The Francis Marion Hotel

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A grand lobby with a central round table, seating, and potted plants.

A grand hallway with a patterned floor, chandeliers, and seating areas.

A grand interior with ornate chandeliers, classical columns, and a balcony with intricate railings.

A grand lobby with a large chandelier, a wooden cabinet with glass doors, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a grand piano, elegant chandeliers, and plush seating areas.

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Location
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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387 King St, Charleston, SC, 29403-6404

Place, College of Charleston
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Marion Square
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Charleston Music Hall
‪5 min walk‬
Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, dresser, and a television.

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

Very good

Harbor view
248 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

Exceptional

Harbor view
350 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a floor lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

Excellent

Harbor view
344 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View

Excellent

Harbor view
248 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent

344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free WiFi

A vanity area with a mirror, a lamp, and a tissue box on a black countertop.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Wonderful

250 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a patterned carpet, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room (Run of House)

Excellent

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

355 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and patterned floor tiles.

Suite (Francis Marion)

Excellent

590 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Charleston

Located in Charleston Historic District, The Francis Marion Hotel is next to popular attractions like Marion Square and College of Charleston. This 235-room, 4-star hotel has a full-service spa along with free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

College of Charleston - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Marion Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Charleston Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Charleston Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Charleston City Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

Charleston Station - 18 min drive
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
‪Lowland Tavern - ‬4 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
‪The Swamp Fox Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪Big Gun Burger Shop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

Guests staying at The Francis Marion Hotel enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a business center.

Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Change of towels is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which 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.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Pool
Pet friendly
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$216 nightly

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Total with taxes and fees

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Business services

$181 nightly

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

The Swamp Fox Restaurant

Things to do

Full-service spa
Gym

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

Business center
Computer station
Conference center (18,998 square feet of space)
Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Spa open daily

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

1 building
12 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1924
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator on request

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 20 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
Refrigerator fee: USD 10 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel

Francis Marion Charleston

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Francis Marion Hotel?

The Francis Marion Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Francis Marion Hotel?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on Aug 31, 2026 start from $227, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Francis Marion Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Charleston Historic District within a short 11-minute walk of Charleston City Market and also 14 minutes on foot from South Carolina Aquarium. You'll also find Waterfront Park and Marion Square less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Francis Marion Hotel?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 40 per day with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at The Francis Marion Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and body wraps.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as a restaurant, hot stone massages, and a bar/lounge at this hotel.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Francis Marion Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Francis Marion Hotel?

This historic hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, a full-service spa, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Swamp Fox Restaurant.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Francis Marion Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Francis Marion Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Francis Marion Hotel is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), which is 12.5 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Francis Marion Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Francis Marion Hotel that offer a balcony.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Francis Marion Hotel.

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

May 14, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice breakfast. Good location to city sites.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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About the neighborhood

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What's nearby

Getting around

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About this property

The Francis Marion Hotel

Awards and affiliations

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Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews

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