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Starlight Motor Inn

2.0 star property

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Interior
Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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3245 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405
  • Place, Pine Haven Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Tillman Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Starlight Motor Inn

Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a nightclub and charcoal grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a picnic area, a banquet hall, and a vending machine are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Starlight Motor Inn. During your stay, you'll be close to North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include 3 meeting rooms, a terrace, and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 6 minutes by car from North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center and 8 minutes from College of Charleston
Public spaces have free WiFi. 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Starlight Motor Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this North Charleston hotel.

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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • 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 percent 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Starlight Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 678 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Starlight was amazing!! The Burgundy Lounge was so cool & retro. The staff was very accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John, Cornelius

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jessie at the bar was wonderful. The rooms we very clean. The motel has been restored to the original time period and they did wonderful job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and the staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The starlight motor inn is a gem. We felt so at home from the moment we walked in, from the friendly team, to the comfortable spaces. No detail was spared renovating the space, it is truly beautiful. We agreed the first night even before we experienced how comfy the beds were that this was our spot when we travel to Charleston. The burgundy lounge is such an added bonus to have around the corner from your room. Jessie the bar manager was fantastic, the drinks were phenomenal and the live entertainment was great. It also felt so quick and convenient to get anywhere we wanted in town with a quick drive or uber, and we appreciated being away from the downtown tourist feel. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, easy in and out, convenient location.. exactly what a motel ought to be. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is remodeled and clean. They have a lounge and it was fabulous. The ladies that work there were sweet and make great drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dijon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I loved the vintage feel of this hotel! Bed was super comfortable. No comment on the staff as we never interacted with them other than through texts. Rooms have a door code that was sent via text. While I had many text that provided the information that was necessary. I still like the old fashioned check in where I get to talk to a person. We wanted to check out the lounge but never found it. Just moved on to visit places in Park Circle instead. I would recommend this place for the cool vibe and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I rented the room just to take a dump in & yes, the room was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an old place that has been updated. Management was not always on-site, but they always responded quickly when contacted. Not the greatest location, but it was convenient and at no time did we not feel safe. Parking was a bit tight, but plentiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love this motel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole check-in experience was easy, keypad entry, wonderful room, retro and great atmosphere!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Murrells Inlet

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute little retro motel. Bed was very comfortable with great pillows and sheets. Room was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice, clean, comfortable room. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

katryna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and flexibility to check in early! The hotel design is impeccable and our room was perfect! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025