




Traditional Room, Harbor View
- 248 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen bed or 2 Double Beds
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The Francis Marion Suite offers 590 sq. ft. of light-filled living space with views toward Marion Square in historic downtown Charleston. Thoughtfully furnished for both short stays and family visits, the suite balances classic hotel comfort with room to spread out, making it easy to relax after exploring the nearby museums, shops and parks.
The one-bedroom suite sleeps up to 4 guests and is available with 1 King Bed or 1 Double Sofa Bed, a pillowtop mattress and premium bedding for a restful night. A private bathroom features a shower/tub combination, complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer; towels are changed on request. Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, free rollaway/extra bed availability and a complimentary crib make the layout flexible for families or groups.
Designed for convenience, the suite includes complimentary WiFi, a flat-screen TV with cable and premium channels, a coffee/tea maker and complimentary bottled water, with a refrigerator available on request. A work desk, laptop-compatible safe, phone, iron and ironing board, wardrobe or closet and a comfortable sitting area round out the in-room comforts. Limited-hours room service is available, and guests also have access to on-site dining, the boutique spa and fitness centre during their stay at The Francis Marion Hotel.



















The suite has views toward Marion Square in the historic district. The Francis Marion Hotel sits at 387 King Street, directly across from the square at the corner of King and Calhoun Streets.
The one-bedroom Francis Marion Suite offers 1 King Bed or 1 Double Sofa Bed and sleeps up to 4 guests. The beds have pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. A rollaway/extra bed is available free of charge and a crib is complimentary, which adds flexibility for larger parties.
At 590 sq. ft. it is a one-bedroom suite with a sitting area, a desk and a wardrobe or closet. That makes it noticeably roomier than a standard hotel room for a family or a longer stay.
The suite has a private bathroom with a shower/bathtub combination, complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. Towels are changed on request.
Yes. The Francis Marion Hotel is marketed as family-friendly, and this suite offers a free crib, a free rollaway bed, a sitting area and a refrigerator on request. Marion Square and the College of Charleston are about 0.1 miles away, and the Charleston Museum is about 0.3 miles.
The suite has a desk, free Wi-Fi, a laptop-compatible safe, a phone, and an iron and ironing board. There is also a coffee/tea maker and complimentary bottled water. The hotel's front desk is open 24 hours, and the fitness center is open 24/7 with Peloton bikes, treadmills, ellipticals and dumbbells.
The ground-floor Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar serves Southern Lowcountry dishes such as shrimp and grits, with views over Marion Square. Breakfast is 7–11 AM and lunch is 11:30 AM–3 PM daily. Dinner is served Tuesday–Saturday, and the lounge has live piano Tuesday through Sunday evenings. The suite also has room service in limited hours, and there is a Starbucks on site.
There is no on-site pool or hot tub. The MUSC Wellness Center, about two miles away, sells adult day passes for $20. The hotel does have The Spa of Charleston and a fitness center. Valet parking is $40 plus tax per night with in-and-out privileges and a 7-foot height limit. The adjacent city garage costs $1.00 per 20 minutes, with a $24 daily maximum.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at noon. Early check-in is subject to availability, and luggage storage is complimentary. The hotel is smoke-free. Dogs are welcome in designated rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, one per room, at $50 a night under 30 lbs and $100 a night for 30 lbs or more. Call the hotel ahead if you are arriving the same day.
Charleston International Airport (CHS) is about 12 miles away, typically a 20–25 minute drive. A taxi takes about 15 minutes and costs roughly $55–$70. CARTA bus Line 11 is the budget option at around $2, but the journey takes close to an hour. Once you are downtown, the free DASH trolley links the main sights.
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