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Francis Marion HotelvsJames Island County Park Campground & Cottages
Both properties are endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, Francis Marion Hotel ranks significantly better than James Island County Park Campground & Cottages. Francis Marion Hotel comes in at #11 in Charleston with endorsements from 5 reviewers including Frommer's, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
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"
James Island County Park Campground & Cottages Frommer's
Lonely Planet
871 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundy Room
- Family Friendly
- Fishing
Frommer's "This county-managed campground is just 5 miles beyond Downtown Charleston, and is incredibly popular all year round." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A great budget option, this 643-acre park southwest of downtown has meadows, a marsh and a dog park." Full review
