The Francis Marion Hotel offers historic charm in the heart of downtown Charleston, with a coffee shop and bar for relaxing moments. Enjoy southern cuisine at The Swamp Fox Restaurant or unwind with a massage at The Spa of Charleston. With an on-site gym, business center, and free WiFi, this hotel is perfect for both work and play.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Gym
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Valet parking
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Massage/treatment rooms
Conference center
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is ₩248,189
₩248,189
₩282,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
57 reviews
(57 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
32 sq m
Harbor view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Suite (Francis Marion)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
55 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
62 reviews
(62 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
23 sq m
Harbor view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
101 reviews
(101 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
32 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Standard Room (Run of House)
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
100 reviews
(100 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
23 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
77 reviews
(77 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbor View
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
63 reviews
(63 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
23 sq m
Harbor view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
19 reviews
(19 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
32 sq m
Harbor view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible
The Francis Marion Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of College of Charleston and Port of Charleston. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and southern cuisine is served at The Swamp Fox Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a fitness center and a bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English
More about this property
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At a glance
Hotel size
235 rooms
Arranged over 12 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (18998 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1924
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
Free bottled water
More
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Recycling
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Special features
Spa
The Spa of Charleston has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Dining
The Swamp Fox Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 to 20 per person
Refrigerators are available for USD 10 per night
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 40 per day with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel
Francis Marion Charleston
Francis Marion Hotel
Francis Marion Hotel Charleston
Hotel Francis Marion
Marion Francis Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel Hotel Charleston
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Francis Marion Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Francis Marion Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 40 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Francis Marion Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Francis Marion Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and sailing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a fitness center and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near The Francis Marion Hotel?
Yes, The Swamp Fox Restaurant offers southern cuisine.
What's the area around The Francis Marion Hotel like?
The Francis Marion Hotel is in Charleston Historic District, a short 13-minute walk from Port of Charleston and 15 minutes' walk from Medical University of South Carolina. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews
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9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
Service staff
Bathroom
Restaurant
Bed
Lobby
Historical
View
Parking
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant, Swamp Fox, was fantastic with great food and friendly staff. (40 reviews)
Breakfast at the property was consistently delicious and highly recommended by guests. (17 reviews)
The spa was incredible and highly informative with excellent staff. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
Beautiful property, excellent staff and location was perfect
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Nice hotel in great location.
Eva
Eva, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 29, 2025
Loved our stay here!
Elane
Elane, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
Wonderful location
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 23, 2025
Perfect location!
Katarzyna
Katarzyna, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
Beautiful historic property; excellent staff and clean.
Paula June
Paula June, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
Nice place !
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
We had a wonderful visit and the staff was amazing!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 23, 2025
Check-in was a breeze and our room was ready even though we got there early. Hotel is in a great location with great shopping and dining options very close by. This is our 2nd stay here and will definitely be back!
Laurie
Laurie, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
The location and the staff at this hotel were excellent. The rooms are big and very clean.
Arghavan
Arghavan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
Staff was very nice and attentive…Beds comfy.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
Great place, check-in was quick with great friendly staff, looks to be well kept, bed was incredibly comfortable. Would highly recommend this place.
Melvin
Melvin, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2025
Best location to see the downtown sites.
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
Right on the edge of the historic district, perfect for walking. Room had everything we needed & odour free
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
Great location. Everything was perfect during our stay. Very clean, great service and amenities!
JIE
JIE, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 25, 2025
We had a really enjoyable stay at the Francis Marion. Our family of 4 stayed for a week and we were very comfortable in our room; it’s in a perfect location for shopping, dining, and sightseeing. The staff was friendly and efficient!
Jeremy
Jeremy, 6-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 1, 2025
Great location, walkable, professional staff.
Bob
Bob, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Beautiful facility. Super location. Great staff.
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
Great property and would come back again!
Kayla
Kayla, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 25, 2025
Great location! A beautiful historic hotel with amazing views.
Rose
Rose, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 15, 2025
Very good historical hotel with small historical rooms but very well done and comfortable.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 16, 2025
Great location
Greg
Greg, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Super friendly staff and very accommodating facility!
Jessy
Jessy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
It was a beautiful hotel, and EVERYONE was very friendly and kind. They did seem to care about your needs and the rooms were very clean, even the bed sheets smelled like I had just washed them!