The Francis Marion Hotel

4 stars
8,6
Very good
based on 3709 reviews
3 709 reviews
387 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403, United States
387 King Street, Charleston, SC
+1 843 722 0600
Fri 28/8
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Sat 29/8
2 guests, 1 room
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R1 820
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R1 820
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R2 100
Double room, 2 double beds
R2 401
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Overview

Featuring free Wi-Fi, Francis Marion Hotel is located in Charleston and is a brief walk from College of Charleston. It is situated a short stroll from the Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, Theatre 99 and Denmark Vesey House.

There are a range of amenities at Francis Marion on offer to guests, including an express check-in and check-out feature, valet parking and a gym. The on-site spa provides a variety of facial and body treatments.

Every comfortable room at Francis Marion Hotel offers a refrigerator, as well as all the essentials for an enjoyable stay.

During their stay, guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at Swamp Fox, which serves regional specialties. In the evening, guests can relax in the comfortable lounge bar. A wide selection of dining options are also found in the area.

The position of The Francis Marion Hotel Charleston permits easy access to many tourist attractions. Concord Park is a brief walk away.

8,6
Very good
3709 reviews

Latest deals for The Francis Marion Hotel

Fri 28/8
-
Sat 29/8
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R1 820
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R2 100
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R2 191
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R2 192
nightly with VAT
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R2 399
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, 1 king bed
R2 922
nightly with VAT
Double room, 1 twin bed
R3 095
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R3 305
nightly with VAT
Standard Room, bed type unknown
R3 385
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, 1 queen bed
R3 387
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R3 656
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R3 995
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R4 098
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, 2 double beds
R4 488
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at The Francis Marion Hotel

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Spa

  • Spa

Reviews of The Francis Marion Hotel

8,6
Very good
3709 verified ratings
Wonderful
2043
Very good
691
Good
425
Okay
217
Fair
162
Mediocre
73
Poor
98

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's central location, making it easy to explore Charleston and access local attractions, shopping, and dining. Many also complimented the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the historic charm and ambiance of the property. However, several guests were disappointed by the very small and outdated bathrooms, noise from the street or nearby venues, and felt that the value for the price could be improved, especially considering the bathroom quality and additional parking fees. Overall, the location and service stood out as highlights, while the bathroom size and noise level were common drawbacks.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
Bathroom0.5 out of 10
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Anonymous, Jul 2026
Beautiful hotel!
4.0
Mediocre
Mike, Oct 2025
Location was good. Woke up on first morning to significant dried blood on the sheets--not mine or my wife's. Hotel essentially shrugged.
8.0
Very good
mitch, Apr 2024
Employees were great. Property a bit dated.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Historic charm. Lovely room with two double beds on 7th floor with great view of Charleston. Very small bath. Friendly, helpful staff. Great location. Easy drop off/pick up luggage, valet parking available. We self parked at nearby garage, $18 per day. Free shuttles run every 15 minutes and can take you to Broad Street/Market areas.
8.0
Very good
Susan, Sept 2023
The Francis Marion is an elegant old hotel. The furnishing are a little dated but clean and the room was very quiet and comfortable. The bathroom is very small but we left our toiletries on the large table in the bedroom and it worked out fine. Location is excellent and Charleston is beautiful. We walked a block away to La Patissiere for coffee and pastry every morning. I would stay there again.
10
Wonderful
David, Dec 2021
Best value hotel in Charleston.
10
Wonderful
Colton, Apr 2021
Pros (+) Staff was amazing and very helpful. The on-site restaurant has wonderful breakfast!
Cons (-) Broken closet door in entry hall would swing into the path of the room door. There didn’t appear to be a vent in the bathroom. The 2 person elevator policy does not work when you’re at 100% capacity and it is busy.
10
Wonderful
Brian, Mar 2021
Pros (+) Great location - close to shopping and short walking distance to restaurants and things to do. The staff was fabulous and the room was great.
Cons (-) The water pressure was too low in the shower.
10
Wonderful
Altairis, Jan 2021
Pros (+) We have a 1-year-old baby that needs space to move and the rooms were perfect for it. The hotel is not new, but they have done and do a great job maintaining the comfort, I love the way everybody treated us. I recommend this hotel 100%
Cons (-) The only thing I would have like to have was better mattress.
10
Wonderful
Blake, Jul 2020
Pros (+) We had an amazing view from the 9th floor. What an exceptional stay in global pandemic
Cons (-) Not being under mask requirements

Location

387 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

What's nearby

  • Theatre 990.4 km
  • Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim0.5 km
  • Concord Park0.9 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina1 km
  • Charleston Arsenal1 km
  • Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist1.1 km
  • French Huguenot Church1.1 km
  • Rainbow Row1.4 km
  • West Point Rice Mill1.6 km
  • White Point Garden1.9 km
  • Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge2.2 km
  • Hampton Park2.4 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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The Francis Marion Hotel

Which month has the cheapest rates at The Francis Marion Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at The Francis Marion Hotel is January, with an average nightly rate of R2 853. The most expensive month is May at R5 351 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Francis Marion Hotel?

The cheapest day to book The Francis Marion Hotel is Monday, with an average nightly rate of R2 716. The most expensive day is Thursday at R4 231 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Francis Marion Hotel?

To get the best price at The Francis Marion Hotel, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 18% compared to booking last minute.

FAQs when booking at The Francis Marion Hotel

  • Where is The Francis Marion Hotel located?

    The Francis Marion Hotel is located at 387 King Street, 1,2 km from the centre of Charleston. Theatre 99 is the closest landmark to The Francis Marion Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Francis Marion Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Francis Marion Hotel.

  • Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Francis Marion Hotel from the airport?

    The Francis Marion Hotel is 15,3 km from Charleston. The Francis Marion Hotel is 94,8 km from Hilton Head Island.

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8,1
1,2 km
Charleston
15,3 km

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