The Francis Marion Hotel

About the hotel

A full-service spa, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a conference center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.

Nearby attractions

The Francis Marion Hotel is located in Charleston Historic District, a neighborhood in Charleston with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marion Square and Waterfront Park, while Charleston Music Hall and Music Farm are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to South Carolina Aquarium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like golfing.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Refrigerator (on request)

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi

Available in some public areas: free wifi

Food and drink

1 bar

1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe

Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 am–11 am: usd 7-20 per person

Room service available

Spa

2 treatment rooms

Aromatherapy

Body scrubs

Body wraps

Facials

Massage - deep-tissue

Massage - hot stone

Massage/treatment rooms

Guest services

24-hour front desk

Change of towels (on request)

Concierge services

Dry cleaning service

Laundry facilities

Luggage storage

Porter/bellhop

Tour/ticket assistance

Wedding services

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)

Assistive listening devices available

Braille signage

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

In-room accessibility (select rooms)

Roll-in shower (select rooms)

Wheelchair-accessible parking

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Things to do

Fitness center

Full-service spa

Conveniences

Ballroom

Banquet hall

Elevator

Free newspapers in lobby

Front-desk safe

More

Smoke-free property

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Nearest Airport

Charleston International Airport

15 km from this hotel

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Family Reviews

for The Francis Marion Hotel

4.5 out of 5 stars

10 reviews

Review data

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We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about The Francis Marion Hotel

Latest reviews (10)

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Stacy

14 Jul 2024 - 17 Jul 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Our family had a great stay in the Francis Marion Suite. It was comfortable and large. The hotel is historic and well kept. We had a great stay

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Marie

4 Jan 2024 - 6 Jan 2024

reviewed on expedia

3 out of 5 stars

The rooms were really small.. the area around was great to walk around and had easy access to tons of places to eat and shop! Being with 2 kids it was great to have a great area to walk! The Bathrooms are so small the toilet and sink are very close to each other. It is a pretty hotel though! The staff at the doors in front were not very friendly or offered help to open doors and bring it luggage’s since we did not valet and checking in was not very Friendly either! Overall nice just bc of location!

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Dixie

18 Dec 2023 - 22 Dec 2023

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

My family enjoyed our visit at the Francis Marion. Great location and overall super nice , helpful staff! We would definitely stay here again.

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michele

19 Nov 2023 - 22 Nov 2023

reviewed on orbitz

5 out of 5 stars

Always fun stay here. 10th yr in row w my family.

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Matthew

23 Nov 2022 - 26 Nov 2022

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely lovely hotel in a perfect location. The parking was convenient, the staff was friendly, and the restaurant was exceptional. The whole family enjoyed our stay.

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Cecelia

7 Oct 2022 - 9 Oct 2022

reviewed on orbitz

4 out of 5 stars

We are a family of 3 and stayed at the Francis Marion for a long weekend to attend a wedding. The hotel's history and charm are enjoyable. The room we were in was small, along with the bathroom, and there was some bubbled paint, and chipping in bathtub. Staff were friendly and helpful and for the price, you can't beat the location.

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Barbara

21 Aug 2022 - 25 Aug 2022

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Our family had a mini reunion here. The accommodations were excellent, staff very helpful and friendly. Food in Swamp Fox was delicious. We were most pleased.

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Lynn

12 Jun 2022 - 15 Jun 2022

reviewed on hcom

3 out of 5 stars

Check in was over 30 minutes late from check in time posted for 4:00pm. Clerk tried to submit incorrect dollar amount; did not recognize room was pre-paid. Room was not cleaned very well, garbage still in bins, candy and a child’s bracelet on floor.

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Elizabeth

30 May 2022 - 31 May 2022

reviewed on orbitz

4 out of 5 stars

Breakfast room service was 45 min. The waiter advised she did not know it was ready. I asked for a late checkout and was treated like I had asked for a kidney. Odd that the hotel in all other aspects was marvelous.

A

3 Apr 2024 - 4 Apr 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Quick trip to family at the CofC. Always our favorite pass to stay while in Charleston.