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Amenities

Francis Marion Hotel has been at the heart of Charleston's social, business, and community life since it opened in 1924. Generations of Charlestonians have marked the important milestones in their lives in this historic Charleston wedding venue in downtown Charleston. The Francis Marion Hotel ballrooms, with their 24-foot ceilings and antique crystal chandeliers, will create an elegant backdrop for any event. In addition to two grand ballrooms, the Francis Marion offers a 4,500-sq.-ft. conference center, the Carolina Room, and eight smaller meeting rooms. All rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet connections and the latest audiovisual equipment.

Hotel Amenities

  • Starbucks® coffee shop

  • Laundry service

  • Dry cleaning service

  • Valet parking

  • Rejuvenating spa

  • Custom menus

  • Award winning Executive Chef

  • Built in central registration booth

  • Safety deposit boxes at front desk

  • Natural light in most meeting rooms

  • Complimentary 24-hour access fitness center

  • Self-parking with discounted daily maximum fee

  • Soda vending machine & ice machine on each floor

  • Wired & wireless high speed Internet access available

  • Off-premise catering available at several local venues

  • Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar- breakfast, lunch & dinner

  • Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet in the lobby

  • Onsite audio visual company with award winning technicians.

  • Participate in South Carolina’s Fresh on the Menu program & the Sustainable Seafood Initiative

  • Green Hotel, using sustainable & energy conservation practices

    Complimentary business center with printing

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WEDDINGS

Fall into the tradition of elegance and grandeur of the most elegant historic ballrooms in Charleston. Features like antique chandeliers, 20-foot-high ceilings, monumental windows and marble-accented fireplaces create an ideal backdrop for a fairytale wedding. In addition to the stunning ballrooms, the Francis Marion Hotel has modern conveniences located right on the premises. For rejuvenation and relaxation, get pampered at Spa Adagio, one of the best spas in Charleston. The Swamp Fox Restaurant features low-country favorites and daily specials for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as private dining options for rehearsal dinners or bridal showers. The restaurant also offers full catering service for a post-ceremony meal. From start to finish, the hotel’s professional wedding coordinators pay close attention to ensure every detail is executed perfectly.

Capacity Chart

SQ.FT

Total Event Space

19,000

Carolina Ballroom

4,500

Colonial Ballroom

3,600

Gold Ballroom

3,000

Total Meeting Rooms

8

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