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About Francis Marion Hotel

  • Southern cuisine at Swamp Fox

    Enjoy regional specialties for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the on-site Swamp Fox Restaurant, which also features live jazz music.

  • Full-service spa and fitness center

    Utilize the on-site Spa of Charleston and the fully equipped fitness center to maintain your wellness routine during your stay.

  • Separate parking and valet fees

    Parking is not included in the room rate, with options available via an adjacent city-owned garage or the hotel's valet service.

  • Central location on King Street

    Walk to the French Quarter, City Market, and local museums from this downtown property located directly across from Marion Square.

  • On-site Starbucks coffee shop

    Access the Starbucks coffee shop located conveniently on the ground floor of the hotel for quick beverages and snacks.

  • Compact historic bathroom layouts

    Guest bathrooms are historically small in size, often featuring limited counter space and compact fixtures consistent with the building's 1924 construction.

The 4-star Francis Marion Hotel, a historic landmark since 1924, is located in downtown Charleston opposite Marion Square. It offers panoramic city and harbor views from select rooms and features the Swamp Fox Restaurant for Southern cuisine, a full-service spa, and an on-site Starbucks. Guests highlight the location and activities positively, with a review score of 8.6 based on over 11,000 reviews.

This summary was created by AI and might not be 100% accurate.

Rooms

  • Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

    • 1 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
    • Sleeps 4
    • 250 sq ft
  • Standard Room (Run of House)

    • 1 2 Double Beds, 1 1 Queen Bed
    • Sleeps 4
    • 250 sq ft
  • Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

    • 1 2 Double Beds
    • Sleeps 4
    • 344 sq ft
  • Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

    • 1 1 King Bed
    • Sleeps 4
    • 350 sq ft

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Reviews

8.6
Excellent
based on 11,729 ratings from top 
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Review summary

Summarized by AI from 1,000+ reviews

This hotel is a historic charm retreat perfect for sightseers and couples seeking an authentic Charleston experience. Its excellent central location puts guests within easy walking distance of numerous attractions and offers convenient access to a free DASH bus stop directly across the street. The Swamp Fox restaurant stands out, offering an enormous and delicious breakfast buffet with a wide variety of options. Guests consistently praise the exceptional staff and service, highlighting their friendly and accommodating demeanor. For a quieter stay, choose a room on a higher floor or facing away from busy areas.

Rated above average for Charleston

Guest reviews

Excellent58%
Very good23%
Good13%
Fair4%
Poor2%

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • WiFi in rooms
  • Spa
  • Parking
  • A/C
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Gym

All amenities

Property amenities

  1. Business centre
  2. Café
  3. Entrance hall/lobby
  4. Express check-in/check-out

Wellness

  1. Massage
  2. Sauna

Accessibility

  1. Wheelchair accessible
  2. Accessible travel path
  3. Accessible parking

Room amenities

  1. Shower
  2. Ironing board
  3. Openable windows
  4. Television

Sports facilities

  1. Fitness

Hotel theme/type

  1. Convention hotel

Hotel characteristics

  1. Family friendly
  2. LGBTQ+ friendly

Location

387 King St, Charleston, 29403-6404, USA

Highlight

Central location on King Street

Walk to the French Quarter, City Market, and local museums from this downtown property located directly across from Marion Square.

Distance from Francis Marion Hotel

  1. 0.8 km from Charleston (City center)
  2. 0.8 km from The Museum at Market Hall
  3. 1.4 km from Rainbow Row (North End)
  4. 1.9 km from The Gentleman Pirate Monument
  5. 2.7 km from USS Yorktown
  6. 2.7 km from USS Laffey
  7. 2.9 km from M113
  8. 2.9 km from M101 Howitzer
  9. 2.9 km from M42 Duster
  10. 2.9 km from Ambulance
  11. 11.5 km from North Charleston Transit Center
  12. 15.8 km from Charleston International Airport

Property info

387 King St, Charleston, 29403-6404, USA

Frequently Asked Questions about Francis Marion Hotel

  • Is there a pool area at Francis Marion Hotel?

    No, Francis Marion Hotel doesn’t offer pool areas.

  • Are pets allowed at Francis Marion Hotel?

    No, Francis Marion Hotel doesn’t allow pets.

  • Is parking available at Francis Marion Hotel?

    Yes, Francis Marion Hotel provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.

  • What time is check-in and check-out at Francis Marion Hotel?

    Check-in at Francis Marion Hotel is available from: . Check-out time is by .

  • Where is Francis Marion Hotel located?

    Francis Marion Hotel is located in 387 King St, 29403-6404, Charleston, USA.

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