Nine Charleston area hotels were recognized in the 2026 Michelin Keys, with The Loutrel earning two Keys and eight properties earning one, including first time honoree The Nickel on King Street. Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton was also honored.
Why this matters here
Hotel awards pull higher spending visitors into the peninsula and the surrounding towns, and those guests eat, shop and book services within walking distance. Retailers and restaurants near the honored properties can reasonably plan for a stronger shoulder season and should make sure their listings, hours and signage are current.
First reported by postandcourier.com.
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