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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel near Marion Square

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(68 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(106 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Room (Run of House) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Run of House)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(103 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Francis Marion)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 590 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

City center stay.A stay at this Charleston Historic District hotel places you steps from Marion Square and within a 5-minute walk of College of Charleston. Charleston Music Hall and Charleston Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marion Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Charleston Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charleston City Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Bull Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burns Alley - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mudhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gilroy's Pizza Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

Historic hotel near Marion Square
The Francis Marion Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. 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 center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 18998 square feet (1765 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly The Francis Marion Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.

This Charleston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 235 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 18998 sq ft of conference space
  • 1765 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1924
  • Conference center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Francis Marion Hotel offers 235 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Refrigerators and change of towels can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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

How close is The Francis Marion Hotel to the airport?

The Francis Marion Hotel is 12.5 mi (23-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Feb 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on Feb 16, 2026 start from $239.0, 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.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Francis Marion Hotel.

How close is The Francis Marion Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 14.1 mi (28-min drive) from Front Beach and 7.8 mi (21-min drive) from Sunrise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Francis Marion Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per day.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a pool?

The Francis Marion Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a restaurant?

The Francis Marion Hotel is home to The Swamp Fox Restaurant, which features southern cuisine.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, body wraps, and facials.

How close is The Francis Marion Hotel to downtown Charleston?

The Francis Marion Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Charleston.

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1352 out of 2116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 468 out of 2116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 2116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 2116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 2116 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vito

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Giuliana

Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely check in. The room is very nice. Room service was quick and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

junius

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Ernest

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff was helpful and location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were great and it is located in a great part of town. Hotel restaurant had one of the best food in town too!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with super friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A first but not a last! This was one of many trips to Charleston! This was my first time staying at The Francis Marion. From the valet parking, check in and check out EVERYTHING was AMAZING! Everyone was so friendly. The lobby of the hotel was beautiful. We stayed on the 10th floor with a gorgeous harbor view. The room was small as were the beds and bathroom, but what do you expect from a 100 year old historic hotel. The room was clean, updated, & comfortable. We were in town to tour College of Charleston. The hotel was SUPER convenient to CofC and all the King Street shopping! I’ve already booked the hotel for our January trip!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cari, Jacksonville

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were excellent and friendly very helpful. Good location near College of Charleston on King Street and walking distance to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haynes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extraordinarily helpful and professional. Beautiful hotel, very comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
This was a fairly good stay. The room was spacious and clean. The bed was fairly comfortable. I paid extra for a “Bay view“ which could be seen, but just barely. So that extra money was really not worth it. The bathroom in the room was tiny. I cannot overemphasize how small it was. There was maybe 3 x 5‘ of usable space in the bathroom. But everything in the bathroom worked well, so it did serve its purpose overall. The TV was somewhat difficult to use but OK. The facility does not have breakfast. But they do have plentiful amounts of complementary coffee in the morning, which was helpful. And they do have a Starbucks as well as another restaurant in the lobby, which made it easy to get something to eat. The workout room contained good weights and machines. But the room was not spacious and contained essentially no ventilation. So it was hot and stuffy and uncomfortable to the point where I did not want to go in there. Lastly, it is worth mentioning that this hotel was not cheap at all. But overall though, the hotel contained many pleasant attributes and was overall a fairly pleasant day. I would certainly consider staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Very elegant place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Nataliya

The room was not was reserved
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great! Great location and walkable area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kent

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025