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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre

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Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
The current price is AU$398
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

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387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404
  • College of Charleston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbour 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 cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room (Run of House)

Standard Room (Run of House)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 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 - 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 Station - 14 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪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
  • ‪La Pâtisserie - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

Historic hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
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.

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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

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 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

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Francis Marion Charleston
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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 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$397.50, 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 Front Beach (16.9 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 deep-tissue 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.

Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1162 out of 1859 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 431 out of 1859 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1859 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1859 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1859 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
When we arrived, fire engines surrounded the hotel and the word was a gas leak and all guests were evacuated. 2 hours later the building was declared safe. Little did I know that we would have no hot water and the hotel restaurant would be closed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful lobby, great restaurant Use valet parking-parking garage charges every time you go in or out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bed and bedroom but not the bathroom. Bathroom was way too small. Flush wasnt working great and and tv did not work. Also room was too close to ice machine that ran constantly. Staff waa great and gave us free parking for our troubles.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynnie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are dated Bathrooms are in poor condition Overpriced
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

I enjoyed staying at the Francis Marion Hotel in downtown Charleston! The location is awesome to get out and explore the city on foot. The hotel was quiet and the restaurant inside served a nice affordable breakfast. The room I chose was
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and elegant lobby, friendly and helpful staff. Our room was exceptionally hot and bathroom exceptionally tiny!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good: great location! Walkable to all of King Street and beyond. Easy access to the 26 & 17 The door staff was courteous as was the valet. Bad: THE TOILET WOULD NOT FLUSH PROPERLY. IT WAS GROSS. I had to flush many times to get it empty, always!
Great view from my room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Travelled with group
Hotel was nice. Old rooms. Need some updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good historical hotel with small historical rooms but very well done and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff. Our tour was cancelled and the concierge was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, RMV

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the College of Charleston. Historic hotel adds to the charm of being in Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzan Patricia, Brockton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old but very clean. I love that we had 2 bathrooms in the deluxe double with harbor views. The staff was nice. Perfect location for a wonderful and affordable price because for traveling midweek.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our three night stay at the Francis Marion Hotel was very pleasant. A very good value compared to other hotels. It is an older hotel but well appointed. Great staff. The restaurant was not fancy but the food was very good and reasonable. There is a $20/ night parking fee.we used Uber and the bikes to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing stay at the Francis Marion. Everyone who works there were so kind, helpful, and accommodating. So glad we chose to stay here with our kids. Super clean! Comfortable beds! Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming older hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It’s reliable but has miles on it. Paint peeling, tiny bathroom, mold ring in the toilet. Bed was comfy and linens are clean. WiFi was solid.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teo

Liked: Cleanliness
A little outdated but it was clean and lovely to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the location! Only downside is the bathroom is tiny but otherwise room was great size!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025