City center stay.A stay at this Downtown Charleston hotel places you steps from Marion Square and within a 5-minute walk of College of Charleston. Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
Marion Square - 1 min walk
College of Charleston - 1 min walk
Charleston Music Hall - 4 min walk
Charleston City Market - 16 min walk
South Carolina Aquarium - 16 min walk
Getting around
Charleston Station - 14 min drive
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Swamp Fox Restaurant - 1 min walk
The Bangkok Lounge - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
The Quinte Oyster Bar - 4 min walk
JohnKing Grill & Bar - 3 min walk
About this property
The Francis Marion Hotel
Historic hotel near Marion Square
The Francis Marion Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.
Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 18998 square feet (1765 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Francis Marion Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.
This Charleston hotel is smoke free.
1 building
235 guestrooms or units
12 levels
Meeting rooms
18998 sq ft of conference space
1765 sq m of conference space
Built in 1924
Conference center
Business facilities
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Bellhop
Elevator
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Coffee shop
Dining venue
The Francis Marion Hotel offers 235 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Refrigerators and change of towels can be requested.
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.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator on request
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Full-service spa
Gym
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator on request
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7–20 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
Refrigerator fee: USD 10 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-out is available.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is The Francis Marion Hotel to the airport?
The Francis Marion Hotel is 12.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Francis Marion Hotel?
As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis Marion Hotel on May 27, 2024 start from $249.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does The Francis Marion Hotel have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Francis Marion Hotel.
How close is The Francis Marion Hotel to the beach?
This hotel is 10.7 mi (20-min drive) from Isle of Palms Beach and 11.5 mi (21-min drive) from Front Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Francis Marion Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.
Is there a casino at The Francis Marion Hotel?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at The Francis Marion Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at The Francis Marion Hotel?
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per day.
Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a pool?
The Francis Marion Hotel does not have a pool.
Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a restaurant?
The Francis Marion Hotel is home to The Swamp Fox Restaurant, which features southern cuisine.
Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a spa?
Pamper yourself with a day at The Spa of Charleston, where you can enjoy massages, facials, and aromatherapy.
How close is The Francis Marion Hotel to downtown Charleston?
The Francis Marion Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Charleston.
The Francis Marion Hotel Reviews
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