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FRANCIS MARION HOTEL

(5.0 Score)
387 King Street,
Charleston, SC 29403 Directions

Since 1924

Specialty:

✓Suites ✓Family Rooms ✓Air Conditioning ✓Housekeeping ✓Safe ✓Flat Screen TV ✓Bath ✓Complimentary Toiletries ✓Telephone ✓VIP Room Facilities ✓Iron ✓Wake-Up Service ✓Coffee Shop ✓Restaurant ✓Breakfast in the Room ✓Kids' Meals ✓Vending Machine ✓Banquet Room ✓Meeting Rooms ✓Baggage Storage ✓Concierge ✓Non-Smoking Hotel ✓Doorperson ✓24-Hour Front Desk ✓Dry Cleaning ✓Laundry Service ✓Fitness Center with Gym ✓Lounge ✓Taxi Service

" Francis Marion Hotel is located across from Marion Square. It's a 15-minute walk from the South Carolina Aquarium and the historic City Market. The hotel is also located near the King Street shopping district. Flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and coffeemakers are provided in the traditionally decorated rooms. Suites provide separate living areas; some include harbor views and/or kitchens. Breakfast (for a fee) is served in-room or in a Southern-style restaurant/bar with live jazz music on a regular basis. A spa, an exercise room, and a Starbucks coffee shop are also available. There are 18000 square feet of meeting space available, including two ballrooms.

2026 Highlights: They received official proclamations from Historic Hotels and the City of Charleston declaring February 7 as Francis Marion Hotel 100th Anniversary Recognition Day."

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DMI Hotel Partner of the Year in 2026
Golden Pineapple Award - Centennial Recognition

Price:

Traditional Queen With View $269
Traditional 2 Doubles With View $259
Deluxe King $279

Discount:

$75 Off on Meals Each Day

Contact:

(843) 722-0600 (877) 756-2121

Check-In: 4pm
Check-Out: 12pm

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MILLS HOUSE CHARLESTON, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON

(4.9 Score)
115 Meeting Street,
Charleston, SC 29401 Directions

Since 1853

Specialty:

✓Non-Smoking Rooms ✓Suites ✓Family Rooms ✓Blackout Curtains ✓Air Conditioning ✓Desk ✓Housekeeping ✓Private Balcony ✓Coffee Maker ✓Cable ✓Shower ✓Seating Area ✓Telephone ✓Wardrobe ✓Iron ✓Laptop Safe ✓Private Bathrooms ✓Conference Facilities ✓Banquet Room ✓Baggage Storage ✓Concierge ✓Outdoor Furniture ✓Sun Deck ✓ATM on Site ✓Doorperson ✓First Aid Kit ✓Umbrella ✓24-Hour Front Desk ✓Express Check-In/Check-Out ✓Laundry Service ✓Ironing Service ✓Fitness Center with Gym ✓Children's Television Networks ✓Highchairs Available ✓Alarm Clock ✓Flat Screen TV ✓On-Demand Movies ✓Radio ✓Complimentary Toiletries and Hair Dryer ✓Digital Key ✓Crib Services

“Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton features free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and desks, with some offering pool or city views and private balconies. Suites include sitting areas as well as wet bars. The amenities include a fine dining restaurant, lounge, outdoor pool, sundeck, and fitness center. For added convenience, room service is available. Breakfast is available at a cost. There's also a business center, a courtyard with a fountain, and 5,000 sq ft of event space. This upscale 1853 downtown hotel is a 4-minute walk from the shops and restaurants at City Market, 1.5 miles from South Carolina Aquarium, and 6.3 miles from Patriots Park.”

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Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
Top 25 Historic Hotels of America

Price:

2 Queen Beds $435
2 Queen Beds Balcony $504
2 Queens Sundeck $504
1 King Deluxe Hearing Accessible City View $513
1 King Deluxe Mobility Accessible Tub City View $530

Discount:

10% Off for AARP Members

6% Off for Seniors

17% Off on Advance Purchase View Coupon

Contact:

(843) 577-2400

Check-In: 4pm
Check-Out: 11am

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BEST WESTERN CHARLESTON INN

(4.9 Score)
1540 Savannah Highway,
Charleston, SC 29407 Directions

Since 1982

Specialty:

✓Blackout Curtains ✓Air Conditioning ✓Desk ✓Interconnected Rooms Available ✓Safe ✓Tea Maker ✓Satellite TV ✓Shower ✓Telephone ✓Wardrobe ✓Clothes Rack ✓Iron ✓Laptop Safe ✓Private Bathrooms ✓Family Rooms ✓Breakfast Buffet ✓Vending Machine ✓Photocopier ✓Outdoor Furniture ✓Sun Terrace ✓ATM on Site ✓First Aid Kit ✓24-Hour Front Desk ✓Express Check-In/Check-Out ✓Clothes Dryer ✓Self-Serve Laundry ✓Washing Machine ✓Kids Stay Free ✓Children's Television Networks ✓Alarm Clock ✓Microwave ✓Refrigerator ✓Flatscreen TV ✓Radio ✓Complimentary Toiletries ✓Hair Dryer

“Best Western Charleston Inn is located off Highway 17. It's 3 miles from Charles Towne Landing, 5 miles from the Historic Charleston City Market, and 6 miles from the antique shops on King Street. The hotel provides all the amenities and features you desire for a comfortable stay. Relax in well-appointed rooms with thoughtful amenities, including refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs with premium cable. Whether you plan to stay for a day or a week, their reasonably priced hotel ensures convenient access to Charleston's finest offerings. Amenities include a complimentary continental breakfast and parking, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The hotel is a smart choice for romantic getaways, family vacations, or business retreats.”

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Price:

1 King Bed $108.54
Pool View | 1 King Bed $108.54
Pool View | 2 Queen Beds $108.54

Discount:

15%-30% Off for Early Booking

$200 Off for Redeeming Using Pay with Points

Contact:

(843) 571-6100 (800) 780-7234

Check-In: 3pm
Check-Out: 12pm

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FRANCIS MARION HOTEL REVIEWS

We absolutely loved our stay this past weekend. The texting feature before check-in was very convenient as they asked the time of arrival to assure our room was ready - which it was. Staff was very friendly! The rooms are very nice. Bathroom is small, but considering this hotel was built in the early 1900s, I appreciate the fact they’re preserving the history of this place. Beds were super comfy and the room was very clean. Location was perfect as well. Highly recommend.

Everything was wonderful! We had the opportunity to stay in the presidential suite and it was phenomenal! Views, beds, towels, toiletries, everything was top of the line and so pretty to look at. The staff were so helpful and prompt and we felt so pampered and taken care of. It was so nice to stay in such a historic hotel and it was so convenient to anywhere we wanted to go! Will absolutely be coming back again.

Great Hotel, should have free continental breakfast for the price. Very expensive on site parking! Very friendly staff...clean and love the fresh fruit infused water in lobby. On room coffee is awful. Starbucks is in the lobby, forcing you to go there...we chose coffee down the street, loads of options.

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MILLS HOUSE CHARLESTON, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON REVIEWS

Other than requesting a room change and was told by someone in management it would make their life hard ( I am fine it the room could not be changed, the reason why was not customer centric in my opinion), and asking for a small table for our balcony room, and was told no, although other balcony rooms had tables, we had a great stay. Aldean was so nice at the hotel pool, and Mark at the pool bar, were engaging, helpful and friendly. Definitely their service was top notch.

Mills House was a really nice, smaller Hilton hotel. The room was small (but we expected that) but very clean and well appointed. The hotel is older but the accommodations are all updated. The location can't be beat. You can walk to everything in historic downtown ... many great restaurants and shopping within walking distance. Pool area and outdoor seating with fireplace were really nice, too. We had a great stay at Mills House and would highly recommend.

The location and charm of the Mills House speak for itself. The true hidden gem is the staff; they are fantastic. From the front desk to the Black Door cafe to the meetings/events team, our experience was wonderful. We had colleagues in from all over the country and they left town loving Charleston just a little bit more than when they arrived. Thank you.

BEST WESTERN CHARLESTON INN REVIEWS

We had to get a room very late at night in a semi urgent situation. I experienced the best customer service I have encountered in a long time. Sammy (night manager), thank you so much again. You have no idea how much you helped with your professional, calm, and caring demeanor. Excellent customer service again at check out with Tirzah. The room was comfortable, clean and quiet, with no odor even though it was a pet friendly room. The only issue is the room was a little dim. If ever in the area again, I would definitely stay here.

This place had the cheapest rates I found for the area so we didnt expect much. It turned out to be a great place to stay with our pup. Basic room, AC could've been better but everything else was perfect. Great breakfast choices. Easy/convenient areas to take pup to the bathroom. I will stay here again.

This spotless and beautiful motel is where I always stay in Charleston. Breakfast is very good and the staff is fantastic. The lush plantings are remarkable. I highly recommend this place.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

FRANCIS MARION HOTEL Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Copyright & License: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Pricing: 10
Review Analysis: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 13.8K: 10
Video: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MILLS HOUSE CHARLESTON, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Copyright & License: 9
Social Media: 9
Achievements: 10
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 7.6K: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BEST WESTERN CHARLESTON INN Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Copyright & License: 9
Page Maintenance: 9
Social Media: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Review Analysis: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 6.0K: 10
Website Standard: 10