Francis Marion Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (2080 reviews)
387 King Street , Charleston , us

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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Some rooms had issues such as small bathrooms and outdated furnishings.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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

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 2080 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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sven • family_with_children • be
8
Een aanrader als je in charleston verblijft
Pros:

Alles

Cons:

Er viel niets tegen

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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travelingalM • Couples • Naples, Florida
10
We loved our stay at this hotel!
Pros:

This hotel was just beautiful and had the best staff. From the minute we stepped out of the car with the valet, to the bellman, to the front desk, to the servers in the morning, the employees are just the best; so friendly and attentive. Our room was a corner king with 3 windows overlooking the harbor and was very large. We ended up staying an extra day and the front desk was so accommodating. The location was perfect as it was a few blocks to restaurants on one side of King St. and shopping on the other side of King St. and of course the lovely park across the street. I would definitely stay here next time we are in Charleston.

2026-07-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Sue • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Meghan • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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stephanier76 • Friends getaway • Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
10
Great stay for a girls weekend
Pros:

I recently stayed here with 3 female friends for another friends event weekend. Check in was smooth and easy. The staff at the front lobby were all very pleasant. Valet parking was smooth and easy. For the cost of parking anywhere else it was the best choice for us to just let the hotel handle our vehicle. Upon entering our room we were happy with the space we had the details. There is a mini fridge in the room. A very nice sized closet with robes and the beds are very comfortable. The bathroom is tiny but we had plenty of space within the room for four women to do hair, make up and get dressed without being in anyones way. Our view was of the roof so I can't say anything on that. Location is perfect for walking to shops and eateries. We had breakfast at the Swamp Fox in the morning and the food was delicious and service excellent. A gorgeous historical hotel.

2026-07-08 • via Tripadvisor
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I5207RVsheilam • NONE
10
Great place
Pros:

Me and my daughter traveled together. We loved the hotel and the food. Great place to stay. We will be back in the future. A little expensive but its a great place.

2026-07-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Jill • family_with_children • us
8
Excellent fun location
Pros:

Cold chilled fruity water in lobby.
Nice beds and linens
Greeters at door

Cons:

Little lighting in rooms kinda dark.
Stiff ambience in Swamp fox

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • us
9
We truly enjoyed our stay; however, the hotel is old but in good condition. The location is excellent and we really enjo
Pros:

Location and the restaurant. We loved the valet parking staff.

Cons:

Old carpet and water took too long to get hot.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Arlene • extended_group • us
7
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Cudatah • NONE • Seabrook, South Carolina
10
Lovely Stays at the Francis Marion
Pros:

A stay at the Francis Marion is always a pleasure. It is an elegant older hotel. While bathrooms are small, the rooms are comfortable and clean. It’s in a good location as well. If you eat at its Swamp Fox restaurant, ask for Sylvie. She’s just the best.

2026-07-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Flory • family_with_children • us
9
Location is the best walkable everywhere only thing i dint like was paying for parking
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Pay for parking

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Ruben • family_with_children • de
8
Zentrale Lage auf der King Street in einem Hotel mit Tradition und Charme
Pros:

Gute Lage des Hotels, direkt auf der King Street.

Cons:

Valet Parking sehr teuer. Sehr kleines Badezimmer.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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annouk • extended_group • nl
7
Super locatie
Pros:

Het is prima. Vooral de locatie is super zo in de stad en tegenover een park.

Cons:

De badkamer is gedateerd. Op de website staat dat het parkeren 20 euro per dag is, maar je moet er rekening mee houden dat om 00:00 uur er een nieuwe dag begint. Aangezien je altijd een nacht in een hotel slaapt, is parkeren dus minimaal 40 per nachtje slapen. Dat wordt niet duidelijk vermeld op de website.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Joeadventure • NONE
10
Step back to the 1920s
Pros:

Location is fantastic. Beautiful main area with 1920s music. Rooms are small, dated...but super clean and functional. Beds pillows are superior.

2026-07-02 • via Tripadvisor
9
90dylanm • Family
6
No more historic hotels!
Pros:

Great location, beautiful lobby and friendly staff. Small bathroom and Toilet didn’t flush. I was told it’s luck of the draw due on the age of the hotel. We moved to a different room in the middle of the night. The AC was so loud that it was hard to sleep. Parking was $72 for two day. I would not stay again.

2026-06-30 • via Tripadvisor
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Adventure722744 • Business
6
Good location, old amenities
Pros:

Unfortunately, the furniture inside the guest room was old and dirty. The staff is pleasant and hospitable, but the aging furniture and amenities inside the room to go away from the joy of staying there. Location is excellent.

2026-06-30 • via Tripadvisor
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jerry • extended_group • us
4
Clean the place up and do the minor repairs.
Pros:

Not well maintained.

Cons:

A lot of work should be done. Plenty of potential but so many details of workmanship, lack of repairs or painting in obvious locations.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Jo • family_with_children • us
8
this was my second time staying enjoy
Pros:

liked stsrbucks and restaurant on site. love concierge.

Cons:

small bathroom no iron in room

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Marcella • couple • us
2
Will stay elsewhere next time.
Pros:

The location of the property was great.

Cons:

The property is very, very outdated. The bathroom was so tiny that only one person (barely) fit. Not enough outlets. Very old and you could hear every sound. Beds are tiny. Zero amenities. The gym was awful. There were 3 other guests besides me and we didn’t fit in the room. This hotel was very expensive for what you get.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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okielaw • Couples • Naples, Florida
10
A+ Concierge
Pros:

First time to Charleston and we were fortunate to find “Karin” the concierge in the lobby to guide us on things to do, places to see and how to get there! She made the trip special with her tips and advice. She also shared a lot of Charleston history with my wife Laurie each morning.

2026-06-25 • via Tripadvisor