Francis Marion Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1956 reviews)
387 King Street , Charleston , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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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Some rooms had issues such as small bathrooms and outdated furnishings.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.

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 1956 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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Jennifer • solo_traveller • us
10
Visit to see friends and check out college
Pros:

Location

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Allison Kate • family_with_children • us
7
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Joan • solo_traveller • us
10
Worth the price
Pros:

Nice, well kept older property in central Charleston..

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • us
8
Lovely time in the heart of Charleston.
Pros:

Great location. Friendly staff. Nice lobby. Good bar/ restaurant.

Cons:

Facing Francis Marion park was at times very noisy between King St traffic and the rooftop club across the street. The room was a good size but the bathroom was VERY small. Amenities were fine.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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AZZURRA • family_with_children • it
7
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Ezequiel Nicolas • couple • gb
4
Disappointing overnight stay
Pros:

We were quite disappointed with our stay at the Francis Marion. First of all, they ignored my emails that I had sent prior to staying there, which I think was rude, they then gave us the room with the smallest bathroom, which was difficult to manoeuvre, especially for my pregnant girlfriend. The room itself was nice and a good size, however the bathroom, in addition to being small was also in need to a serious upgrade - the toilet had stains in the bowl and the bath also looked like it needed to be replaced due to wear and tear. Am mentioning these points because this hotel was definitely on the pricier side, so I would have expected a more modern/ less run down looking bathroom for the money I paid. In contrast however, the location was fantastic, it was very close to a lot of the sites which was really convenient when not wanting to drive everywhere.

Cons:

The car park next to the hotel was convenient but it was a shame that there was no hotel-associated discount or anything as it was quite pricey to park there just for a day - $50.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
K
Kathy • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location and customer service

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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UpperValleyMom • NONE • Upper Swan, Swan Valley, Greater Perth, Western Australia
10
Great location and charming hotel
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Nice room, quiet hotel, friendly staff. Nice gym. Great location. Very clean. Complimentary champagne and cheese/crackers at Friday evening check-in. Cookies in lobby!

2026-02-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Itzel • extended_group • us
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Faith • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Noel • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Old style character is nice but overated. Beds were too small. It's very nice but overpriced for value.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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MichelleG-Bflo • NONE
10
Winter getaway
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay at the Francis Marion. It was within walking distance to all the sights we wanted to see, the hotel staff was friendly and helpful, and we appreciated the little touches like complementary coffee in the morning, cookies in the afternoon, a water refilling station, bathrobes, and water bottles in the fridge.

2026-02-22 • via Tripadvisor
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david • couple • gb
8
Great location, great staff. Parking is either difficult or expensive.
Pros:

Location is great for visits to historic centre of Charleston

Cons:

Room was a little old fashioned and on the small side, but it is an Historic hotel.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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lab12345 • Business • St. Michaels, Talbot County, Maryland
10
Convenient location, charming old hotel
Pros:

Location was perfect to walk to everything. Old Charleston charm. We had a fourth floor room that was near King Street. My only complaint is that if you are a light Sleeper the noise from King Street does not end until around 2:15 AM and that was consistent every night. We stayed Thursday-Monday. Nightlife, cops, people, screaming, etc. not the quietest place to be, but if you like the nightlife, you can walk straight out your door into bars and clubs.
This hotel is under years old, but has been maintained however some corks like tiny bathrooms and not as many outlets, etc., are to be expected. The hotel restaurant "Swamp Fox" is nice but extremely busy at all times so make sure to make reservations because it is a tourist attraction in addition to being the hotel restaurant.

2026-02-18 • via Tripadvisor
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aandpscott • NONE • North Carolina
10
Great location
Pros:

Love this location for a King street shopping weekend. Near all the shops and restaurants. Sylvie at the Swamp fox restaurant was wonderful!

2026-02-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Flyer39685404912 • Family
10
Excellent in Every Respect
Pros:

Excellent in every respect: location, comfort, full breakfast, service, historical design. I loved the Big Band & old standards music in the lobby, along with fresh-fruit spa water (and the cookies). I'm so glad we stayed in such a unique place.

2026-02-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Sharon • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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markbJ727UQ • Business
10
Great location for a quick trip
Pros:

Perfect vintage hotel located in central downtown Charleston, SC. Excellent service at reasonable prices and great location to explore downtown.

2026-02-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Sergio • solo_traveller • br
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee