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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel near Marion Square

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Front of property - evening/night
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Daily full breakfast for a fee
View from room
Lobby

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Spa
    SpaSpa
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Gym
    GymGym

Explore the area

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387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMedical University of South Carolina15 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal19 min walk
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)17 min drive

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Exterior
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District
Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1003)
The price is $254
per night
$290 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hyatt Place Charleston/Historic District

About the neighborhood

Charleston

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

What's nearby

  • Marion Square - 1 min walk
  • College of Charleston - 1 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 15 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 16 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 19 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Swamp Fox Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bangkok Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Pâtisserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fiat Lux - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Big Gun Burger Shop - ‬2 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, 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 center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 18998 square feet (1765 square meters) and includes a conference center. 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
  • 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
  • Coffee shop
  • 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.

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

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 coffee shop/cafe
  • 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

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. Contactless check-out is available.

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 12.4 mi (18-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 Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on Jul 31, 2024 start from $179.1, 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.

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 11.5 mi (21-min drive) from Front Beach and 7.8 mi (16-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?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Spa of Charleston, where you can enjoy body wraps, deep-tissue massages, and aromatherapy.

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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 842 out of 1447 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1447 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1447 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1447 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1447 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Marissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas, Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Xxx
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel conveniently located

10/10 Excellent

Valerie, Gillette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay and is close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

GUY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic property that was clean and fun. Great location to bars , restaurants and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in lovely Charleston
The rooms were clean and spacious. Great views of Charleston from the room. Central location which was close to restaurants and areas of interest. We could hear street noise in the room but it wasn’t too bad and the location made up for it. The staff is friendly and accommodating. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Hartsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There were restaurants, stores and attractions within walking distance. The hotel has valet parking or an adjacent parking garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and fantastic customer service. Older hotel with lots of charm. Glad we stayed and would stay again with such a convenient location and reasonable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeannette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Wendee

Traveled with partner
Loved all but the small bathroom. Shower curtain kept sticking to my legs and a bit hard to not get water on the floor. Nice restaurant and bar, lovely staff, EXCELLENT beds!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel located in a fantastic part of Charleston, walking distance to amazing restaurants, bars, and shopping

10/10 Excellent

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, VICKSBURG

Liked: Amenities
Historical beauty and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean , great location, nice bar and restaurant Only negative was our bathroom - very small, lacks any storage / shelves, very tight on space
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful historic hotel overlooking the lovely city of Charleston and the bay. The hotel lobby is stunning and the staff was extremely friendly. The room was clean and large allowing for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice old historical hotel. Good to stay in a hotel that's not a chain.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024