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Emeline

181 Church St, Charleston, SC, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
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Pet Friendly

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About this property

Emeline is a 4-star independent hotel located in Charleston's Historic District, steps from Charleston City Market. The property comprises 212 guestrooms, including 165 suites, offering substantial accommodation capacity for leisure and corporate guests alike.

Each of the 212 guestrooms features a minibar, flat-screen television, and complimentary wireless internet access. Bathrooms are appointed with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms include a desk and laptop-compatible safe for work and security needs. Guest comfort ratings average 4.7 out of 5, reflecting the quality of accommodations.

Dining options at Emeline include Clerks Coffee Company, which serves American cuisine for lunch and brunch, as well as a coffee shop and bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee.

The hotel provides a fitness center, complimentary bicycle rentals, and on-site shopping. Concierge services and multilingual staff assist with guest needs. The property features conference and meeting space totaling 3,354 square feet across eight meeting rooms, alongside a ballroom, banquet hall, and reception hall. Additional amenities include a library, garden, safe-deposit boxes, dry cleaning and laundry services, and 24-hour front desk support. Free newspapers are available in the lobby, and valet parking is offered for a surcharge.

Emeline sits within walking distance of major Charleston attractions. College of Charleston is a 7-minute walk away, and both the Port of Charleston and Waterfront Park are 0.4 miles from the hotel. Charleston International Airport is approximately 12 miles away, with a commute time of 15–25 minutes and one-way taxi fares between $27–$32. The property holds recognition on Condé Nast's Hot List for 2021 and maintains an overall guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars across 1,573 reviews.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible with accessible concierge, registration, restaurant, and lounge facilities. Service animals are permitted. The hotel is not able to accommodate pets, with the exception of certified service animals.

Location & nearby attractions

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 Port of Charleston and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Waterfront Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Charleston City Market - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
St. Philip's Church - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Shops at Charleston Place - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Dock Street Theater - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
The Riviera Theater - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Gibbes Museum of Art - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Pink House Gallery - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Washington Square - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
College of Charleston - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Port of Charleston - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Waterfront Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Charleston Gaillard Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Charleston County Historic Courthouse - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
St. Michael's Episcopal Church - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Rainbow Row - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

The preferred airport for Emeline is Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20.3 km / 12.6 mi

Rooms

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.

Dining

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.

Amenities & features

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.
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.

Getting here

The closest airport is the Charleston International Airport. It is approximately 12 miles from the hotel; approximately 15-25 minute commute. The one-way taxi expense runs between $27-$32.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Valet parking is available at $34.00 per day

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Unfortunately we do not allow for pets to stay at the hotel. We only allow service animals.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

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
  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 55 for adults, and USD 15 to 55 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 53 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 2.25 percent <

Know before you go

  • 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.