Francis Marion Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Comfy upscale hotel
A great choice for our first time in Charleston. The beds were super comfortable. The staff is...
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1st time Charleston visit
- Jan 23, 2013
Great stay
Awesome weekend in Charleston. Friendly staff, clean hotel and overall appearance was beautiful.
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Mary Bee
- Dec 17, 2012
Historic charm, modern conveniences in downtown Charleston
The Francis Marion Hotel was built in 1924, completely renovated in 1996 with a $12 million grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, but there's still plenty of old-fashioned charm. The rooms feature European-style bedding and marble bathrooms with pedestal sinks and brass fixtures. Over the years, the Francis Marion Hotel has hosted celebrities and historical figures, and its location is convenient to downtown Charleston's historic homes, shops, restaurants and other attractions.Francis Marion Hotel Rooms
- Deluxe Room
- One king or two double beds. Early 20th-century decor and furnishings. 350 square feet. Rooms includes air conditioning, refrigerator, wake up calls, complimentary toiletries, iron and iron board, clock radio, cribs(infant beds)available, satellite/ cable TV with pay movies, premium bedding, complimentary newspaper, multiline phone, voice mail, coffee and tea maker, house keeping daily, extra towels and bedding in room, hair dryer, electronic and magnetic keys. European-style bedding with overstuffed duvets and down pillows. Marble bathroom, pedestal sink, and brass fixtures. Nonsmoking
- Treditional
- Room includes one queen or two double beds. 250 square feet. Early 20th-century decor and furnishings, European-style bedding with overstuffed duvets and down pillows, desk with lamp and chair, wooden armoire with TV, dual-line phone, premium cable with pay movies, marble bathroom, pedestal sink and brass fixtures, Nonsmoking.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- General
- Concierge
- Activities
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Charleston.
- Nearby airports
- Hotel is located 12 miles East of Charleston Airport (CHS)
- Area description
- Located in Historic Downtown Charleston. Marion square park- across the street, king street shops and galleries - 1 block, college of charleston - 0.25 mile, fort sumter tours - 0.5 mile, south carolina aquarium - 0.5 mile, old market place - 0.5 mile, charleston battery - 1.5 miles, old exchange - 1.5 miles, The citadel-2 miles, USS yorktown - 5.5 miles, Boone hall plantation - 9.5 miles, Magnolia plantation - 14 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Charleston Music Hall: 0.2 mi
- Theater99: 0.2 mi
- Charleston Museum: 0.3 mi
- Children's Museum of the Lowcountry: 0.3 mi
- Aiken-Rhett House: 0.4 mi
- Unitarian Church in Charleston: 0.5 mi
- The Black Fedora: 0.5 mi
- Gibbes Museum of Art: 0.6 mi
- Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist: 0.6 mi
- Dock Street Theater: 0.6 mi
- St. Michael's Episcopal Church: 0.7 mi
- Port Charleston: 0.7 mi
- The Calhoun Mansion: 0.7 mi
- South Carolina Aquarium: 0.7 mi
- Charleston Waterfront Park: 0.8 mi
- Charleston Music Hall: 0.2 mi
- Theater99: 0.2 mi
- Charleston Museum: 0.3 mi
- Children's Museum of the Lowcountry: 0.3 mi
- Aiken-Rhett House: 0.4 mi
- Unitarian Church in Charleston: 0.5 mi
- The Black Fedora: 0.5 mi
- Gibbes Museum of Art: 0.6 mi
- Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist: 0.6 mi
- Dock Street Theater: 0.6 mi
- St. Michael's Episcopal Church: 0.7 mi
- Port Charleston: 0.7 mi
- The Calhoun Mansion: 0.7 mi
- South Carolina Aquarium: 0.7 mi
- Charleston Waterfront Park: 0.8 mi
- Heyward-Washington House: 0.8 mi
- Old Exchange & Provost: 0.8 mi
- Nathaniel Russell House: 0.8 mi
- Arthur Ravenel Jr.Bridge: 0.9 mi
- Audbon Swamp Garden: 0.9 mi
- Edmonston-Alston House: 1.1 mi
- The Citadel: 1.5 mi
- Magnolia Cemetry: 2.4 mi
- American Military Museum: 5.5 mi
- Morris Island Lighthouse: 6.6 mi
- Drayton Hall: 10.2 mi
- Magnolia Plantation & Gardens: 11 mi
- Middleton Place: 14.1 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- A full array of business services is available for conferences and meetings. Host an elegant business meeting in one of conference rooms. The new conference facility features 7,000 square feet of total conference space.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (136)
Ratings and reviews for Francis Marion Hotel
- All travelers (136) 3.9 / 5
- Business (9) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (75) 3.8 / 5
- Families (20) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (19) 4.1 / 5
- Singles (12) 4.2 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
A Thawing Romantic
Classic Charleston Lodging and Dining
[...], the concierge, was the greatest! She got me Kombucha and had it ready for me when I arrived. She also had a refrigerator for my medicine. She is so pleasant and helpful to deal with. The Breakfast buffet was great. Jerome and the other staff were so friendly. I enjoyed the Shrimp and Grits Martini. A wonderful meal. The room was beautiful and wonderfully appointed. The only downside was the air conditioner which had a black mold and had a musty aroma.I would stay there again, but would call ahead and have them check the a/c unit before I arrived.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
We took a pedicab from the hotel to the Dock Street Theater and saw a wonderful play. After the show, the same driver took us on a tour and then dropped us at Kominsky's for dessert and coffee. Then a short ride back to the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Best bed and comforter.
This is an older hotel but all the necessary items are well maitained. Best bed I ever slept on in any hotel. Friendly staff and very good restaurant.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Hymman sea food
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Vacation in my own town
Great place to stay!
We really enjoyed our stay at the Francis Marion Hotel. We live just outside Charleston and decided to take a vacation in our town! We already knew where we wanted to go while staying in Charleston and Francis Marion was centrally located to all of the local attractions. The staff was friendly, parking was convenient and reasonably priced, and our room was fantastic. The hotel has historical charm (we had 2 complete bathrooms in our room) but with modern comfort.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Long walk from hotel
Charleston is a town that needs to be walked!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ghostwriter
hotel offered cheaper rate than [...]
The service was excellent. The hotel was nicely appointed but could have used some renovation and better maintenance (old bathroom enamel, dust on mirrors, etc. We were there to see Ft. Sumtner and eat BBQ, en route to Miami.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
If you love BBQ, try Melvin's. If you love great, southern style breakfast or brunch, go to the Hominy Grill and order shrimp and grits.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Excellent service, accomodations, room
In the heart of downtown, the perfect location to view Charleston whether walking or driving to the various historic locations in and around the city. We had a wonderful view of the city from our room. The hotel was clean and the employees were charming and helpful from the valets, housekeeping staff to desk clerks and manager. I will return and recomend the Francis Marion to anyone traveling there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Hyman Seafood Resturant
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Super nice weekend
Hotel looks really nice & so do rooms! I love the park across the street. Stuff is SUPER nice, always very helpful and polite! I had a facial down in the spa Adagio; I highly recommend that! [...] and [...] were great; I will make sure to have a facial with [...] next time! I can not wait to go back.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
I highly recommend the rastaurant and bar on the 2.nd floor in Cypress, 167 East Bay st. I loved loved the restaurant downstairs the hotel as well - I had such a great breakfast and nice time with some drinks and appetizers late afternoon. Stuff was amazing!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great!
Terrific location. Close walk to College of Charleston and shopping on King Street. A little more of a walk, but very manageable, to Market Square and the Battery. In room dining was tasty and prompt. King sized bed was comfortable. Plenty of hot water for long showers. Valet service was great. The only thing that I would love to see, which is included with alot of the old historic hotels, is complimentary afternoon tea. This was the fourth time that we stayed here and we just love it!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nana Nell
All expectations met
Warm welcome. Good recommendation to a local restaurant by the man checking us in. Comfy bed and pillows. Large quiet room. Wi fi. We overlooked the park.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Sermet's Corner restaurant 276 King St was excellent. Make a reservation for the McCrady or Husk.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Superb location
We are considering relocation to the Charleston area. It is important for us to be close to a city that has a "history", performing arts, culinary delights,etc. Charleston proved to be charming. The hotel location was wonderful, being within walking distance of all the local attractions day & night, yet easily accessible to the roads that would take us elsewhere on our excursions to the surrounding areas. What was missing? FREE parking for hotel guests. We were not anticipating the additional parking expense daily for the 5 days we were there. Missing? Shower caps!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Quite a few dining,historical sites, shopping and entertainment events are within a 15 minute walk from the hotel. Don't take your car. Walk through the city and have fun.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
wonderful stay..very accommodating staff
This hotel is wonderful!! the room was great...make sure to ask for a corner room...much larger than the regular rooms. We forgot robes..they we delivered to our room within 10 minutes. Asked in there was a fridge in room..not normally, but a mini fridge was in room by time we got ! My husband forgot his razor and had one within minutes, AMAZING staff. We have stayed here before and will continue to do so in the future, great prices, great staff and great locatuion.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
"COAST" on John st...great food and great atmosphere. half price bottles of wine on Sundays too!!
