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A bathroom vanity with a mirror, a sink, a bottle of champagne, and a lamp.
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Fitness facility
A large, well-lit conference room with rows of wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and wall-mounted lighting.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $264
$232 nightly
$264 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

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

Room options

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

A bathroom with a black tray holding four bottles of red flower body lotion and a gold faucet.

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

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

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Premier Room, Accessible (Socialite, Two King)

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

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

A bathroom with a black tray holding four bottles of red flower body lotion and a gold faucet.

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

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Collector's)

A living room with a green sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

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

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

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Room, 1 King Bed (Atelier)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bathroom with a black tray holding four bottles of red flower body lotion and a gold faucet.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Artist's)

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

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

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Premier Room (Socialite, Two King)

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

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom (Collector's)

A living room with a green sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

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

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

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Travelers, One King)

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

View all photos for Superior Suite (Maisonette, Loft)

A bathroom vanity with a mirror, a sink, a bottle of champagne, and a lamp.

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

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

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bedside table with a vase and books, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

View all photos for Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective)

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bedside table with a vase and books, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Collective)

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

DOUBLE KING BED ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for DOUBLE Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

DOUBLE Accessible

  • 64 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Socialite Premier Two King - Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Socialite Premier Two King - Accessible

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

With a stay at Emeline in Charleston (Charleston Historic District), you'll be steps from Charleston City Market and 7 minutes by foot from College of Charleston. .This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Waterfront Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Medical University of South Carolina.

What's nearby

  • Charleston City Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shops at Charleston Place - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rainbow Row - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 22 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry's On The Market - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Church and Union - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Charleston Crab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frannie & The Fox - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Emeline

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. Open daily.
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. 1338 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1753 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and super fun hotel! Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel for its central location, rooms, staff and restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and super luxe
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel great location and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice bar / restaurant area. Nice coffee shop off the lobby. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and wonderful time for our anniversary
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar space is beautiful and the food was delicious. Great location where you can walk to so many restaurants, shopping, or the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fabulous hotel! Wonderful rooms, wonderful staff, and amazing food and beverage. The amenities are too notch, don't sleep on their restaurant!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, awesome restruant and bar, along with great service.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big hotel with boutique feel. Great service, beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel with a great vibe. The only negative is the size of the rooms, so I highly recommend getting a suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dushani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, courteous staff, excellent amenities and beautiful aesthetic.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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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
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly helpful staff, nice room, pleasant courtyard. Breakfast at restaurant hotel was poor, basic and cold food. Overall liked Emeline very much and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brad

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but there was bugs in our shower
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. Restaurant and courtyard were great to eat, drink, do a little work and get some sun. Gym is adequate for a quick workout. Walking distance to the harbor, bay, and all the great food and drink in town along, with historical sights. Staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable location, very helpful and kind staff, EXPENSIVE, - very slightly dated but clean rooms - noisy with concurrent events at this location - weddings, etc…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nicely appointed. Hotel had great restaurants as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026