Francis Marion Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (2141 reviews)
387 King Street , Charleston , us
+1 843-722-0600

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Historic charm
Cons:
Small bathroom
High price for room condition

Categories

Cleanliness
8.21
Clean and well-maintained, though some guests mentioned room condition issues.
Service
9.18
Staff were very friendly and accommodating across multiple reviews.
Location
9.22
Great location, ideal for exploring downtown Charleston.
Room Quality
7.67
Some rooms had issues such as small bathrooms and outdated furnishings.
Amenities
8.2
Locations include a Starbucks, and hotel facilities are appreciated.
Value for Money
8.16
Good value considering location and historic charm, though some felt it was overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Dining experience rated highly, especially room service options.
Overall Experience
8.68
A delightful hotel experience with historic charm, marred slightly by some room condition issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 22:16

Property Description

Historic Hotel with Southern Charm

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in a full-service spa and relish classic Southern cuisine at our on-site restaurant. Each room boasts a flat-screen TV, custom-made vanity, and a coffee maker for your convenience.

Fitness and Dining Options
Stay fit at our fully equipped fitness centre and treat yourself to Starbucks Coffee® on-site. Savor regional specialties at the Swamp Fox Restaurant or enjoy live jazz and cocktails at the Swamp Fox Bar.

Prime Location
Located in the heart of Charleston, near the French Quarter and King Street shopping district, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring. The College of Charleston, Gibbes Museum of Art, and Charleston Museum are all a stone's throw away.

Experience the allure of Charleston at the Francis Marion Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CHS

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2141 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.21
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Tamara • couple • us
10
Great stay! Very peaceful and historic. Located in the center of everything. You can really just walk everywhere. Bed wa
Pros:

The location was great we were in the center of everything. Our room was spacious - we got the deluxe king size room.

Cons:

Nothing. Just be prepared to pay for parking. If you plan to drive your car in and out it’s best to valet. They have a set rate and bring your car to the front every time. The street is busy so this was the best option for us instead of trying to find parking and pay for every entree.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • it
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Diena • couple • us
10
This hotel has been the best experience, staff is friendly from the minute you get to the front door. Location is excel
Pros:

Excellent location, staff and accommodations

Cons:

Everything was great!

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Bobbi • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • us
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Judd • couple • us
10
We will be back.
Pros:

Location and ambiance are 10/10.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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vanessa • family_with_children • us
7
Fine for the night
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Rooms were old smelt a little musty

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great hotel and location

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • extended_group • us
10
Great location- very friendly staff!
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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CAPLIER • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Marcie • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location was great! Hotel was beautiful

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
10
Very good and friendly.
Pros:

Bathroom small, but adequate. Location great.

Cons:

Nothing considering the historic preservation of the rooms and the rest of the facility.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Iain • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Hotel lobby very nice. Very clean. Friendly staff.

Cons:

Rooms quite small. Bit dated.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Ella • couple • it
6
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
10
Very welcoming . Would stay there again !
Pros:

The hotel was very clean and everyone was so helpful.

Cons:

The only thing was the bathroom in the room was very small .

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • de
8
Schönes stilvolles Hotel mit kleinen Schwächen..
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt zentral um die Altstadt zu Erkunden.

Das "Deluxe Zimmer" war sehr nett eingerichtet.
Das Zimmer war auch geräumig.
Vom 11.Stock hatten wir einen guten Überblick über die Stadt (aber so viel zu sehen gibt es dort eigentlich nicht).
Der Service im Hotel war gut und das Ambiente - besonders in der Eingangshalle - beeindruckend.
Wir hatten auch ein Frühstück im zum Hotel gehörtenden "Swamp Fox" welches auch sehr gut (wenn auch nicht billig) war. Vor allem die zuvorkommende kanadische Bedienung war den Besuch wert.

Direkt ans Hotel grenzt auch ein Parkhaus, in dem man sein Auto parken kann - auf Höhe von Level3 gibt es sogar einen direkten Übergang zum Hotel (der sich nur von innen/vom Hotel aus öffnen lässt)

Cons:

Das Badezimmer ist etwas zu klein und bietet auch kaum Abstellfläche bzw. Haken um etwas aufzuhängen.

Wir hatten schon einige Zimmer mit "Queen-size Betten" in anderen Hotels, die Betten in diesen "Deluxe Zimmer" waren jedoch die bislang schmalsten, obwohl der Raum genug Platz hätte auch 10 oder 20 cm breitere Betten dort hineinzustellen.

Das ist aber nur " meckern" auf hohen Niveau... Das Hotel ist trotzdem toll.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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emilie • family_with_children • fr
5
Pros:

Emplacement exceptionnel

Cons:

Hôtel vieillot
Cheveux dans la baignoire

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Deanna • solo_traveller • us
10
Worth it!
Pros:

I needed to get away by myself and staying here offered affordability, comfort, and friendliness.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee