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Set in the heart of Charleston across from Marion Square, this historic hotel features a full-service spa and an on-site restaurant serving classic Southern cuisine. The French Quarter is 1 km away. Free WiFi is provided. A flat-screen TV with premium cable channels is featured in all rooms. A custom-made vanity and seating area are also provided. Guests will enjoy the convenience of a coffee maker. A fully equipped fitness centre is provided. A Starbucks Coffee® shop and full-service are on site as well. While staying at the Francis Marion, guests can enjoy regional specialities for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the Swamp Fox Restaurant. Live jazz music along with cocktails is also available at the hotel's Swamp Fox Bar. The College of Charleston, the Gibbes Museum of Art and the Charleston Museum are all within 1.3 km from the Francis Marion Hotel. This hotel also borders the King Street shopping district.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Charleston, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
or
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
1 large double bed
King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Daryl
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good sized room with 2 queen beds. Fab location for shopping eating and walking to the river. Comfortable, helpful staff. Would stay again. Easy parking next door. Super view of the river.
  • Robert
    Canada Canada
    Location was the highlight....Charleston at our doorstep. Bathrooms are small but there were two separate bathrooms in the room. This is a large corporate hotel, great location but still a large corporate hotel. Our preference is for a...
  • David
    Ireland Ireland
    The location was perfect and the staff were very helpful.
  • Boudewijn
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great location, big room and very friendly professional staff.
  • Diana
    Italy Italy
    The location, live music (piano) in the lobby in the afternoon and at the restaurant in the evening, the attention to details..
  • Julian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Older Deco building with loads of character, in a good location
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is beautiful, very traditional and in keeping to its era. spotlessly clean. Room was very comfortable and well maintained. Great position in the historic district making everything within walking distance for us.
  • Paterson-morgan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was lovely,comfortable and deliciously old fashioned
  • Dean
    Ireland Ireland
    All the staff were very friendly and welcoming, I particularly found the valet staff to be amazing
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent central Charleston location. Clean with friendly staff, especially those at the amazing breakfast. Best avocado toast I’ve ever had!

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • I dont see an outdoor pool? Is there one on your property

    We do not have a pool on-site; however we do have information available at the Front Desk about public pools in the area for recreational use, as well..
    Answered on 29 October 2019
  • Are pets allowed

    We allow service animals only.
    Answered on 15 October 2019
  • Do you have parking available and if so is it free?

    We do have self parking for $18 per day and Valet parking for $28 per day. Prices are subject to change.
    Answered on 9 October 2020
  • Do you have parking

    Yes. We offer self parking for $18 per day or valet parking for $28 per day. These prices are subject to change.
    Answered on 9 October 2020
  • King bed sounds great. For 4 do we do an air mattress?

    For our Deluxe King rooms, there is the space to accommodate a rollaway bed/cot or you can place the request for a pullout sofa in the room.
    Answered on 29 October 2019
  • hi do you have free Wi-Fi

    Good Morning, Free wifi is available throughout the hotel
    Answered on 13 February 2023
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar
    • Cuisine
      American • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour

Facilities of Francis Marion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs US$20 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Concierge service
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Francis Marion Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Bed type preference cannot be guaranteed as it will be allocated upon arrival based on availability.

A crib, roll-away bed, and small refrigerator are provided upon request based on availability.

Please note that only one dog per room and only small pets up to 11 kg are allowed.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Francis Marion Hotel

  • Check-in at Francis Marion Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at Francis Marion Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Francis Marion Hotel is 500 yards from the centre of Charleston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Francis Marion Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Francis Marion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar
  • Francis Marion Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
  • Room options at Francis Marion Hotel include:

    • Quadruple
    • Suite
    • Double