Francis Marion Hotel is a sophisticated property that first opened its doors in 1924. Directly across from the Marion Square, the hotel offers guests close proximity to a number of desirable dining spots and shopping attractions. The hotel is also a 15-minute walk from the local South Carolina Aquarium and the historic City Market. Guests traveling for romantic getaways or with their families are sure to enjoy the wide array of entertainment options offered near the hotel.
Each room in the hotel is traditionally decorated and comes with a flat-screen TV, a coffeemaker, and free access to wireless Internet. With free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, guests are sure to enjoy plenty of entertainment from the comfort of their own rooms. Meanwhile, guests are able to upgrade to a suite that adds separate living space. Also, some suites offer amazing views of the harbor and a full-sized kitchen. Room service is also available to guests who would prefer to enjoy a meal from the comfort of their own room or suite.
Breakfast can be served to guests in their rooms or down in the hotel's Southern-style restaurant and bar. The restaurant and bar offer live jazz music on the regular and a fun environment. A Starbucks coffee shop is also located on-site in the hotel for guests to enjoy some of their favorite coffee beverages. A spa is also offered in the hotel for guests to enjoy and to revitalize both mind and body. An exercise room is also included for guests to use.
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.
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Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Driving yourself is the most cost-effective way to get to the Francis Marion Hotel. Taking a taxi from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to the Francis Marion Hotel is the most time-efficient option. Buses, taxis, cars, and towncars are the four modes of transportation that can be used to go from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to the Francis Marion Hotel. There is a bus that travels directly from the Charleston Airport to the city of Charleston and vice versa. The services are available around the clock and depart every half hour. It takes around half an hour to complete the trip.
A non-refundable fee is charged a day as a maintenance cost for having a dog in your room. Only canines weighing approximately 25 pounds or fewer are permitted. No other types of animals are allowed. Guests are not permitted to leave their dogs unattended in the hotel. The Swamp Fox (the restaurant), the Spa, and the Fitness Center are off-limits to your dog per Health Department restrictions. If you have a pet, you'll need to arrange housekeeping for a time when nobody will be in the room to disrupt it.
If you're planning a conference or meeting in Charleston, the Francis Marion Hotel is your best bet for a successful and enjoyable event. The meeting rooms at the hotel are spacious and convenient. The hotel offers three ballrooms and around 18,000 square feet of versatile event space. The ballrooms have beautiful decor. If you're in town on business, take advantage of the Francis Marion Hotel's award-winning chef, Simon Andrews, and his made-to-order dishes. It's also a "Green Hotel," meaning it uses environmentally friendly and energy-saving methods.
Traditional Southern fare is served all day long at the Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar. Local delicacies and Low Country standards are expertly prepared by the main chefs. The chefs will work with you to create a memorable dinner based on your budget and preferences. The Swamp Fox's Parkview Room can accommodate up to 30 diners. The Parkview Room is ideal for a special, private meal.
There are two different parking choices available to drivers. A city-owned garage is located right next door to the hotel, and guests can park their cars there for a fee. At check-in, you will be given the A key, which grants you limitless access to enter and exit the building. Parking spots for overly large trucks and rooftop containers are in short supply. When you get here, park in the designated area for valet parking on King Street, and the hotel workers will unload your luggage for you. Both choices will add the cost to your room's bill directly, allow you to check in at any time on the day of your arrival, provide you with the freedom to come and go as you want, and are valid up until the day you check out.
Francis Marion Hotel is located at 387 King Street, 1.2 km from the centre of Charleston. Joseph Manigault House is the closest landmark to Francis Marion Hotel.
Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Francis Marion Hotel.
Yes, Francis Marion Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.
Francis Marion Hotel is 14.5 km from Charleston. Francis Marion Hotel is 95 km from Hilton Head Island.
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Value for money | 7.9 |
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Distance to downtown | 1.2 km |
Nearest Airport | Charleston |
Distance to airport | 15.3 km |