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Activities

Concierge-arranged tours, harbor ferries, plantation visits and walking tours.

Historic Days, Lowcountry Nights

Step from King Street into a Charleston stay shaped by wellness, live music, historic walks, museums, harbor outings and easy downtown discoveries. Enjoy on-property comforts such as the 24/7 fitness center, daily spa appointments and select-night piano music, then let concierge and ticket assistance help you plan the city’s markets, mansions, beaches, gardens and waterways.

At the hotel

Included with your stay

Included with your stay: complimentary Wi‑Fi in guest rooms and public areas, 24/7 fitness center access, luggage storage, and concierge services.

Stationary bike and treadmills in the exercise room at The Francis Marion HotelIncluded

Treadmill Running

Log a morning jog or late-night cardio session in the 24/7 fitness center, which includes treadmills for guest workouts.

Lounge area in the lobby with antique cabinet and seating at The Francis Marion HotelIncluded

Historic Lobby Reading

Pick up a free newspaper in the lobby and settle into the hotel’s historic setting, a Charleston landmark dating from 1924.

Experiences

More to do

Available for an additional fee: valet parking, spa treatments, breakfast at the Swamp Fox, and private event or ballroom rentals.

Hotel fitness center with treadmills, ellipticals and free weights at The Francis Marion Hotel

Peloton Cycling

Keep your routine moving in the hotel’s fitness center, equipped with two Peloton bikes for a focused ride any time of day or night.

Close view of ellipticals and treadmills in the hotel's workout room at The Francis Marion Hotel

Elliptical Training

Choose a low-impact cardio workout on the fitness center’s ellipticals, available to hotel guests around the clock.

Dumbbell Strength Training — The Francis Marion Hotel

Dumbbell Strength Training

Build a strength session with dumbbells up to 50 pounds, plus weight-training equipment in the guest fitness center.

Bowl of cream and spa jars on tiled counter in spa area at The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Custom Massage Therapy

Reserve a personalized massage at The Spa of Charleston, the boutique spa located inside the hotel and open daily.

Therapist applying a cream with a brush during a spa treatment at The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Couples Massage Lesson

Book the spa’s couples massage lesson experience for a hands-on wellness activity designed for two guests.

Hot Stone Massage — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Hot Stone Massage

Unwind with a hot stone massage in one of the spa’s treatment rooms; advance reservations are required for spa services.

Spa retail display with skincare bottles and diffusers at The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Lowcountry Body Treatment

Try the signature Muddy in the Marsh treatment, a Lowcountry-inspired spa experience offered by The Spa of Charleston.

French Quarter Facial — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

French Quarter Facial

Refresh with a facial service at the on-site spa, including menu options such as the French Quarter Facial with Peel.

Aromatherapy Body Wrap — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Aromatherapy Body Wrap

Book an aromatherapy, body scrub or body wrap treatment at the hotel’s boutique spa for a restorative break between city outings.

Empty dance floor and stage set up with instruments in a ballroom at The Francis Marion Hotel

Live Piano Evenings

Enjoy live piano music in the hotel lounge Tuesday through Sunday evenings, scheduled from 6 PM to 9 PM.

Marion Square Stroll — The Francis Marion Hotel

Marion Square Stroll

Step across King Street to Marion Square for an easy downtown walk from the hotel’s corner location at King and Calhoun.

Concierge Trip Planning — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Concierge Trip Planning

Use the hotel’s concierge services and tours/ticket assistance to plan Charleston museums, harbor tours, gardens and beach days.

City Market Browsing — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

City Market Browsing

Browse Charleston City Market’s open-air stalls for local crafts and food, about 0.6 miles from the hotel.

College Campus Stroll — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

College Campus Stroll

Walk the historic College of Charleston grounds, located about 0.1 miles from the hotel in the heart of downtown.

Charleston Museum Tour — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Charleston Museum Tour

Visit the Charleston Museum, America’s first museum, located about 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Gibbes Art Visit — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Gibbes Art Visit

Explore the Gibbes Museum of Art, focused on Charleston and the South, about 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Battery Promenade Stroll — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Battery Promenade Stroll

Walk The Battery, a waterfront promenade lined with antebellum mansions, about 1.4 miles from the hotel.

Harbor Boat Tour — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Harbor Boat Tour

Board a guided Charleston Harbor cruise from the Aquarium dock, which guests can reach using the free downtown DASH trolley.

Aquarium Marine Visit — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Aquarium Marine Visit

See marine life exhibits at the South Carolina Aquarium, a short downtown trip from the hotel’s historic district location.

Boone Hall Tour — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Boone Hall Tour

Tour Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant, founded in the 17th century and known for its Avenue of Oaks.

Magnolia Gardens Walk — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Magnolia Gardens Walk

Explore Magnolia Plantation and Gardens along Ashley River Road, known for its historic gardens about 12–13 miles from downtown.

Folly Beach Surfing — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Folly Beach Surfing

Head to Folly Beach for surfing and a walkable main street at the closest ocean beach area to downtown Charleston.

Wild Dunes Golf — The Francis Marion HotelAdditional fee

Wild Dunes Golf

Play a round at Wild Dunes Resort on Isle of Palms, a golf destination with courses attracting players of all levels.

Frequently asked questions

Activities FAQs

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What activities and entertainment are available at The Francis Marion Hotel?

The Francis Marion Hotel offers a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and concierge and tours/ticket assistance for exploring downtown Charleston. The hotel's historic downtown Charleston location across from Marion Square also puts guests within walking distance of museums, historic house tours, and the Charleston City Market.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a fitness center?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel features a fitness center accessible to all guests, open 24 hours a day, making it easy to keep up a workout routine before or after a day of sightseeing in Charleston.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel have a swimming pool?

The Francis Marion Hotel does not have an on-site swimming pool. Guests looking to cool off can instead plan a beach day at spots like Folly Beach, Sullivan's Island, or Isle of Palms, each reachable from the hotel's downtown Charleston location.

What spa services are offered at The Francis Marion Hotel?

The Francis Marion Hotel is home to a full-service spa with dedicated treatment rooms, offering guests a relaxing retreat after a day of exploring Charleston's historic district. Spa reservations are recommended in advance to secure preferred treatment times.

Can The Francis Marion Hotel help arrange tours and excursions?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel provides concierge services and tours/ticket assistance to help guests plan excursions, including a ferry to Fort Sumter National Monument departing from the Liberty Square dock downtown, plantation tours such as Boone Hall, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, and Middleton Place, and a harbor boat tour reachable via the free downtown trolley.

What historic attractions are near The Francis Marion Hotel?

The Francis Marion Hotel's downtown Charleston address puts guests within walking distance of the Charleston Museum, the Aiken-Rhett House Museum, the Gibbes Museum of Art, the College of Charleston campus, and the Old Slave Mart Museum, all located in the hotel's historic neighborhood near Marion Square.

Can guests visit area beaches from The Francis Marion Hotel?

Guests staying at The Francis Marion Hotel can plan beach outings to Folly Beach, known for surfing and a walkable main street, the quiet shoreline of Sullivan's Island, or the family-friendly Isle of Palms with its many public beach access points.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel offer golf for guests?

The Francis Marion Hotel does not have an on-site golf course, but guests can arrange golf outings at courses on Isle of Palms, a popular golf destination for players of all levels, not far from the hotel's downtown Charleston location.

Is The Francis Marion Hotel suitable for families?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel is a family-friendly property with no adults-only towers or sections, welcoming travelers of all ages to enjoy its historic downtown Charleston setting, on-site spa, and fitness facilities.

Does The Francis Marion Hotel host weddings and events?

Yes, The Francis Marion Hotel features multiple ballrooms and banquet space along with dedicated wedding services, offering historic Charleston charm for ceremonies, receptions, and other special events.

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