The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic Charleston hotel in Downtown Charleston with full-service spa

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The Francis Marion Hotel

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Front of property - evening/night
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; southern cuisine
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Lobby

Overview of The Francis Marion Hotel

8.8

Excellent

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Charleston.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharleston Music Hall4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCharleston City Market16 min walk
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)17 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Suite (Francis Marion)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Standard Room (Run of House)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel is located in Downtown Charleston, a walkable area in Charleston with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marion Square and Waterfront Park, while Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to South Carolina Aquarium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like golfing. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.

What's nearby

  • Marion Square - 1 min walk
  • College of Charleston - 1 min walk
  • Charleston Music Hall - 4 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 16 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Rusty Bull Brewing Co. - 5 min walk
  • Swamp Fox Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • The Bangkok Lounge - 2 min walk
  • Starbucks - 1 min walk
  • The Quinte Oyster Bar - 3 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

Historic hotel near College of Charleston
Located close to Marion Square and Charleston Music Hall, The Francis Marion Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Indulge in a facial, a hot stone massage, and aromatherapy at The Spa of Charleston, the onsite spa. The onsite restaurant, The Swamp Fox Restaurant, features southern cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, a computer station, and a banquet hall
  • Tour/ticket assistance, massage treatment rooms, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak well of the dining options, breakfast, and central location
Room features
All 235 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews say good things about the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7–20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Swamp Fox Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (18,998 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1924
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7–20 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Francis Marion Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Francis Marion Hotel?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on Apr 17, 2024 start from $269.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 28 per day.

What time is check-in at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Francis Marion Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this spa hotel is steps from Marion Square and College of Charleston. Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are also within 10 minutes.

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 850 out of 1510 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 1510 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1510 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1510 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1510 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the historic condition of the property.

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice classic hotel. Room and bathrooms are like in Europe, tiny.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

joyce, Millsboro

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and great restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was fantastic in helping us! Sharline and Craig at the front desk, Willat the front door with Amanda, and in the restaurant it was Russell, Sylvie, Christina, Andrew and most especially Juliana!! These people all know what customer service is all about!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Audrone

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This grand historical hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jenna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a weekend. The front desk was very nice. The hotel was clean, conveniently, located to pretty much all shops and restaurants. The only negative thing I have is the security staff. The security door staff for overnight is extremely rude. Was very disappointed with them representing this hotel with them being so rude. We had one security guard for the overnight shift. Be extremely rude to us to try and check our key cards to our rooms before we entered the building. Did not know it was a policy and did not understand why someone was asking for our key card and when I asked why was met with a very rude response. The next morning (630am) we were leaving and we had all of our luggage and arms full. I put everything down to get the door open to exit the building only to find out there was a security guard standing directly on the other side watching all three of us, struggle to hold the door and to carry everything. I understand that this may not seem like a big thing, but he was literally standing on the other side of the door looking at us.no he was not busy and no one else was around due to it being so early. I even let him know it was very rude after we got out of the building and let him know he could’ve held the door for us. He simply looked at me with no response. Was very disappointed with his interaction since the rest of the staff have been so kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk and concierge were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.0