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Emeline

4.0 star property

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Relax in style with a cozy seating area featuring a fireplace, comfortable sofas and chairs, and lush greenery.
Stunning spiral staircase leads to an upper level, flanked by a bench and lush greenery.
Welcome to Emeline 181, a classic building with a symmetrical entrance featuring white columns and a pediment.
Step into the grand lobby, featuring a polished floor, a central table with decorative accents, and a green upholstered bench.
Relax in a spacious room with a large arched window, comfortable seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
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

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and a comfortable chair.

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

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

View all photos for Premier Room, Multiple Beds, Mobility Accessible (Socialite, Two King)

Classic hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a desk.

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

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Atelier)

Relax in comfort with a tufted headboard bed, crisp linens, and a stylish dresser.

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Atelier)

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

View all photos for Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collector's)

Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, wardrobe, and comfortable seating area.

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collector's)

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

View all photos for Premier Room, Multiple Beds (Socialite, Two King)

Compact hotel room with a minimalist design, featuring a desk, flat-screen TV, and a separate sleeping area.

Premier Room, Multiple Beds (Socialite, Two King)

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

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

Relax in a stylishly designed room with a comfortable bed, armchair, and potted plant.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, wardrobe, and comfortable seating area.

Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

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

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

Relax in comfort with a tufted headboard bed, crisp linens, and a stylish dresser.

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility 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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (Socialite, Two King)

Classic hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a desk.

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

View all photos for Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

Relax in this cozy living space with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and a chair by the mirror.

Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Travelers, One King)

Enjoy a restful night's sleep in this cozy room with a large bed, headboard, and a window offering a view of the surrounding buildings.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Travelers, One King)

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

View all photos for Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collective)

Relax in comfort with a large bed, tufted headboard, and plush linens.

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds (Collective)

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

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About the area

Charleston

With a stay at Emeline in Charleston (Charleston Historic District), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Charleston City Market and 6 minutes by foot from Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal. .This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from College of Charleston and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Waterfront Park.

What's nearby

  • Charleston City Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

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 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Church and Union - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thoroughbred Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Emeline

Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 212 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.
For lunch or brunch, stop by Clerks Coffee Company, a restaurant that specializes in American cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Charleston? This hotel has 3354 square feet (312 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 8 meeting rooms.
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 transport

  • 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

  • Free 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
  • Renovated entire property - April 2020
  • 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 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

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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1245 out of 1644 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1644 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1644 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1644 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1644 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

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with family
Room was not cleaned well. Did get offered upgrade which was appreciated. Staff didnt seem to communicate very well but in the end it all worked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent. The location excellent. The cleanliness excellent. The room was excellent. the breakfast I had was mediocre at best. Hashbrown potatoes in the shape of cubes???? Breakfasts should be more traditional. I went up Market Street for real breakfasts my final two mornings. Transportation is a problem. The staff at the front desk should be able to advise on transportation to and from the airport and be able to book transportation when needed. Thank God for Kim who did just that for me.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It matches the picture to a T. It was a beautiful hotel and I recommend it to anyone visiting Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hoang

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated hotel, walking distance to all the best restaurants and shops. Hotel was clean/quiet. Courtyard is beautiful. What else can we ask for. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and lots of thoughtful details throughout the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Unfortunately we booked a suite for 3 people and the hotel did not setup the bed for the 3rd person after being asked at checkin. This meant at 12.30 at night I had to go with the night porter to storage to gather sheets and bedding. There could have been better acknowledgment from management the following day however this wasn’t the case and we were left feeling like we were asking for a lot to have a bed we paid for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our roomy and cozy room. Loved the espresso machines on each floor, excellent bar and bar food. Beautiful hardwood floors and decor
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aldin

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

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

ed, Mechanicsville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
location of room was terrible, way too much noise from outside
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located in a great area of Charleston right next to Market Street & the pathway of markets. Restaurants, coffee shops and a variety of shops and stores. My second time to Charleston and first time at Emeline. I plan on revisiting both. Such a beautiful hotel & extremely friendly staff. Food was great at restaurant too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely experience! They even sent us a bottle of champagne to our room and upgraded us at no charge since it was our 46th wedding anniversary!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Will def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to shopping, restaurants, and waterfront park. Awesome efficient reception with welcome drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, New York

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff, restaurant, location….only thing missing was a decent gym or fitness area. Other than that this place has it all including free coffee!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recurved upgraded room discounted parking and dining on arrival . Valet was great friendly . Can walk everywhere from hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and everything is the historic district is walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Wouldn’t come back

Hotel Emeline was okay. Definetly not worth the price. Staff was not that nice or helpful. Check in staff didn’t tell us anything about the hotel (where coffee is etc) and no doorman. Check out staff gave us the wrong receipt for the wrong person.The amenities fees and added fees are ridiculous because there are no amenities. Hallways were very dark and very dirty carpet and sink in the bathroom in our room was dripping. Coffee wasn’t good and should be made fresh in the morning instead of the pods. Our room itself was an adequate size and quiet and the bed was comfortable. Overall, hotel emeline has some nerve charging the prices they do for what you get. I would not stay here again. It was a disappointing experience and had much higher expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was awesome from start to finish.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel, super clean and very comfortable. Nice aesthetic and convenient to so much Charleston has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful even going out of their way in helping me deal with a minor medical need. Great location and facilities. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025