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Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic DistrictvsFrancis Marion Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Francis Marion Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Hampton Inn Charleston - Historic District. Francis Marion Hotel is ranked #10 in Charleston with approval from 7 publications like Frommer's, Oyster and Star Service.
Hampton Inn Charleston-Historic District
Oyster
Star Service
Fodor's
345 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
From $93/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
- Fitness Center
OysterBudget
"The 170 rooms of this former 19th-century railroad warehouse aren't ultra luxurious, but they're quaint, clean, and comfortable. ... Located on the edge of the Historic Downtown." Full review
Star Service "Amenities include HBO, alarm clocks, task lighting, desks, phones with voice mail, and compact closets with safes, irons, ironing boards and extra bedding." Full review
Fodor's "Hardwood floors, a fireplace, and cozy new furnishings in the lobby of what was once an 1800s warehouse help elevate this chain hotel a bit above the rest." Full review
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
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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"
