Hotel & Travel
Stay in the Heart of Historic Charleston
Host Hotel
The Francis Marion Hotel
Historic Hotels of America Member Since 1999
Built in 1924 in the heart of Charleston's Historic District overlooking Marion Square, the Francis Marion is a Beaux-Arts landmark added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. Its 235 guest rooms and grand ballrooms have made it a premier gathering place in Charleston for a century.
387 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Special room rate available for South Carolina Wellness Weekend guests. Contact the hotel directly and reference the event to book at the discounted rate.
Book Your RoomWhy Charleston?
A perfect wellness backdrop
Historic, walkable downtown
World-class dining, boutiques & attractions
Southern hospitality at its finest
Easy access to the venue
The perfect backdrop for wellness and community
Inside the Francis Marion
The Event Space
South Carolina Wellness Weekend takes place across the Francis Marion's historic ballrooms — from the VIP Opening Night Party to speaker sessions and classes throughout the weekend.
Carolina Ballroom & Mezzanine
The hotel's largest and most flexible event space, added in 2004, blending historical charm with a modern feel. This is where the VIP Opening Night Party will take place.
Up to 350 seated · 500 reception style
Colonial Ballroom
The hotel's original dining room just off the grand lobby, featuring eight expansive Palladian windows overlooking Marion Square and a striking fireplace.
200 seated · 250 reception style
Gold Ballroom
Adorned with handcrafted trim, hardwood floors, and crystal chandeliers, with an orchestra balcony overlooking the room — home to several of the weekend's speaker sessions.
130 seated · 200 reception style
Getting Around
Explore Historic Charleston
The Francis Marion sits directly on Marion Square in the middle of Charleston's walkable Historic District — steps from King Street shopping, award-winning restaurants, horse-drawn carriage tours, and the Charleston waterfront. Plan to arrive a day early or stay a day later to explore everything the city has to offer.
