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title: Francis Marion Hotel
slug: francis-marion-hotel-charleston
type: hotel
sub_type: hotels
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/francis-marion-hotel-charleston
city: Charleston
state: SC
country: US
address: 387 King Street
geo:
  lat: 32.78593
  lng: -79.93668
cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:22:11.418Z
price_from:
  amount: 353
  currency: USD
  unit: per_night
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 2178
  scale: 5
room_rates:
  - name: Traditional View Two Double Beds, Non-Smoking
    price: 273.72
    regular_price: 359
    savings: 85.28
  - name: Queen Room with Sea View, Non-Smoking
    price: 281.35
    regular_price: 369
    savings: 87.65
  - name: Deluxe King, Non-Smoking
    price: 319.48
    regular_price: 429
    savings: 109.52
---
## Overview

The Francis Marion Hotel blends historic charm with modern comforts in the heart of downtown Charleston, SC. Enjoy luxurious and pet-friendly accommodations, a full-service spa, and Southern dining, all steps from King Street’s vibrant attractions. Home to Swamp Fox Restaurant.

## What's Included
- Luxurious accommodations with up to 4 people per room
- Access to full-service spa offering massages, facials, and body treatments
- Use of fitness center and business center
- Free WiFi access throughout the property
- Onsite Starbucks café
- Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar serving Lowcountry cuisine
- Valet and self-parking options (fees apply)
- Meeting and event spaces for weddings and business

## What's Not Included
- Parking fees: self-parking up to $24 per day or valet parking $40 plus tax per night
- Pet fees: $50 per night for dogs 30 lbs. or less, $100 per night for dogs 31 lbs. or more

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## Room Rates

- **Traditional View Two Double Beds, Non-Smoking** — $273.72/night (regularly $359.00/night, save $85.28)
- **Queen Room with Sea View, Non-Smoking** — $281.35/night (regularly $369.00/night, save $87.65)
- **Deluxe King, Non-Smoking** — $319.48/night (regularly $429.00/night, save $109.52)

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## Good to Know
* The minimum check-in age is 21.
* Pet-friendly rooms are subject to availability and fees; only one dog per room allowed, not to be left unattended.
* Hotel opened in 1924 and is a restored National Trust Historic Hotel of America.
* Located on King Street across from Marion Square, walking distance to attractions like Charleston City Market, Rainbow Row, The Battery, and Waterfront Park.
* Parking fees and pet fees are subject to change without prior notice; applicable taxes apply.
* Hotel is 100% smoke-free.
* Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM, check-out is until 12:00 PM.
* The hotel does not have a pool but guests can access nearby pools like MLK Jr. Pool and W.L. Stephens Aquatic Center.
* Accessible features include assistive listening devices, Braille signage, elevator, wheelchair-accessible parking and path of travel.

## Cancellation Policy
No specific cancellation policy is listed on the source page.

## FAQs

### Is the hotel pet-friendly?
The hotel allows only one dog per room, which must not be left unattended; a non-refundable pet fee of $50 per night applies for dogs 30 lbs. or less and $100 per night for dogs 31 lbs. or more, and management reserves the right to remove any dog displaying dangerous behavior or if policies are violated, with additional fees applied for noise complaints, damages, or related guest compensation. Please notify the hotel directly prior to your arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited.

### What time is check in and check out?
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

### Can I reserve a smoking room?
No, the hotel is 100% smoke-free.

### Does the hotel have WiFi access?
Yes, free WiFi access is available at the property.

### Does the hotel serve a complimentary breakfast?
No, but guests can enjoy breakfast at the onsite Swamp Fox Restaurant or grab coffee from the in-house Starbucks.

### Does the hotel have a pool?
The hotel does not have an onsite pool, but guests can access nearby year-round pools such as the outdoor MLK Jr. Pool with a dome at 155 Jackson Street and the indoor W.L. Stephens Aquatic Center at 780 W. Oak Forest Drive.

### Is parking available?
Overnight guests at the Francis Marion Hotel can choose between self-parking at the adjacent city garage for up to $24 per day (subject to availability) or valet parking for $40 plus tax per night, which includes unlimited in-and-out access and service until 11:59 PM on the day of departure. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes.

### What is the minimum age to check in?
The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

### What are the attractions nearby?
The Francis Marion Hotel is centrally located in downtown Charleston, just a short walk from top attractions like the Charleston City Market (0.6 mile), College of Charleston (0.1 mile), Rainbow Row (1.4 miles), The Battery (1.4 miles), Waterfront Park (1.3 miles), and the South Carolina Aquarium (0.7 miles).

### What accessible features does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers assistive listening devices, Braille and raised signage, an elevator, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible path of travel. Please contact the hotel for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements.