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Private Events In Charleston

Glamorous
Get-Togethers

Luxury and versatility set The Spectator Hotel apart for group gatherings in downtown Charleston. Our AAA Four Diamond hotel offers a rare combination of elegant accommodations staffed with personal butlers and seamless access to exceptional event space for up to 84 guests at French Quarter Inn, our sister property located directly next door. 

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Services & Amenities
For Groups

  • Hotel buyout (41 guest rooms and suites)
  • Group rates
  • 1,250 sq ft of private event space at the neighboring French Quarter Inn
  • Key Club perks for corporate travelers
  • Complimentary high-speed WiFi
  • Meeting and event planner

Corporate Events

Understated Elegance

A Spectator specialty — corporate retreats, board meetings and other high-level gatherings are available to host within walking distance at French Quarter Inn, our sister hotel. 

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Social Events

Endless Charm

From wedding room blocks, full hotel buyouts and sophisticated party venues, The Spectator offers the most elite location for experiencing Charleston.

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Capacity chart

Meeting RoomsRoom
Size
Ceiling
height
dimensions  u-
shape
Banquet RoundstheaterConference
style
classroomreception
The Bar768 sq ft11 ft22 ft x 15 ft32564256N/AN/A

Linguard Room*

924 sq. ft.10 ft.42 ft x 22 ft324042323660

State Room*

330 sq. ft.10 ft.22 ft x 15 ftN/AN/AN/A12N/AN/A

Linguard & State Room*

1254 sq. ft.10 ft.43 ft x 26 ft384884404675

1670 Room 

1,105 sq. ft.11 ft.23 ft x 43 ft244050224050

*Denotes space is at French Quarter Inn

FAQ

Do you offer meeting or event spaces?

No, we do not feature traditional meeting rooms on our immediate footprint, but we partner directly with our sister hotel, French Quarter Inn (located next door), to provide over 1,250 square feet of private event space. These neighboring spaces include a boardroom for up to 12 guests and a larger room for up to 60 guests reception-style, while full property buyouts of our 41 guest rooms and speakeasy bar are also available.

Do you offer free printing or workspace options?

No, we do not offer free printing or dedicated workspace options.

Is there a business center available for guest use?

No, we do not have a formal business center available. However, you are welcome to sit and work in our lobby or in The Bar area before it opens.

What types of events does the hotel host, and what group sizes are best suited for the space?

We host executive corporate meetings, social events, retreats, and full property buyouts. Our partner event spaces next door accommodate board meetings for up to 12 guests or receptions for up to 60 guests, while full buyouts give your group exclusive use of all 41 guest rooms and our speakeasy bar.

What is the maximum capacity for each event space?

Our partner event spaces next door range in capacity from 12 to 84 people depending on your selected layout.

Is catering required through the hotel, and what options are available?

Yes, we require all event catering to be ordered through the hotel. Our catering menu offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, as well as break items, beverages, and bar services.

What audiovisual equipment is included, and what is available at an additional cost?

We include complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi with our meeting rentals. For an additional fee, you can rent a flat-screen TV, flip charts, speakerphone, wireless microphones, an Owl Web Camera, and a podium.

What is the deposit structure and final payment timeline?

We will issue a final invoice following your group's departure. Full payment of all outstanding charges is required within thirty (30) days of receipt of the final invoice.

Can outside vendors be used, and what restrictions or approval processes apply?

Yes, outside vendors can be used if needed, but they must be coordinated and approved through our Sales Department in advance.

Are outdoor event spaces available?

No, we do not have outdoor event spaces available.

What internet and technology capabilities are available for meetings and events, including support for hybrid or virtual setups?

We offer high-speed Wi-Fi and feature an Owl Web Camera available for rental, which allows off-site guests to view, participate in, and hear your meeting virtually.