Located in the heart of Clemson, The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson offers an upscale retreat with a cozy fireplace in the lobby, a bar, and a restaurant. Relax and unwind with free WiFi while enjoying central access to local hotspots; previous guests rave about the helpful staff and pristine property condition.
Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 51 min drive
Clemson Station - 13 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 13 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 1 min walk
Starbucks - 12 min walk
Wendy's - 14 min walk
About this property
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Clemson University and Lake Hartwell. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Lake Keowee. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
67 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 11 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Uncovered on-site valet parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Reception hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
High chair
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 18 for adults and USD 8 to 18 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Parking
Uncovered valet parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
The Shepherd Clemson Clemson
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson Hotel
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson Clemson
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson Hotel Clemson
Frequently asked questions
Does The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 11 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding.
Are there restaurants at or near The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson like?
The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson is a short 4-minute walk from Clemson University and 10 minutes' walk from Lake Hartwell. Our travellers say that the local area is very central.
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The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Location
Restaurant
Rooftops
Food
Lobby
Bar
Breakfast
Boutique hotel
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant and 3rd floor bar offered an excellent dining experience. (4 reviews)
Breakfast at the property was consistently described as excellent, amazing, and delicious. (7 reviews)
Valet parking was a convenient and well-organized option with a text system for guests. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
Beautiful hotel.
Audrey
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful hotel with great service - would absolutely stay there again.
Crystal
1-night trip
8/10
The hotel is nice, and super convenient, but the bars across the street are super noisy until around 2am, so if you get a room on the front be prepare to stay up late. Otherwise nice.
Chrystal
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful hotel in the heart of downtown Clemson. Lovely rooftop balcony for viewing campus. Highly recommend!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10
It was a perfect location and a beautiful hotel!
Tricia
1-night trip
6/10
Stay was good. Very convenient to Clemson. Restaurant was painfully slow (dinner and breakfast at cafe) and value for & not great.
Gillian
1-night trip
10/10
Loved this hotel!!
michael
1-night trip
10/10
Gorgeous hotel!!! Great location!!!
Amy
1-night trip
10/10
Amazing location, great hotel, and friendly staff.
James
1-night trip
10/10
Great place and location!
Ian
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful hotel and amazing service!
angela
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful facility with great service.
Laura
1-night trip
10/10
Very nice place !
Regina
1-night trip
10/10
Very good hotel.
Matthew
1-night trip
10/10
The pictures online look amazing and it really is. From the moment we walked through the doors we knew it was going to be a special place. The decor is very calming and homey, the staff are all wonderful, the bar and patio on 3rd floor was wonderful, and the roof top deck was simply stunning. Can’t say enough wonderful things about this place.
Nicole
1-night trip
10/10
Great place
Robert
1-night trip
6/10
The room was much smaller than I thought it would be. The balcony door handle fell off when we first opened the door and then the doors would not shut all night and the balcony light shone all night. Very disappointing and underwhelming unfortunately.
Eric
1-night trip
10/10
Really enjoyed the location in downtown Clemson.
Wade
1-night trip
10/10
The perfect location, close to CU campus. One of the most beautiful hotels, with a very friendly staff! I recommend this hotel to everyone and will stay at The Shepherd Hotel every time I’m in Clemson.
Emily
2-night trip
10/10
Amazing place! Love what you do
Steve
2-night trip
10/10
I don't want to say how much I liked this hotel because I don't want it to get too popular. The hotel is so nice and clean with really helpful staff. The interior design is beautiful! Love this hotel!!
alison
2-night trip
10/10
We had a perfect stay here, the hotel is so conveniently located and clean, I felt it was the best in the area. Their staff is excellent and diverse. I would only stay there upon my return. They even make excellent coffee.
Anthony
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff walking distance to all things Clemson
Niamh
1-night trip
10/10
Great hotel at Clemson downtown.
Ahmet
3-night trip
10/10
The Sheperd Hotel is beautifully designed, radiating character and charm! The exceptional service throughout your stay reflects the pride and dedication of its private ownership.