Fodor's Expert Review Zero George

Five restored 19th-century residences have been joined together to create this hideaway in the heart of Charleston's leafy Ansonborough neighborhood that's surrounded by well-heeled homes and just a short walk from East Bay restaurants, the City Market, and Marion Square. The 16 studios and suites are spread out among the interconnected historic structures—three former homes and two brick carriage houses, with private piazzas throughout—and many feature original elements like pine floors or millwork details. Rooms have a varied decor inspired by different elements of Charleston's past—tailored British trade, airy French romantic, and nautical yachting design—and feature natural linens and fabrics, marble bathrooms, and custom furniture. The excellent Zero Restaurant + Bar serves breakfast and $135 prix-fixe dinners; libations can also be enjoyed in the garden courtyard.