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Emeline

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry

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181 Church St, Charleston, SC, 29401-3122
  • Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪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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Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collector's)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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
(11 reviews)
  • 357 sq ft
  • 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
(17 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 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
  • 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
(2 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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
  • 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 53 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 53 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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1227 out of 1624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1624 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

Dionne Piggott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Emeline was a beautiful hotel right in the heart of downtown. It was close to so many nice highlights like the Charleston market, the pineapple fountain and near great food like Hyman's seafood. My daughter and I had a great time at this lovely place.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY NICE HOTEL AND MET OUR NEEDS!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william g

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

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

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Twice since our trip the Hotel Emeline has charged my credit card for things long after we left. Be aware. I just caught a charge for $67.90 today. We were guests nearly 3 weeks ago.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

LRSC adventures

Friends gathering. We have stayed before so we highly recommended the hotel. Had issues with noise Events in courtyard We are early to bed but sadly our room faced the courtyard shud have been notified and given the option to ask for a different room Staff was very nice. Coffee machine did not work on day 2 Our dogs were called out for barking at 5:30 pm but honestly there was sooooo much noise in the hallways doors slamming band music blaring people hollering and talking and laughing. None the less we addressed our dogs immediately. However the neighbors next door decided to have a mariatial spat in the early morning hours We do love the location and the outdoor space is wonderful not sure if my friends will return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience, rooms and suites smaller than anywhere else in the world (suite was still smaller than a days inn normal room)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel, friendly staff and great location. Complementary water and fruit was a nice touch. The restaurant and coffee shop were both good and the restaurant had a beautiful patio area. On the negative side, our room faced the street and was quite noisy, even in the middle of the night.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Fantastic location in the heart of Charleston

This hotel has a very comfortable and modern vibe with nice amenities. My room upgrade was just excellent. The front desk and housekeeping staff were friendly. The restaurant/bar servers and bell stand employees were having a hard time keeping up with the demands on a busy few days I was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makensie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel with a great restaurant and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

2/10 Terrible

xinxi, Plainfield

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very poor management
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

DIANA V, NYC

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked this hotel, except the mattress. It was too soft. My back was paying for it after the first night :(
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have coffee in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, loved the hotel. Only drawback was that the room opened to a courtyard for the bar/wedding venue and it was very loud during bedtime.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location- within walking distance of everything we wanted to do. Beautiful courtyard we thoroughly enjoyed. Great complimentary coffee on our floor. Great restaurant and coffee shop downstairs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. The only negative is they were unable to provide the room type we had booked. To make amends they did reduce the rate and provide an on property credit. We would have rather had two queens rather than having our daughter sleep on a pull out couch but everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOUG

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been to Charleston many times but this was our first time at Emeline. The room was spacious and very clean. Staff were outstanding. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025