Francis Marion Hotel
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Hotel Overview
a getaway retreat in style
comfort, ambiance, charm and the perfect location for anything you want to experience in downtown...
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rested and rejuvinated
- May 30, 2013
Comfy upscale hotel
A great choice for our first time in Charleston. The beds were super comfortable. The staff is...
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1st time Charleston visit
- Jan 23, 2013
Historic charm, modern conveniences in downtown Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel was built in 1924, completely renovated in 1996 with a $12 million grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, but there's still plenty of old-fashioned charm. The rooms feature European-style bedding and marble bathrooms with pedestal sinks and brass fixtures. Over the years, the Francis Marion Hotel has hosted celebrities and historical figures, and its location is convenient to downtown Charleston's historic homes, shops, restaurants and other attractions.Francis Marion Hotel Rooms
- Deluxe Room
- One king or two double beds. Early 20th-century decor and furnishings. 350 square feet. Rooms includes air conditioning, refrigerator, wake up calls, complimentary toiletries, iron and iron board, clock radio, cribs(infant beds)available, satellite/ cable TV with pay movies, premium bedding, complimentary newspaper, multiline phone, voice mail, coffee and tea maker, house keeping daily, extra towels and bedding in room, hair dryer, electronic and magnetic keys. European-style bedding with overstuffed duvets and down pillows. Marble bathroom, pedestal sink, and brass fixtures. Nonsmoking
- Treditional
- Room includes one queen or two double beds. 250 square feet. Early 20th-century decor and furnishings, European-style bedding with overstuffed duvets and down pillows, desk with lamp and chair, wooden armoire with TV, dual-line phone, premium cable with pay movies, marble bathroom, pedestal sink and brass fixtures, Nonsmoking.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- General
- Concierge
- Activities
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Charleston.
- Nearby airports
- Hotel is located 12 miles East of Charleston Airport (CHS)
- Area description
- Located in Historic Downtown Charleston. Marion square park- across the street, king street shops and galleries - 1 block, college of charleston - 0.25 mile, fort sumter tours - 0.5 mile, south carolina aquarium - 0.5 mile, old market place - 0.5 mile, charleston battery - 1.5 miles, old exchange - 1.5 miles, The citadel-2 miles, USS yorktown - 5.5 miles, Boone hall plantation - 9.5 miles, Magnolia plantation - 14 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Charleston Music Hall: 0.2 mi
- Theater99: 0.2 mi
- Charleston Museum: 0.3 mi
- Children's Museum of the Lowcountry: 0.3 mi
- Aiken-Rhett House: 0.4 mi
- Unitarian Church in Charleston: 0.5 mi
- The Black Fedora: 0.5 mi
- Gibbes Museum of Art: 0.6 mi
- Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist: 0.6 mi
- Dock Street Theater: 0.6 mi
- St. Michael's Episcopal Church: 0.7 mi
- Port Charleston: 0.7 mi
- The Calhoun Mansion: 0.7 mi
- South Carolina Aquarium: 0.7 mi
- Charleston Waterfront Park: 0.8 mi
- Charleston Music Hall: 0.2 mi
- Theater99: 0.2 mi
- Charleston Museum: 0.3 mi
- Children's Museum of the Lowcountry: 0.3 mi
- Aiken-Rhett House: 0.4 mi
- Unitarian Church in Charleston: 0.5 mi
- The Black Fedora: 0.5 mi
- Gibbes Museum of Art: 0.6 mi
- Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist: 0.6 mi
- Dock Street Theater: 0.6 mi
- St. Michael's Episcopal Church: 0.7 mi
- Port Charleston: 0.7 mi
- The Calhoun Mansion: 0.7 mi
- South Carolina Aquarium: 0.7 mi
- Charleston Waterfront Park: 0.8 mi
- Heyward-Washington House: 0.8 mi
- Old Exchange & Provost: 0.8 mi
- Nathaniel Russell House: 0.8 mi
- Arthur Ravenel Jr.Bridge: 0.9 mi
- Audbon Swamp Garden: 0.9 mi
- Edmonston-Alston House: 1.1 mi
- The Citadel: 1.5 mi
- Magnolia Cemetry: 2.4 mi
- American Military Museum: 5.5 mi
- Morris Island Lighthouse: 6.6 mi
- Drayton Hall: 10.2 mi
- Magnolia Plantation & Gardens: 11 mi
- Middleton Place: 14.1 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- A full array of business services is available for conferences and meetings. Host an elegant business meeting in one of conference rooms. The new conference facility features 7,000 square feet of total conference space.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (139)
Ratings and reviews for Francis Marion Hotel
- All travelers (139) 3.9 / 5
- Business (9) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (77) 3.8 / 5
- Families (20) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (20) 4 / 5
- Singles (12) 4.2 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.9
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4
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would recommend to a friend.
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
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2 night stay at the beginning of Spoleta
The price for the friday night stay is outrageous.. and you didnt include parking.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Go eat at Martha Lou's Kitchen
Reviewer score
Would recommend
PGeo
Girl's weekend
We enjoyed the hotel in Charleston very much. The room was clean and the beds comfy. One complaint is the room was too hot, air conditioning was not working correctly. The location was great as well. Close enough to busy areas, but not too close to be in the busiest/loudest sections of the city. We only stayed one night, so hard to judge on a longer stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Entertainment tip:
Long walk from hotel
The music scene was not a middle age group friendly. We had a hard time finding a live band to dance to. There were young bars and older crowds at the jazz clubs, but the crowds were small and quiet. We found Charleston to be a quiet town for a girl's weekend who are in their 30-40's. It was a little formal. We did find some fun the next day at Folly Beach.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Charleston lover84
Great hotel in a great location!
This is the place to stay if you are seeking comfort, class and a great location. The room was spotless and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The bathroom was a bit small but on the whole, awesome room with a great view! Bed was comfy as well.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Late night pizza place just a block away!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Peter D
COMFORTABLE, NICE AMBIENCE
Hotel is undergoing renovations ...some rooms not yet complete....but a nice place to stay located on all free trolly runs
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
RAVENCONNORGAVIN GRAMMIE
AWESOME
THIS WAS MY FIRST VISIT TO CHARLESTON AND EVERYTHING WAS GREAT. I LOOK FORWARD TO RETURNING AGAIN.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
SWAMP FOX WAS JUST LOVELY.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
The Dude Kasper
Francis Marion
Hotel was nice and historic. There is a Starbucks in the front of the building, as well as the upscale Swamp Fox Restaurant. It's location is perfect, being located right at the head of the King St. shopping disctrict and next to the College of Charleston campus.I paid $109 per night. Parking is $12 per night, which was really the only option and a bit expensive. I suppose the location justifies the room rates, but I wouldn't pay the $150/ night rate they were asking. The bathroom was extremely small, but I'm a guy and didn't really care. I was on the 3rd floor. My friends who were on the upper floors (10+) had constant issues with their heat and air as well as hot water. Overall, I would stay again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
For the craft beer lovers, "Closed for Business" is about 2 blocks north on King St. and feature some great craft brews. Charleston Beer Works is a distant second. Go to Sullivan's Island and eat at Poe's. Not touristy, but a great little place to get cool burgers and seafood and beer.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Should not be a 4 star rating
While the lobby and amenities are fine, our room had an awkward arrangement. One of the beds were about 2 foot from the bathroom and the bath was very small. Although the room was clean, it was not a 4 star room based on the furnishings or the layout. This is a 3.5 star at best in comparison to other Charleston hotels.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
High Cotton!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
NY/FLA
GREAT PLACE FOR A GREAT PRICE
We didn't need a car. Great sights to see. Great restaurants.Plenty of shopping. Everything is in walking distance. Had to pay for parking but it was fairly priced.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Not Happy
For the price it was a great location. However no clean towels, the cleaning lady left the hair dryer inteh sink and her bottle of tilex in our bathroom with no clean towels. Shady business with the cab/shuttle services, felt like they directed us to more expensive modes of trasnportation. Overall i felt they were shady and not helpful but the price was right at the time for hte location. Will not stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Take Yellow Cabs everywhere and not shuttles. Yellow cabs charge based on the meter and shuttles are per person. If you have more that one person in your group the shuttles are a BIG rip off. Our hotel was shady and kept directing us to shuttles. Trip to beach in a shuttle costed us $60, the trip back to the hotel in a yellow cab was $24.....
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great Place
The hotel was very clean and elegant for the price--It is a great value!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
