The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf ResortvsFrancis Marion Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Francis Marion Hotel ranks significantly better than The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Francis Marion Hotel scores 83 with positive reviews from 7 sources such as The Telegraph, Jetsetter and Star Service.
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
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1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC 29455
From $585/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler95.8
"“The service is spectacular, and everything is thoughtfully provided. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you must encounter.”" Full review
Star Service "The centerpiece of Kiawah Resort, this luxury haven draws fans from near and far." Full review
Gayot "This beachside hotel is a modern take on a grand 1850's seaside home that happens to be surrounded by ten miles of unspoiled beach, five championship golf courses and two highly-rated tennis centers."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"A grand Five-Star resort, is the place to stay on Kiawah Island, thanks to its spectacular beachfront setting, fine dining and first-class spa." Full review
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Rooms (be sure to ask for an ocean view) have a breezy traditional feel
Travel + Leisure "The grand oceanfront hotel and spa where a new guest perk is use of a Mercedes Benz for an afternoon." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers 255 balconied rooms, with many overlooking the beach"
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Condé Nast Traveler "Which brings us to The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the undeniable hospitality darling of the island (and 2023 Gold List winner). This 250-room oasis offers a beautiful..."
"The Junior Naturalists program at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in the South Carolina Lowcountry celebrates the very unique environmental features surrounding the hotel, which include salt..."
Condé Nast Traveler "If the dream of a Southern seaside resort is your style, there is nothing that fits the bill more than The Sanctuary at Kiawah, with its own private beach, multiple award-winning golf..."
10Best Winner
"The Spa at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a five star sanctuary offering both single service and full day treatments. Their signature massage uses heated grain-filled..." Full review
Francis Marion Hotel
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Oyster Star Service Travel + Leisure
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U.S. News & World Report
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"
U.S. News & World Report24.0
"Recent guests praised the Francis Marion Hotel's Southern hospitality and Old World ambiance, citing its period-inspired details (think: crystal chandeliers and traditional furnishings)..." Full review
