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The Francis Marion Hotel

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Luxury
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4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Luxury upscale hotel near Marion Square

Located close to Charleston Music Hall and College of Charleston, The Francis Marion Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a gym. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a hot stone massage or a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site southern cuisine restaurant, The Swamp Fox Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €193
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(110 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room (Run of House)

Standard Room (Run of House)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(103 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Francis Marion)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Charleston Historic District, The Francis Marion Hotel is in a walkable area in Charleston with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marion Square and Waterfront Park, while Charleston Music Hall and Charleston Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to South Carolina Aquarium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like golfing. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Charleston travel guide
Map
387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston
    College of Charleston
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cityscape of Marion Square in the historic downtown diistrict in Charleston, South Carolina
    Marion Square
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Charleston Music Hall
    Charleston Music Hall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Charleston Museum
    Charleston Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Charleston City Market
    Charleston City Market
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Lowland Tavern
    4 min walk
  • The Swamp Fox Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Big Gun Burger Shop
    2 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

Luxury upscale hotel near Marion Square
Located close to Charleston Music Hall and College of Charleston, The Francis Marion Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a gym. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a hot stone massage or a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site southern cuisine restaurant, The Swamp Fox Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A banquet hall, tour/ticket information and wedding services
  • Massage treatment rooms, a ballroom and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 235 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath 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.

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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)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 5 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on 6 Jul 2026 start from €193, 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.

How much is parking at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 40 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?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Francis Marion Hotel located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this luxury hotel is steps away from Marion Square and College of Charleston. Charleston Music Hall and Charleston Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1482 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 504 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 204 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 2282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 2282 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Location was great / the hotel was reminiscent of the era it was built - beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel. It’s in a great location and is historic and one of a kind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Francis Marion. It was centrally located, staff was very helpful, nice and answered every question we had. If we ever returned to Charleston we will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

mary ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast menu was fresh and large. Bar was very good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, beautiful property and within walking distance to great shopping and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! I would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness
Great staff and lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heinz J.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and quality hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for your time in Charleston. The staff is friendly and helpful. The hotel is older and shows its wear and tear. The bed is comfortable though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Madalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a bachelorette party. It was in a great location as there are many bars, restaurants, and things to do within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness
Very centrally located a lot of shops and restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and very nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Extremely friendly say check in! Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bed was comfortable and the location was close to restaurants and bars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The food and drinks at the Swamp Fox were excellent!!! Our bartender Kash was awesome !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were wonderful and the hotel was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were helpful and excellent to work with
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Close to a lot of great restaurants and historic sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

song h

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly attentive staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and cute rooms. Everything was walkable so we didn’t really need our car.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and beautiful with excellent views. The location was perfect. The restaurant and staff were outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was fantastic. Its location was the best in the city and only a 15-25 minute walk to just about all the city has to offer. Great place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa was wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026