Francis Marion Hotel

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

Set in the heart of Charleston across from Marion Square, this historic hotel features a full-service spa and an on-site restaurant serving classic Southern cuisine. The French Quarter is 0.6 mi away. Free WiFi is provided. A flat-screen TV with premium cable channels is featured in all rooms. A custom-made vanity and seating area are also provided. Guests will enjoy the convenience of a coffee maker. A fully equipped fitness center is provided. A Starbucks Coffee® shop and full-service are on site as well. While staying at the Francis Marion, guests can enjoy regional specialties for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the Swamp Fox Restaurant. Live jazz music along with cocktails is also available at the hotel's Swamp Fox Bar. The College of Charleston, the Gibbes Museum of Art and the Charleston Museum are all within 0.8 mi from the Francis Marion Hotel. This hotel also borders the King Street shopping district.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Located in the heart of Charleston, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

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Jessica
United States United States
“The hotel was very clean and everyone was so helpful.”
Deanna
United States United States
“I needed to get away by myself and staying here offered affordability, comfort, and friendliness.”
Simon
United States United States
“Great location, clean and friendly staff. Starbucks and a Restaurant in the same building.”
Stephanie
United States United States
“Historic and beautiful property with a great location. Doormen and women were so helpful!”
Judy
United States United States
“Everything. The location couldn’t be better - in the middle of great restaurants , shopping, and sites. The hotel and staff couldn’t have been better.”
James
United States United States
“I really enjoy the architecture, history and where is was located.”
Sharon
United States United States
“Location and the restaurant. We loved the valet parking staff.”
Jill
United States United States
“Cold chilled fruity water in lobby. Nice beds and linens Greeters at door”
Jo
United States United States
“liked stsrbucks and restaurant on site. love concierge.”
Molly
United States United States
“The location was nice and the Valet boys were all very nice and extremely helpful”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar
  • Cuisine
    American • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour

Amenities of Francis Marion Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

Francis Marion Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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