Downtown Charleston hotel to undergo renovations, rebranding

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A downtown Charleston hotel has launched an extensive renovation that will culminate in a relaunch next year.

Ansonborough Inn, tucked away in the heart of Charleston’s historic downtown district, is undergoing a renovation and repositioning set to relaunch as The Ansonborough Charleston in spring 2024, according to a news release.

Drawing from the hotel’s natural exuberance and wonders of what was once Charles Town, The Ansonborough Charleston will stand as an homage to the city’s rich history, embodying the vibrant spirit of Charleston’s oldest neighborhood, the release stated.

Developed by Continental Hospitality Group and managed by Wright Investments Inc., the boutique 45-room property will feature revitalized indoor and outdoor spaces, including an expanded neighborhood bar and lounge offering artisanal cocktails, beers, wines and light bites and a new rooftop garden with open seating areas appointed with local plant life and fireplaces, the release stated.

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Moreover, the property will boast a “Poker Room” beyond a secret bookcase enclave – paying homage to the lore that Lord Anson became the rightful owner of the Ansonborough neighborhood after winning a high-profile poker game, the release stated.

“We love the Ansonborough neighborhood and community and are honored to have the opportunity to augment downtown Charleston’s rich tapestry of culture, history and experiential elements. It was imperative that we pay homage to the hotel’s historic roots infusing a sense of continuity that transcends eras and trends,” said Larry Wright Jr., president and CEO of Wright Investments Inc., in the release. “The reimagination will strike a balance between historical reverence and contemporary allure, and the captivating heritage of the Ansonborough district.”

Built as a three-story stationer’s warehouse circa 1901, guest rooms offer 450 to 750 square feet of space. Lined with palmettos, crepe myrtles and local flora and outfitted with exposed heart pine beams, local fire red brick, historic antiques and a vast collection of original artwork, the hotel’s storied past will echo throughout the renovation, the release stated.

According to Adam Valente, president of Continental Hospitality Group, “the relaunched Ansonborough brings a unique experience to the discerning Charleston traveler, especially those seeking to discover the most valuable of Charleston’s historical, art, culinary, and cultural treasures. Our guest promise is to provide a first-class luxury inn and an authentically Charleston cultural experience throughout their stay.”

The hotel will remain open throughout the renovation and debut to guests as The Ansonborough Charleston in spring 2024.