The Nickel opens its doors on King

By Robin Gibson / Images by Matthew Williams

This 50-room stunner is the latest from Method Co., designed in partnership with NYC-based Morris Adjmi Architects and their in-house Method Studios crew.

Charleston just got a little sharper. The Nickel Hotel has officially checked into the 500 block of King Street, bringing with it a fresh dose of style and substance from the team behind The Pinch and Lowland. This 50-room stunner is the latest from Method Co., designed in partnership with NYC-based Morris Adjmi Architects and their in-house Method Studios crew. The result? A boutique stay that feels like Charleston got a high-design upgrade without losing its soul.

The name is a nod to its address and a wink at the idea of time well spent, which you’ll definitely be doing here. From the hand-clipped European marble mosaic in the lobby to the antique French tapestry on the wall, The Nickel doesn’t do ordinary. Step off the street and into what feels more like a private residence than a hotel, with a design language that speaks fluent Southern charm and chic cool.

The courtyard is the heart of the hotel and a total showoff. Think wrought iron balconies stacked three stories high, terra cotta tones, a wood-burning fireplace, and a two-tiered fountain all wrapped in climbing greenery and glowing gas lanterns. It’s part garden escape, part open-air living room.

Need a little vinyl with your vibes? Head to The Parlour on the third floor, a private event and listening room that mixes oak herringbone floors with leather shelving and a big balcony for impromptu meetups or low-key plotting.

Inside the rooms, it’s less hotel, more like a dreamy apartment.

The second floor belongs to Bar Daniel, a guest-only lounge named for Cannonborough’s OG carpenter, Daniel Cannon. Coffee in the morning, cocktails by night, it shifts moods like a playlist on shuffle. And coming in hot later this month: Rosemary Rose, the rooftop bar with Riviera energy, Moroccan tile, and 360-degree views of Charleston. Sunset plans? Made.

Inside the rooms, it’s less hotel, more like a dreamy apartment. Think full kitchens with Bosch appliances, LG washers and dryers, custom-designed furniture, and trimmings like House of Hackney wallpaper, Nordic Knot rugs and herringbone oak floors. Some rooms have balconies. All have serious style.

According to Method Co. CEO Randall Cook, Cannonborough was the obvious choice. “It's exciting to be in the center of this area with so many creatives and young people, both locals and visitors alike.” 

Starting at $460 a night, don't sleep on a reservation. Early demand is high, as bookings began in May. The Nickel isn’t trying to be a hidden gem. It wants to be the place you recommend before someone else beats you to it. Enjoy the gallery and see for yourself.