Holiday Inn Exp Suites Mt Pleasan, CharlestonHoliday Inn Exp Suites Mt Pleasan in Charleston, United States has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 24 of 142 hotels we score in Charleston. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 4.1. Rooms from about $257 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Johnnie Dodds Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, this recently renovated hotel sits near the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. It serves travellers needing access to local beaches, Patriots Point, or the Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. The property features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a business centre. Guests can access beach areas and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the rooms. The interior is modern and includes amenities such as a gym and pet-friendly facilities. While the hotel offers convenient transport links, guests should note that parking incurs an additional fee.What stands out

Recently renovated modern interiors

Access to local beaches

On-site fitness centre and pool

Pet friendly accommodation

Watch out for

Parking requires an extra charge

Breakfast options are basic

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