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The Francis Marion Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with spa, near Marion Square

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The Francis Marion Hotel offers historic charm in the heart of downtown Charleston, with a coffee shop and bar for relaxing moments. Enjoy southern cuisine at The Swamp Fox Restaurant or unwind with a massage at The Spa of Charleston. With an on-site gym, business center, and free WiFi, this hotel is perfect for both work and play.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is $159
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

Why we love this property

Spa getaway
The full-service spa offers daily treatments from aromatherapy to hot stone massages. Spa rooms provide body wraps and facials. A fitness room awaits.
Historic city charm
This historic hotel brings the past to life in the heart of the city. Nestled in a charming historical district, it offers a glimpse into urban heritage.
Tasty southern cuisine
Experience southern delights at the on-site restaurant. The hotel offers a full breakfast, a cozy cafe, and a welcoming bar for evening drinks.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • 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
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • 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
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • 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
(105 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • 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
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Suite (Francis Marion)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Marion Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Charleston Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Music Farm - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burns Alley - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gilroy's Pizza Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Swamp Fox Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston and Port of Charleston. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and southern cuisine is served at The Swamp Fox Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a fitness center and a bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 235 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (18998 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1924
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Free bottled water

More

  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Recycling

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

The Swamp Fox Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 to 20 per person
  • Refrigerators are available for USD 10 per night

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 40 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 40 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Francis Marion Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and sailing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a fitness center and spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yes, The Swamp Fox Restaurant offers southern cuisine.

What's the area around The Francis Marion Hotel like?

The Francis Marion Hotel is in Charleston Historic District, a short 1-minute walk from College of Charleston and 13 minutes' walk from Port of Charleston. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant, Swamp Fox, and in-room dining options offered great food and convenient service. (43 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as fantastic, excellent, and outstanding with great options and reasonable prices. (26 reviews)
  • The gym had good weights and machines, but was small and lacked ventilation. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
Bathroom
Restaurant
Bed
Lobby
Historical
View
Parking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Gréât location, very comfortable
Philippe, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff (check-in and conceirge) were friendly and very helpful.
Paul, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Amy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very conveniently located
Denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean, comfy bed, great view! Staff was lovely.
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. I will stay again
Marie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and enjoyable stay at Francis Marion Hotel
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was just as listed
Ryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Service and spacious. Excellent location.
Shamini, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and beautiful location
Madelyne, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was great! but the rooms were not very clean and the bathrooms were not very clean.
Sherin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice historic hotel
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is in the perfect location in Charleston.
Andie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, excellent staff and location was perfect
Shawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay here!
Elane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Good room, wish the bed was bigger. Great shower!
Stacie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay. The hotel is very clean and smells amazing!
Kristi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel in great location.
Eva, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel lobby is stunning but the rooms are small and bathrooms were tiny. This hotel is in a good location
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is perfect…location, their restaurant & lounge, Starbucks, room service, and the lobby is gorgeous with a fantastic happy hour every evening! We really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to plan the next one here!
Amanda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great location and walkable to awesome shopping and incredible dining.
Timothy J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Very convenient location!
Shannon, 2-night trip