Francis Marion Hotel

The Francis Marion Hotel is a historic hotel in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, overlooking Marion Square. It opened in 1924 and is named for Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion. The hotel features 235 guest rooms and suites, and includes on-site amenities such as The Spa of Charleston, the Swamp Fox Restaurant and Bar, and Starbucks.

The Francis Marion Hotel opened in 1924, commissioned by local investors and designed by New York architect W.L. Stoddard. It was built at a cost of $1.5 million and was the largest and most luxurious hotel in the Carolinas. The hotel is named for Revolutionary War hero General Francis Marion, known as the 'Swamp Fox'. It has been restored over the years and continues to operate.

1. 1Welcome to the Francis Marion Hotel, in historic downtown Charleston, SCfrancismarionhotel.com
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