The Iris was exactly what I needed, except maybe the car carousel. Technically, my vehicle fits on the SUV carousel, but not really. That was frustrating, especially since I slightly damaged my door. User error.
The location of The Iris is perfect. Just off the highway and a few blocks from the famous King Street. This is downtown/old town Charleston, so you might feel a little uneasy if you aren't familiar with being downtown in a city. However, The Iris has its own tall gate system that secures the safety of its guests. I did not feel any discomfort once we got inside the gates, nor when walking from The Iris to The Visitor's Center during the day. But we did take several LIFTs around the city, because it was very hot. The gate is easy to use via code, and that same *or another* code gets you inside your room.
We booked a ground floor unit that was perfectly sized and well equipped for two. The room has everything you need except food and your own clothes. But if you forget those, wear one of the provided robes and sip some complimentary wine or coffee until your food and clothes orders arrive. *I don't drink coffee and left the wine for the next guests, but they still were a very nice touch!
If I come back to Charleston, I'll be back at The Iris. Thanks!