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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with spa, near Marion Square

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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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

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 R4 746
R5 410 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

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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Suite (Francis Marion)

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

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

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

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)

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

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

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

Highlights

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

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

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 area

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387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Swamp Fox Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Pâtisserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Big Gun Burger Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fiat Lux - ‬1 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 Medical University of South Carolina. 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.

Languages

English
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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

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

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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

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

The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel
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

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 19-minute walk from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal 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

8,8

Excellent

9,2/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

8,4/10

Amenities

8,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel in a great location
Travis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel choice near the College of Charleston
This is an excellent hotel in a great location. We had a corner room on the 11th floor and the sunrise view was spectacular. We also highly recommend the onsite restaurant.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in the middle of it all.
Bed was small but we managed.
Felice, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So convenient (and historic too). Very spacious rooms and excellent location.
Connie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charleston getaway
The Francis Marion hotel is a beautiful, historic hotel in a great location. The hotel staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our room was very comfortable and we had the best shower (pressure) of any hotels we ever stayed in! Would definitely return!
Sherrill, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Trip for a family wedding.
The hotel is beautiful but older. The rooms are fine but could use some updating. The hotel is centrally located in the city and perfect for walking. We enjoyed our stay. The restaurant is great and the brunch is wonderful.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect visit
Probably the best hotel where I have stayed in many years. Everything from room prep to the restaurant was beautifully done to make the visitor comfortable. Staff went out of their was to be helpful. I will stay there again.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Location
The hotel is very nice except there is a lot of street noise & every morning at 5:25am the ice machine sounded like it was dropping ice for several minutes. Ask for another room if they give you 508.
Denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, beautiful facility and top notch staff.
stuart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location…close to everything!!!
sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is very walkable to numerous restaurants and stores.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the hotel—only issue is we prefer a former mattress
Judith E, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with a nod to their history.
Germaine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The history and location
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Experience
Amazing beautiful hotel and the Fox Swamp restaurant was so delicious! I will definitely choose this hotel again - close to everything and the service was top notch!
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bullseye location for walking the main drag. Clean, hot water, comfy beds. Swamp Fox restaurant downstairs was great.
Ryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Business stay
The hotel was very nice. The only comments would be for the shower to be cleaned better. It had hair from previous visitor and the shower curtain was torn.
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Shannon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A charming historic hotel. Excellent location with vibrant shopping street nearby. The room was clean but the bathroom was tiny and dated.
Insook, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

This is a nice place to stay.
Angelo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for Charleston!!
Kevin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Historic hotel wirh a good on site restaurant. Staff are friendly and helpful. An easy walk to many shopping & dining options. I would stay again!
Rose, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Rhonda S, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great bustling location. There was wonderful shopping and restaurants in the are
Penny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful 100 year old hotel in walking distance to everything we wanted to see.
Tracy, 1-night trip