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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with spa, near Marion Square

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
The Francis Marion Hotel offers historic charm in the heart of downtown Charleston, with a coffee shop and bar for relaxing moments. Enjoy southern cuisine at The Swamp Fox Restaurant or unwind with a massage at The Spa of Charleston. With an on-site gym, business center, and free WiFi, this hotel is perfect for both work and play.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is $239
$272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Francis Marion)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room (Run of House) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Run of House)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Charleston Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Charleston City Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 18 min drive
  • Charleston Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rusty Bull Brewing Co.
  • ‪The Swamp Fox Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gilroy's Pizza Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston and Port of Charleston. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and southern cuisine is served at The Swamp Fox Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a fitness center and a bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 235 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (18998 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1924
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Free bottled water

More

  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Recycling
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Special features

Spa

The Spa of Charleston has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

The Swamp Fox Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 to 20 per person
  • Refrigerators are available for USD 10 per night

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 40 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Francis Marion Charleston
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Francis Marion Hotel Charleston
Hotel Francis Marion
Marion Francis Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel Charleston
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 40 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Francis Marion Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and sailing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a fitness center and spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yes, The Swamp Fox Restaurant offers southern cuisine.

What's the area around The Francis Marion Hotel like?

The Francis Marion Hotel is in Charleston Historic District, a short 13-minute walk from Port of Charleston and 15 minutes' walk from Medical University of South Carolina. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bathroom
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Bed
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Historical
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast at the property was consistently delicious and highly recommended by guests. (17 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay. The hotel is very clean and smells amazing!
Kristi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and amazing staff.

Great location and amazing staff.
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Definitely recommend!

Great location! Service and amenities were excellent! The restaurant on site was great
Pamela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and comfortable bed!
Christine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location right near shopping. Food and bars Great service and rooms were nice
Dana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay.

Staff was very polite and helpful. The room was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The additional on-site amenities provided everything we needed to unwind.
Nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful service great location and beautiful hotel
soterios, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay!

This hotel is in a great location and the staff are fantastic! My only note is that the furnishings could use an update. It’s a historic hotel, with great character and charm, but some aspects of it just feel old.
Danielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay.

The hotel was very nice. All the staff was really nice. The room was very nice. I would loved to stay again and totally recommend to others. It was very convenient to King Street stores and park.
Smith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel! Love the location. Excellent customer service. Highly recommend.
Dina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved that historic features remain; the breakfast was fantastic and wine & cheese events in the evenings were super fun
janet, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Refresh needed

The Hotel room needs some refreshing. We love the hotel and have stayed before.
Diane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay, great location

Nice spacious room but the bathroom is really small compared to the room size. Great location, walking distance to boutiques and restaurants.
Do, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked the location and ambiance.
william, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to downtown shopping and historical sights
Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel with an amazing spa, bar, restaurant
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and comfortable for an older hotel. Well situated to walk everywhere
Karen, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very convenient location.
Amelia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful room. Beautiful building would definitely stay again!
Herman, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Older but great location

We didn’t have hot water the first night but they refunded us half of the first nights stay. Overall a quaint older hotel in a prime location.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful lobby, loved that Starbucks is in the hotel
Yumita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Francis Marion - First class!

Francis Marion is first class! The room was perfect. The location can’t be beat. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.we will be returning to The Francis Marion our next Charleston Trip. Oh and the views of Charleston are Beautiful from your room!
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Crystal, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location in downtown Charleston

We visited Charleston for a short weekend stay. We booked a suite room with a nice floor layout. The room was very cool which we prefer for sleep/comfort. The Francis Marion rooms overall could use some upgrades as the amenities/bathrooms are very dated. Overall, our favorite part of Francis Marion is the central location off King Street half way between shopping and restaurants. My family do appreciate the close proximity of Starbucks (bottom floor) of hotel. I would stay at FM again.
Sidy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff are courteous and the property is located in a place so you can walk around Charleston.
Christen M, 4-night trip