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City Loft Hotel: Traveler Reviews

3.5 of 5
301 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Santa Barbara, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A Breath of Fresh Air in a Quaint Village”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

What a lovely surprise The City Loft Hotel turned out to be. Having grown up in the small coastal burg of Beaufort, SC I was delighted to find there was finally a comfortable bed available to a sleepy traveler. A small work-out room, and coffee shop are attached offering the best coffee in town as well as a one-stop comfort zone. The rooms were remarkably clean and for a boutique hotel, the service was without a doubt, impeccable.

The City Loft Hotel is my new favorite place in South Carolina to rest my weary head. One can walk anywhere in town to shopping and some of the finest restaurants in the state. While there, don't forget to try the Sandbar and Grill for real, southern style, home cooking!

I love this place and intend to make it my new home away from home.

Room Tip: Rooms are just as nice as the suites and all have large, accessible bathrooms. Most important of all...
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Matthew M, Owner at City Loft Hotel, responded to this review
January 21, 2013
Dear Southern Surfer Girl, Thank you for your terrific review and tagline (" A Breath Of Fresh Air In A Quaint Village") which is now being used by Tripadvisor for its 2013 small hotel's award. City Loft has achieved the NUMBER 8 ranking in the United States for all small hotels. We are very proud of the staff and property which has merited such an award and will continue to work hard to offer the very best that Beaufort can provide in service and accommodations.
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Aiken, SC
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Clean, comfortable hotel with dog-friendly rooms”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

We have never stayed with our dog in a hotel, because dog-allowed rooms I've seen in the past were not up to our standards. This past week I was planning a spur of the moment trip, and looked on Trip Advisor for dog-friendly hotels in Beaufort. City Loft Hotel showed up, and all of the great reviews helped us decide to give it a try. What a cute place this is! I really liked the courtyard parking lot. I can't imagine a better location - just a block from Bay Street, such easy access to the waterfront park and shopping and restaurants on Bay. The Point, the beautiful historic neighborhood behind City Loft, is the PERFECT place for walking and I enjoyed several good long walks there with our dog. I could imagine spending several days in Beaufort without even having to move the car from the City Loft parking lot! Our room was clean - couldn't tell a dog had ever been there. I really like the white comforter - it is so easy to tell the linens really are clean. The bed was comfortable, bathroom was large and clean. A couple of hours after we got home I had made our reservation for our NEXT stay at City Loft Hotel in a couple of months. That's the best recommendation I can make - I can't wait to go back.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Matthew M, Owner at City Loft Hotel, responded to this review
January 21, 2013
Thank you for your review of City Loft. We are indeed fortunate to be so well located for a short stroll to all the restaurants, historic homes and waterfront park that Beaufort has to offer. We are delighted to know that you and your pet found our hotel to your liking and that it was both clean and comfortable. We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
“A Stylish and Well Located Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2012

If you are a motel owner you should immediately travel to Beaufort to see the City Loft Hotel. It is a stunning example of how to transform a motel into a top quality hotel. The standard of fittings and attention to detail is impressive. The beds comfortable and the bathrooms spacious and extremely well equipped. As other reviewers have noted, the staff are very helpful and keen to assist. I should add that, having failed to find a kennel, we were forced to travel with dogs and therefore stayed in one of the dog friendly rooms. I have to say that they were extremely clean.

The location, right in the centre of downtown Beaufort, could not be better. Very happy to recommend.

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Matthew M, Owner at City Loft Hotel, responded to this review
December 24, 2012
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review of our boutique hotel. We strive each day to make sure our guests enjoy the best in comfort and hospitality that Beaufort has to offer. Your comment that City Loft is an example of how to turn a motel into a top quality hotel is also much appreciated; we wanted to do our part to preserve an existing structure all the while adapting it to a useful purpose for today's luxury traveler.

Sincerely,

Matthew McAlhaney
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Leesburg, Virginia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“#1 for a reason”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

First let me say that the customer service is EXCELLENT here. I was very impressed at the sincerity of the staff. I had a few stupid questions and requests and at no point did the show any impatience.

The rooms are very clean and comfortable and the location perfect. The coffee shop connected to the hotel is very nice and there is a gourmet deli across the street that's a must.

  • Stayed May 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Matthew M, Owner at City Loft Hotel, responded to this review
December 17, 2012
Thank you so much for your rave review of City Loft Hotel. I am so happy to hear that your experience was such a good one and that you enjoyed our staff, accommodations and amenities. Please come see us again on your next trip to Beaufort. Happy Holidays!
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Savannah, Georgia, United States
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“Best Location & Style in Beaufort”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

The City Loft Hotel is in the middle of everything. The staff is incredible and the renovations to the hotel are awesome. The bathrooms remind me of fantastic hotels in california or south beach. The beds, linens, furnishings are all very well done. I will stay here every time I visit Beaufort. My favorite part is you can stumble across the street to the best restaurants. It's adjacent to The Point which is perfect for morning walks with coffee.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Matthew M, Owner at City Loft Hotel, responded to this review
December 17, 2012
Thank you for your excellent review of City Loft Hotel. It's so great to hear that our renovations are so well received. I am also happy to hear your review of our staff. We are so proud of the people who are such a large part of our success. Please come see us again soon. Happy Holidays!
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Address: 301 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
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Region: United States > South Carolina > Coastal South Carolina > Beaufort
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 15 hotels in Beaufort
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
City Loft Hotel offers 23 guestrooms. Guestrooms are individually furnished and decorated. Our beds are Sealy Collection Plush Euro with Memory foam topper and feature premium bedding. 26-inch high-definition televisions come with digital channels. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access is provided along with speakerphones, iPod lamp, and free local calls. Refrigerators are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, Gilchrist & Soames BeeKind amenities, and bathroom TVs. City views are featured in guestrooms. All guestrooms are non-smoking. ... more   less 
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