Francis Marion Hotel – Family Hotel in Charleston | From 167$/Night

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About the Hotel

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

“"The location was perfect for exploring Charleston's historic areas."”view full review

Historic Accommodations

The Francis Marion Hotel offers 235 guestrooms and suites with pillow-top mattresses, marble and granite bathrooms, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms include flat-screen HD cable TVs, coffee makers, and work desks. Select deluxe rooms and suites provide harbor views, small refrigerators, and separate living areas with sofa beds. ADA accessible rooms feature roll-in showers, grab bars, and lowered fixtures.

Swamp Fox Dining

The Swamp Fox Restaurant serves classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner using local farm ingredients. The Parkview Room offers private dining for up to 30 guests. Room service is available, and the bar features jazz piano music Thursday through Saturday. Breakfast buffet includes eggs, bacon, sausage, grits, and seasonal items.

Recreation & Relaxation

The hotel features Spa Adagio offering massages and facials, a fitness center with modern equipment, and a Starbucks coffee shop. Families receive backpacks with kid-friendly activities. The hotel composts kitchen waste and donates retired linens to local charities. Live jazz performances occur at the Charleston Music Hall on select Saturdays.

Downtown Charleston Location

Located on Marion Square in downtown Charleston, the hotel is within walking distance of historic gardens, house museums, antique shops, King Street boutiques, and local restaurants. Six levels of adjacent garage parking provide vehicle storage. The property is 5 blocks from the Charleston Museum and College of Charleston.

Comprehensive Hotel Services

Services include doorman and bell service, concierge, valet parking ($40/night), business center, and newsstand. The hotel offers 19,000 square feet of meeting space across three ballrooms with crystal chandeliers and high-speed internet. Wedding packages include honeymoon suites with champagne. Pets under 30 lbs are accepted for $50/night.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

King Room Sea View

2 persons

33 m²

1 King-size bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Double Room

2 persons

33 m²

2 Double beds

Heating

Air conditioning

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Queen Room Sea View

2 persons

23 m²

1 King-size bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Double Room Sea View

2 persons

23 m²

2 Double beds

Heating

Air conditioning

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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre

Charleston 1.1 km

Airports

Charleston International (CHS) 20.0 km

Hilton Head (HHH) 164.6 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious On-Site Options

“I had a fantastic dining experience at the Swamp Fox restaurant located in the hotel. The food was delicious, and I was impressed with the ambiance. Breakfast there was a great way to start my day!” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable

“The room I stayed in was surprisingly spacious, which enhanced my overall experience. While some friends commented on their smaller rooms, mine had a charming layout, made it feel cute.” view full review

Quirky yet Functional Bathrooms

“I loved the unique character of my bathroom. While it had some quirks due to the hotel's historic nature, it was still very functional for my needs, which added to the overall charm of my stay.” view full review

Convenient Parking Garage

“The hotel offered a well-managed parking garage, super convenient for getting in and out without any hassle. For $20 a day, it was a small price to pay for the peace of mind and ease it provided.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Car park
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

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

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

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

City landmarks

Market

Charleston City Market

1.1 km

Landmark

Aiken-Rhett House

870 m

Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

1.0 km

Market

Historic Charleston City Market

950 m

Museum

Old Slave Mart Museum

1.5 km

Landmark

Nathaniel Russell House

1.6 km

Square

Rainbow Row

1.8 km

Landmark

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

1.2 km

Museum

Confederate Museum

850 m

Landmark

Morris Island Lighthouse

890 m

Church

Saint Philip Protestant Episcopal Church

1.0 km

Museum

The Calhoun Mansion

1.9 km

Park

White Point Garden

2.1 km

Synagogue

Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

640 m

Museum

Patriots Point

2.9 km

Landmark

One Of A Kind

1.1 km

Park

Washington Square

1.3 km

Museum

Edmondston-Alston House

2.1 km

Fountain

Pineapple Fountain

1.7 km

Museum

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

1.7 km

Nearby

Park

Marion Square

110 m

Museum

The Charleston Museum

550 m

Museum

Children's Museum of the Lowcountry

450 m

University

College of Charleston

440 m

342 Meeting St

Wragg Square

470 m

Church

St. Matthew's German Evangelical Lutheran Church

110 m

Church

Bethel Methodist Church

510 m

Gallery

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art

130 m

Museum

Joseph Manigault House

480 m

Church

Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church

350 m

Restaurants

Swamp Fox Restaurant

10 m

387 King St

Starbucks

70 m

168 Calhoun St

Spring Roll Asian Cuisine

70 m

375 King St

Carolina Ale House

120 m

145 Calhoun St Suite 200

La Hacienda Grill

140 m

354 King St

Pink Bellies

200 m

595 King St Suite 1

Mama Kim's

150 m

349 King St

Mynt

190 m

135 Calhoun Street

La Patisserie

560 m

404 King St Hotel Bennett

Coast Bar and Grill

550 m

39 John St Suite D

Co Banh Mi Noodles Bar

180 m

340 King St

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Francis Marion Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Charleston

About the Hotel

Historic Accommodations

Swamp Fox Dining

Recreation & Relaxation

Downtown Charleston Location

Comprehensive Hotel Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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