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Courtyard by Marriott Charleston WaterfrontvsFrancis Marion Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Francis Marion Hotel scores significantly better than Courtyard Charleston Waterfront. Francis Marion Hotel is ranked #10 in Charleston with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Oyster, Star Service and Travel + Leisure.
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Waterfront
Oyster
Star Service
Fodor's
35 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterMid-Range
"The 179-room Courtyard Charleston Waterfront is located on the Ashley Marina, right off the highway and next to the Medical University of South Carolina." Full review
Star Service "Unlike its sibling parked off Marion Square, this place provides wonderful water vistas from its best rooms, and the marina-front terrace is blessed with cool evening breezes. " Full review
Fodor's "Inside, you’ll find friendly service, basic rooms, and light fare, while out back you can soak up sunshine and salty breezes on the riverfront pool deck." Full review
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If water views are important to you, be sure and read the fine print when making your reservation.
Francis Marion Hotel Fodor's
Frommer's Oyster Star Service
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Independent
387 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
From $119/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "Wrought-iron railings, crown moldings, and decorative plasterwork speak of the elegance of 1924, when the Francis Marion was the largest hotel in the Carolinas." Full review
i
For the best view and quiet factor, go for the rooms that face King Street and are as close to the top floor as you can get.
Frommer's "A $14-million award-winning restoration has returned this historic hotel to its original elegance." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Still considered one of Charleston's grand dames, the historic Francis Marion Hotel has lost some of its luster." Full review
Star Service "At Marion Square, the Francis Marion is diagonally across the park from Embassy Suites and close to restaurants and shopping but a long walk north of the historic and market districts." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Location, location, location is the main draw of this historic hotel, set just across the street from Marion Square, home to the Charleston Farmers Market." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The grand dame of historic Charleston hotels, the Francis Marion is a throwback to days when travellers expected no-frills elegance." Full review
Jetsetter "An elegant, historic hotel in the heart of Charleston with a luxurious spa and fabulous onsite dining." Full review
Independent "The marble floors and crystal chandelier of the spacious lobby match the style levels of any of its peers...the rooms are unfussy and have a classic, traditional feel"
