews
The Starlight Motor Inn wins near-universal praise for its thoughtfully restored retro aesthetic, spotless rooms, comfortable beds, and warm, attentive staff — with the pool, poolside bar, and cocktail hour regularly called out as highlights. The only recurring gripes are thin walls that let neighbour noise through and a minor safety concern about shallow stair treads on the second floor. Overall sentiment across these reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with multiple guests pledging to return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 26 · average 9.7
They wrote about: room, cleanliness, facilities
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The Starlight Motor Inn offers private and express check-in/out services, along with baggage storage.
Are family rooms available?
Yes, the property offers family rooms. The Quadruple Room features four bunk beds.
Does the hotel have parking?
Yes, free private parking is available on site and does not require a reservation. Accessible parking is also provided.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available for guests during their stay.
What dining options are on-site?
The motel has a bar with happy hour available for an additional charge, and wine/champagne are also offered for an extra fee.
What activities are offered?
Guests can enjoy live music, stand-up comedy, karaoke, a nightclub, and a games room. Ping-pong is also available.
Can I access the hotel if I have mobility issues?
Yes, the King Room - Disability Access is available, and the property offers accessible parking.
What's nearby?
The Citadel and the Charleston Museum are within walking distance. Several places of worship are also located nearby.