Francis Marion Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (2141 reviews)
387 King Street , Charleston , US

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Some rooms had issues such as small bathrooms and outdated furnishings.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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Anne-Marie • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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STUCKEY • couple • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Graham • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Robert • extended_group • us
7
Beautiful older hotel
Pros:

Good location, nice hotel but cleanliness was lacking, bathroom had black mold!

Cons:

Cleanliness

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • family_with_children • us
4
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Repetto • family_with_children • it
8
Storico weekend a Charleston
Pros:

Molto comodo per il bellissimo centro e le vie dei locali e ristoranti. Ottimo ristorante anche per la colazione. Buffet molto completo. Arredi delle zone comuni molto eleganti, nelle camere da migliorare , soprattutto i bagni risultano datati

Cons:

I bagni devono essere ristrutturati e le camere possono essere migliorate.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Daniele • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Struttura molto bella

Cons:

Bagno piccolissimo

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • us
9
The beauty and amenities of this hotel are really great, but be prepared with earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Pros:

The property is historic and beautifully appointed and definitely in a good location if you want to be close to the shops on King St. The lobby is exceptional with high ceilings and chandeliers and even had live piano music at cocktail hour. Although we were told that there would be complimentary champagne and crackers/cheese, we discovered a variety of cookies and flavored water. That was good enough for us. The Swamp Fox restaurant which is attached to the hotel was a nice place to have a predinner cocktail. Also, Starbucks is also on the ground level of the hotel, which was convenient for a grab n go breakfast sandwich and coffee. The beds were very comfortable and the hotel provides oversized robes as well.

Cons:

I was surprised at how noisy that particular intersection is well past midnight. Our room was on the 6th floor facing the park and close to the intersection. We heard loud vehicles and lots of people partying into the wee hours of the morning.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Francois • couple • us
7
Will not stay in this hotel again, better hotels around with bigger bathroom for same price or less. Also i was charged
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room had 2 double beds. 4 people could stay in this room, but the bathroom was the size of a postage stamp.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • it
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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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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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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Charles • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great hotel and location

2026-08-22 • 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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CAPLIER • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-08-20 • 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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Marcie • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location was great! Hotel was beautiful

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee