FRANCIS MARION HOTEL | Charleston ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403

“The Francis Marion's location made it easy to explore Charleston!”view full review

Francis Marion Hotel - A historic 1924 landmark with ballrooms, Southern dining, and downtown Charleston views

Dating back to 1924, this historic Charleston hotel occupies a 12-story building in the heart of downtown's Historic District. The Francis Marion features 235 rooms and suites with marble and granite bathrooms, complemented by The Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar serving farm-fresh Southern cuisine. Three grand ballrooms with 24-foot ceilings and crystal chandeliers provide 19000 square feet of event space. The property includes a full-service spa, Starbucks café, fitness center, and business facilities. Located on Marion Square, the Francis Marion Hotel offers direct access to Charleston's antique shops, boutiques, museums, and dining venues. A six-level parking garage adjacent to the building facilitates easy access to the historic district location.

Pros

Three original ballrooms feature period details like Palladian windows and antique fireplaces

Restaurant sources ingredients from local farms and Charleston Farmers Market

Live jazz music performances Thursday through Saturday

Designated catering managers provide single-point coordination for events

Children receive special welcome backpacks with activities and maps

Cons

Historic building layout means some rooms are smaller than modern standards

Popular downtown location can experience street noise during events

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Deluxe Room

Max:

3 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Double Room Sea View

Max:

4 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

City view

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King Room Sea View

Max:

4 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

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Getting around

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City Centre

Charleston3700 ft

Airports

Charleston International (CHS) 12.4 mi

Hilton Head (HHH) 102.3 mi

What our guests says about facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Delicious Breakfast!

The on-site restaurant provided a good breakfast that exceeded my expectations. The menu was diverse, and the taste of the food was fantastic, making every morning a highlight of our stay.

Emily Carter. United States, 2024-03-15Read full review on

Comfortable Double Bathrooms

Having two bathrooms in our large room was incredibly convenient for our family stay. It made getting ready in the morning a breeze, allowing everyone to have their own space.

adam_smith98. Canada, 2024-02-10Read full review on

Great Meeting Space

The meeting facilities were really good, featuring well-equipped rooms with ample natural light. It was an ideal environment for productive discussions and gatherings, making our business trip a success.

Robert Thompson. Australia, 2024-04-25Read full review on

Relaxing Coffee Corner

The Starbucks in the hotel was a perfect little retreat for me each morning. It was convenient, allowing me to grab my favorite coffee to start the day right before heading out to explore.

LucyGreen. United Kingdom, 2024-05-03Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Lift
Coffee shop

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403

Map view

387 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29403

City landmarks

Market

Charleston City Market

3500 ft

Landmark

Aiken-Rhett House

2900 ft

Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

3400 ft

Market

Historic Charleston City Market

3200 ft

Museum

Old Slave Mart Museum

4800 ft

Landmark

Nathaniel Russell House

1.0 mi

Square

Rainbow Row

1.1 mi

Landmark

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

3900 ft

Museum

Confederate Museum

2800 ft

Landmark

Morris Island Lighthouse

3000 ft

Church

Saint Philip Protestant Episcopal Church

3400 ft

Museum

The Calhoun Mansion

1.2 mi

Park

White Point Garden

1.3 mi

Synagogue

Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

2100 ft

Museum

Patriots Point

1.8 mi

Landmark

One Of A Kind

3500 ft

Park

Washington Square

4200 ft

Museum

Edmondston-Alston House

1.3 mi

Fountain

Pineapple Fountain

1.0 mi

Museum

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

1.0 mi

Nearby

Park

Marion Square

400 ft

Museum

The Charleston Museum

1900 ft

Museum

Children's Museum of the Lowcountry

1500 ft

University

College of Charleston

1500 ft

342 Meeting St

Wragg Square

1600 ft

Church

St. Matthew's German Evangelical Lutheran Church

400 ft

Church

Bethel Methodist Church

1700 ft

Gallery

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art

500 ft

Museum

Joseph Manigault House

1600 ft

Church

Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church

1200 ft

Restaurants

Swamp Fox Restaurant

100 ft

387 King St

Starbucks

300 ft

168 Calhoun St

Spring Roll Asian Cuisine

300 ft

375 King St

Carolina Ale House

400 ft

145 Calhoun St Suite 200

La Hacienda Grill

500 ft

354 King St

Pink Bellies

700 ft

595 King St Suite 1

Mama Kim's

500 ft

349 King St

Mynt

700 ft

135 Calhoun Street

La Patisserie

1900 ft

404 King St Hotel Bennett

Coast Bar and Grill

1900 ft

39 John St Suite D

Co Banh Mi Noodles Bar

600 ft

340 King St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

rate their stay as perfect and would happily return

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

7.0

Location

10.0

Service

8.0

Dining

8.0

4/5 based on 4093 reviews

#36 of 80 hotels in Charleston based on Tripadvisor

Rick

United States, September 2024

8.4/10

Staying at the Francis Marion was a delightful experience, thanks to its rich history and perfect location near King Street's vibrant dining scene. The charm of the vintage architecture combined with modern amenities made for a memorable visit. However, while the rooms were cozy and clean, they were a bit smaller than expected. The service from the staff was exceptionally warm, although communication regarding lost items could improve. Overall, I appreciated the unique atmosphere and thought about visiting again for leisure.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a vintage feel, were clean and equipped with modern amenities, though on the smaller side.

Service

8.0

The staff provided warm and helpful service, enhancing our overall experience.

Location

10.0

The hotel's prime location allowed for easy access to King Street and many of historic Charleston's attractions.

Dining

8.0

Dining options, especially breakfast at Swamp Fox, were enjoyable and added to the overall quality of the stay.