Francis Marion Hotel (Charleston, US) from 124 £/night

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Francis Marion Hotel - Charleston

387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.5Great

Location9.5

Staff9.1

Cleanliness8.8

Comfort8.8

Facilities8.4

Who stays here

Couples37%

Families35%

Groups13%

Business9%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.5Great

Location9.5

Staff9.1

Cleanliness8.8

Comfort8.8

Facilities8.4

Who stays here

Couples37%

Families35%

Groups13%

Business9%

Historic 1924 hotel in downtown Charleston, across from Marion Square

Accommodations

The Francis Marion Hotel offers rooms with custom-made vanities, seating areas, and flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels. Rooms feature historical decor from 1924, with corner rooms providing views of Marion Park or King Street. The Harbor View Suite includes a separate living area and views of the Charleston waterfront.

Dining

Swamp Fox Restaurant serves classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner using locally sourced ingredients. The Swamp Fox Bar offers live jazz music and cocktails in the evenings. A Starbucks coffee shop is located on-site for convenient coffee and pastries.

Wellness & Fitness

The full-service spa provides body treatments, facials, and massage services in a historic setting. The fitness center is equipped with strength training machines and free weights. Guests also have access to a wellness program focused on relaxation and rejuvenation.

Business & Events

Three elegant ballrooms accommodate weddings, conferences, and social events for up to 400 guests. Meeting rooms include built-in audio-visual equipment and high-speed internet connections. The hotel's business center offers printing, faxing, and photocopying services for corporate travelers.

Location

The Francis Marion Hotel Charleston sits across from Marion Square in the Historic District, adjacent to the King Street shopping district. The College of Charleston, Charleston Museum, and Rainbow Row are within a 15-minute walk. Complimentary shuttle access is available nearby for exploring the French Quarter and waterfront.

Historic: Opened in 1924, listed on National Register of Historic Places
Dining: Swamp Fox Restaurant with farm-to-table Southern cuisine and live jazz
Wellness: Full-service spa and fitness center on-site
Business: Three ballrooms and meeting spaces with audio-visual support
Family: Children's backpack program for young guests
Location: Across from Marion Square, on King Street shopping district

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

until 12:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 20 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Year renovated:2008

Number of floors:12

Number of rooms:220

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Rooms and availability

King Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Elegant Room

Max:

2 persons

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Deluxe Room

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

2 Double beds2 Single beds1 King-size bed

Harbour view
Free Wi-Fi
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 20 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness centre

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre

Room view

Sea view
Harbour view
With view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Francis Marion Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	124 £
📏 Distance to centre	1.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport	20.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Charleston International, CHS

Location

387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403

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387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403

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387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Market

Charleston City Market

1.1 km

Market

Historic Charleston City Market

950 m

Landmark

Aiken-Rhett House

870 m

Square

Rainbow Row

1.8 km

Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

1.0 km

Museum

Old Slave Mart Museum

1.5 km

Landmark

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

1.2 km

Church

Saint Philip Protestant Episcopal Church

1.0 km

Landmark

Nathaniel Russell House

1.6 km

Museum

Patriots Point Naval Maritime Museum

2.9 km

Museum

Confederate Museum

850 m

Synagogue

Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

640 m

Park

Battery White Point Gardens

2.1 km

Landmark

One Of A Kind

1.1 km

Landmark

Morris Island Lighthouse

890 m

Park

Washington Square

1.3 km

Park

Marion Square

110 m

Museum

The Charleston Museum

550 m

Museum

Children's Museum of the Lowcountry

450 m

University

College of Charleston

440 m

Church

St. Matthew's German Evangelical Lutheran Church

110 m

Church

Bethel Methodist Church

510 m

Gallery

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art

130 m

Museum

Joseph Manigault House

480 m

Church

Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church

350 m

342 Meeting St

Wragg Square

470 m

Restaurant

Swamp Fox Restaurant

10 m

Restaurant

Starbucks

70 m

Restaurant

Spring Roll Asian Cuisine

70 m

Restaurant

Carolina Ale House

120 m

Restaurant

La Hacienda Grill

140 m

Restaurant

Pink Bellies

200 m

Restaurant

Mama Kim's

150 m

Restaurant

Mynt

190 m

Restaurant

La Patisserie

560 m

Restaurant

Coast Bar and Grill

550 m

Restaurant

Co Banh Mi Noodles Bar

180 m

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FAQ about Francis Marion Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the elegant Francis Marion Hotel hotel?

You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, the liberal arts College of Charleston, placed 450 meters from the elegant Francis Marion Hotel hotel. Other sights that are worth your while are Old Slave Mart Museum (1.5 km the property) as well as New Cooper River Bridge (nearly a 10-minute drive away).

Which landmarks are closest to Francis Marion Hotel hotel?

Guests of Francis Marion Hotel hotel can visit the restored 1803 Adams-style residence "Joseph Manigault House" (about 500 metres from the accommodation), or Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim placed 8 minutes' walk away.

Can we park our car at the hotel?

Yes, at the hotel there are parking spaces provided nearby.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at this elegant hotel?

Guests of this elegant hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-dessert restaurant Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams offering American cuisine.

Can I eat breakfast at the 4-star Francis Marion Hotel hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star Francis Marion Hotel hotel.

What is check-in and check-out time at the elegant 4-star Francis Marion Hotel?

Guests of the elegant 4-star Francis Marion Hotel can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.

What kinds of rooms does the hotel offer?

The hotel offers such room types as Suite, Queen Room, and King Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the elegant 4-star Francis Marion Hotel hotel?

Specific suites at the elegant 4-star Francis Marion Hotel hotel boast views of the harbour and feature Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and an individual safe for security reasons.

What is the cancellation fee in the 4-star Francis Marion Hotel hotel?

At the 4-star Francis Marion Hotel hotel, free cancellation is provided.