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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Historic elegance in Charleston's heart

Vibrant surroundings and historic charm define this Charleston retreat, placing you steps away from the city's top attractions. Enjoy unique amenities like vinyl record players, coffee delivery, and a delightful courtyard, ensuring an unforgettable stay.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Property amenity

Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's)

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
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Property amenity

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom (Collector's)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Property amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Travelers, One King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective) | Property amenity

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
181 Church St, Charleston, SC, 29401-3122

What's nearby

  • Charleston City Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's On The Market - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Clerks Coffee Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hank's Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Emeline

Luxury upscale hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Port of Charleston
Close to Charleston City Market and Waterfront Park, Emeline provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site American cuisine coffee shop, Clerks Coffee Company, offers breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • A front-desk safe, a ballroom, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 212 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and premium channels

Awards and affiliations

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

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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
  • 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 3.16 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 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 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Emeline pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 58 per night.

What time is check-in at Emeline?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Emeline?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Emeline located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Charleston City Market, Port of Charleston, and College of Charleston. Waterfront Park and South Carolina Aquarium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Emeline Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1274 out of 1661 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1661 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1661 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1661 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1661 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

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

Alexis

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

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything. Super friendly and clean. So convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Salvador

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

Ritchie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place - will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love Hotel Emeline. Our go to spot when we visit Charleston
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great staff, definitely would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best stays I've had anywhere. Really lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, and great ambience. Members of staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We weren’t crazy about the style of the room. The shower floor was slippery and I had to put a towel on the floor to keep from slipping. The bed was not very comfortable since it was a mattress on a platform. There wasn’t enough lighting in the room. The breakfast was very expensive and the food quality was low. But we enjoyed eating out and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time and I love
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay here. The front desk staff were fantastic. A Welcome drink is always a nice touch. The location is amazing if you want to be close to everything. Beautiful and clean room. Restaurant, bar and cafe onsite were all great. The patio with fireplace was nice to enjoy a pre dinner cocktail. The bed sagged a bit but I will definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

Emiline is fine!

Lovely hotel - great staff, everything you need is there and very close to everything in downtown Charleston. The bar and restaurant is excellent and was really helpful during my stay! Will stay there again for the price for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were really floored on the overall experience. The staff really stood out from dorr greeting to check- front desk staff to the restaurant team. Everyone made an important special visit really special. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location and beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bilal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was upgraded to a suite and the staff was very nice. Rooms have a great, sort of retro look to them. Bathroom was clean and the toiletries all smelled amazing. The water dispenser on each floor was a huge help, I get dehydrated when I’m traveling and I was visiting during a hot week. Would definitely stay again if I ever return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property in historic Charleston. Liked the sparking and still water options and fruit coffee bar on floor. Sofa and bed in room not comfortable and in need of replacement. Record player and one TV remote did not work. Overall room just ok a bit small.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Upscale hotel within the historic district but maintains the old south charm and welcoming vibes and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised how beautiful this hotel is! The location is convenient and the staff and amenities were excellent, who doesnt love a coffee bar on every floor! I will be back here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel has so much charm! Wonderful atmosphere and so close to all things downtown Charleston! Our room was extremely small and beside loud ac units. Those are the only things keeping me from giving an Excellent rating! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aldin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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