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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic Charleston hotel in Charleston Historic District with a full-service spa
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
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Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$378
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Explore the area

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387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404
  • Marion Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Charleston Music Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Francis Marion)

Highlights

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

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Run of House)

Standard Room (Run of House)

Standard Room (Run of House)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Charleston

The Francis Marion Hotel places you in the centre of Charleston, steps from Marion Square and within a short 5-minute stroll of College of Charleston. Highlights at this historic hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .A relaxing visit to The Spa of Charleston can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. The restaurant, The Swamp Fox Restaurant, serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 18998 square feet (1765 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Charleston Historic District hotel include Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm.

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 1 min walk
  • Charleston Music Hall - 4 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 16 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 2 min drive

Getting around

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

Historic Charleston hotel in Charleston Historic District with a full-service spa
The Francis Marion Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 18998 square feet (1765 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Francis Marion Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 235 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 18998 sq ft of conference space
  • 1765 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1924
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Francis Marion Hotel offers 235 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Fridges and change of towels can be requested.

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.

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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (18,998 square foot 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel
Francis Marion Charleston
Francis Marion Hotel
Francis Marion Hotel Charleston
Hotel Francis Marion
Marion Francis Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel Charleston

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Francis Marion Hotel?

The Francis Marion Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on 9 Feb 2025 start from AU$377.82, including 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.

Is parking available at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yep, The Francis Marion Hotel has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 40 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Francis Marion Hotel?

The closest beach to The Francis Marion Hotel is Isle of Palms Beach (16.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yep, The Spa of Charleston is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

What makes The Francis Marion Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Francis Marion Hotel.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, The Francis Marion Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves southern cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 892 out of 1512 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1512 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1512 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1512 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1512 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

joseph, Savannah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and view. Excellent restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was nice, especially for an old hotel. It had all of the amenities we needed. Because at one point it was two rooms that had been remodeled into one, we had plenty of space to move around. Although the bathrooms were both small, we managed just fine. There were two valets that were extremely nice and kind. However, both the original girl that greeted us at the front desk and the woman that stood at the valet stand both days were unfriendly and rude. This was specifically to us, as we witnessed them being kind and warm to others. It was very odd. The woman behind the front desk was exceptionally rude. After standing at the valet for over ten minutes with no one there, I went in to greet her and ask where I should go for parking/check-in because it was a pretty confusing process to this point, and she just blinked and stared at me. Then she didn’t answer my questions or even greet me but just said, “You get a text?” I had no clue what she was talking about, asked for clarification and she just sighed at me (audibly) and said, “You need to be by the valet.” I asked if it was by the front because no one was there and she only pointed at the front while staring at me. I chalked the valet woman up to probably just having a rough existence in the Charleston heat. I’d be a bit crabby too I suppose.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property! Beautiful historic hotel. Bathrooms were small but manageable! Loved having Harbor View
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Gerard

Liked: Staff & service
The front desk staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property and it's location is in the heart of of historic Charleston. We loved it. The bed was very comfortable & great water pressure. We would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to spend a little time in this great old southern city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Beautiful. Spacious room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Poway

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karin helped us with local sites to visit and on our drive to Myrtle Beach. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

MARK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older hotel with issues. Dated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
RESERVATIONS NOT HONORED.
MY RESERVATION WAS FOR AN UPPER FLOOR. i HAVE A HEARING ISSUE AND RESERVED A ROOM ON AN UPPER FLOOR AWAY FROM STREET NOISE.. WHEN I CHECKED IN I WAS TOLD THEY WERE FULL AND I HAD A 3RD FLOOR ROOM. NO WAY TO CHANGE. THE DESK CLERK DID NOT SEEM SYMPATHETIC TO MY NEEDS, JUST TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Derrick

Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel lobby is beautiful. The room was small. The bathroon was super small. Staff were not super friendly or helpful. INwas very disappointed at the cost of what I paid and what I recieced. I moved my reservation to the Hampton Inn and for less cost had a room the was twice the size and newer..Staff are super friendly and we have a really good breakfast. So will not go back to the Francis Marion or recommend it to others. Disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

CHRISTIE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t crazy about this property Bathroom flooded every time we showered Bathroom was super small
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert, Parkland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good service but the property is older and not as nice as the images online.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was surprisingly upgraded to a suite with 1500 ft.² two bedroom two bathroom and full kitchen on the 12th floor with fantastic views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024