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Emeline

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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181 Church St, Charleston, SC, 29401-3122
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬
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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Atelier)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Accessible (Socialite, Two King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

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

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

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Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Collector's)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's)

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Property amenity

Premier Room (Socialite, Two King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom (Collector's)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Travelers, One King)

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

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Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective)

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

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About this property

Emeline

Luxury hotel with a coffee shop, steps from Charleston City Market
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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at Emeline. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Charleston City Market. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Clerks Coffee Company, a coffee shop that serves American cuisine
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and a porter
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and bike rentals
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness, overall comfort, and comfy beds
  • Steps from Charleston City Market and 7 minutes by foot from College of Charleston
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 3354 square feet (312 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Emeline. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Charleston hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 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 transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 58 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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 cot
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (84 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1852
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 films
  • 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 3.16 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 75 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 43.32 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 55 for adults, and USD 15 to 55 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 58 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 3.16 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Emeline Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1304 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1697 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Salvador, San Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, if a bit small. Beautiful common areas. Great location. And very helpful staff. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out and everything in between our stay was fantastic! Everyone is friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really nice - from the check in to check out we enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and accommodations. Attentive staff. Great bars and restaurants onsite and nearby. Definitely returning to Emeline.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot! Location was amazing and the hotel was super cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are super small, but well kept and the hotel had a wonderful atmosphere and was perfectly positioned for walking around the shopping and dining areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was amazing! Our room got upgraded and was so spacious and comfortable. It was so nice having a separate living area. Restaurant is delicious (service was meh), but the food and drinks were yummy. Coffee shop was great and very convenient. The hotel is in great location to literally everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark Lane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific hotel and location, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael, San Francisco

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, clean property with very nice and comfortable rooms. I didn't take advantage of the social aspect in the evenings, but it seemed like it was being enjoyed by all who were there. The breakfast I did have was very good, but the service was slow. The checking-in and out process was easy and very pleasant and I appreciated the room upgrade. Nice area. Just a block away from a main thoroughfare, but secluded enough for it to be relatively quiete. Great restaurants very close by. I will certainly stay there again. Highly recommend it. It is a steal compared to other high-end hotels nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room extremely small. Exercise room was really dirty, however the staff and surrounding area was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walls are extremely thin, so we could hear the folks in the room next door as well as we would have if they had been in our room. We thoroughly enjoyed the location of the hotel and its accessibility to shopping, the historic district and restaurants. The staff were professional, upbeat, and pleasant. The hotel was well maintained and clean. We plan to come back to the Emeline, when we return to Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MERI

Travelled with family
Excellent suite. Best Nespresso machine. Friendly service. Beautiful courtyard.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Won’t stay again

Thermostat didn’t work well. Not enough closet space. Room above pounded floor early in morning
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025