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Emeline

4.0 star property
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
$300
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

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181 Church St, Charleston, SC, 29401-3122
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Artist's) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Artist's)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Multiple Beds, Mobility Accessible (Socialite, Two King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 357 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Atelier)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Property amenity

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collector's)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Property amenity

Premier Room, Multiple Beds (Socialite, Two King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 357 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Property amenity

Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Collector's)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Socialite, Two King)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Property amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed (Travelers, One King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collective)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Emeline

4-star hotel in Charleston Historic District
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, valet parking, and conference space.
Emeline offers 212 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Charleston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary newspapers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 3354 square feet (312 square meters) include conference space. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness center, a library, and multilingual staff. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Onsite parking is available (surcharge). A total renovation of this property was completed in April 2020.

Emeline is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Clerks Coffee Company - This coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
Frannie and The Fox - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Emeline is listed in the 2021 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 15 to 55 for adults and USD 15 to 55 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clerks Coffee Company
  • Frannie and The Fox

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,354 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1852
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - April 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.45 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 75 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.90 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 55 for adults, and USD 15 to 55 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.45 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Emeline Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1269 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1670 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1670 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was clean, inviting, convenient and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No words can describe how beautiful and perfect this place is. 10 out of 10 in every category. Service 10 out of 10 . All categories
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Richmond

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeza, New York

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful boutique hotel! The City Market is just steps away! We walked to great restaurants and to the horse stables for our carriage ride. Everything is so close! After a day of sightseeing, we would enjoy a nightcap in the lovely courtyard!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our third day in Charleston and our favorite hotel of the three. All three were similar price, but the Emeline was substantially more updated, more comfortable, and definitely had a more modern vibe. The coffee shop was hugely popular. The restaurant was steady with a diverse crowd. So easy to get to all the restaurants and museums.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hrach

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!!

Wonderful! Emeline is a beautiful gem of a hotel in what is otherwise a very busy part of Charleston. It feels incredibly boutique-y despite the location. Beautiful decor and top notch service. I asked for a little “something special” for my husband’s birthday and they had champagne and chocolates in the room. Overall, such a great vibe and the people are tremendous!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful Rooms very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
According to Google and the hefty price , this is a luxury boutique hotel. It is most definitely not. I have stayed in many “boutique” hotels, and while one expects small rooms, the room at this hotel was extremely small, not even having a closet. The only space to hang clothes was a built in rod at the top of the night stand. There were only 2 electrical outlets in the whole room and 1 in the bathroom. On one side of the bed, there was no outlet- so could not charge phone. Also,our garment bags hung down on top of the nightstands so really couldn’t use them anyway. The carpet was visibly dirty with stains. I also noticed our towels and washcloths were dirty, and the one white robe hanging on a hook in the bathroom had a stain on the sleeve. The room temperature did not get below 73. The hallways and lobby sitting areas were also hot. The hallway to our room was dimly lit. I was notified that I had an option for a room upgrade with a courtyard and city view a few days before arriving, so I chose the upgrade and paid extra. However, when we arrived at the hotel, they said there was no upgrade available. The only positive thing I can say about this place is that they had water, ice, and coffee machine available on our floor. There is not a coffee maker in the room. There is a mini fridge and a much bigger than needed TV in my opinion. While this hotel appeared that it had been recently updated, it is not worth the $700/night price tag.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Runlin

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never stayed at a hotel so dedicated to creating an incredible experience for its guests. From the moment I arrived at Emeline, I felt genuinely welcomed. The check-in started with a refreshing welcome cocktail, and that level of thoughtful hospitality continued throughout my entire stay. Every detail was so well-considered—from the fun drink tokens and top-notch valet service to the generous meal discounts and a complimentary bottle of champagne to help celebrate a birthday. The staff were truly exceptional—warm, attentive, and always going the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. The rooms were absolutely beautiful. Spacious, impeccably maintained, and styled with such charm that it felt like a luxurious home away from home. I was genuinely sad to leave. I’m already looking at dates for another trip to Charleston, just so I can stay at Emeline again. It was truly an experience I’ll never forget. Thank you, Emeline!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed this beautiful hotel. Within steps to the city market, which we enjoyed. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDRE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria, Miami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well located and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025