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Emeline

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $358
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21

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181 Church St, Charleston, SC, 29401-3122
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Atelier)

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, Accessible (Socialite, Two King)

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

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

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

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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

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

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Property amenity

Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

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

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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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Property amenity

Premier Room (Socialite, Two King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 357 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Property amenity

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom (Collector's)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Property amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Travelers, One King)

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

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Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective) | Property amenity

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective)

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

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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).

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 58 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
  • 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 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 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 43.32 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 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

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 fire extinguisher, 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. 1290 out of 1681 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1681 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1681 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1681 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1681 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious room, excellent service and amenities in a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Beth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The water pressure in the sink was horrible. Very weak water stream. The beds need an extra blanket. The water refill station was out of order the whole stay. Some complimentary water should of been provided. The tv remote was very spotty.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Downers Grove

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and attentive. The room and overall feel of the hotel was the star of the show. It’s hard to pull off feeling quaint and hospitable, but this place has it in spades. Bonus points for the Nespresso, fresh fruit, and water made available for each floor. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Al'Alai

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are beyond comfortable after a long day of exploring. The restaurant is delicious anytime of day and the service is friendly no matter the request. This is our second time staying here while on vacation and its a fast favorite for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Resort fees were ridiculous. No amenities to call it a resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tyler

The fire alarm je
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was immaculate and the staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dresser in the room was structurally broken and the bathroom only had one role of TB :( They honored my request for an extended checkout as my flight was cancelled due to the weather then my key was shut off , I went to the desk to reset it and it still would not let me my room. Housekeeping was able to let me in eventually. Was a great spot otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel in a great location. Friendly, helpful staff and lots of thoughtful touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole hotel had a very nice vibe. Loved the room that I stayed in, was only there for one brief night but would love to come back. Staff was excellent as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cure, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantilli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Helpful staff. Wonderful coffee shop and restaurant/bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our well-appointed room and the wonderful cafe in the hotel lobby. The staff were helpful and courteous. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Desiree Ann

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff, room was clean, coffee on each floor was a big hit
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel, comfortable beds, clean rooms, great restaurant on property. Stayed here many times and will be back on my next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ann, Woodbridge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overall
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

raeann

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026