Emeline
4 stars

Emeline

181 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401, United States
Charleston, SC
See location+1 843 577 2644
From
$152
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 714 reviews
714 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$152
Deluxe room
$161
King room
$212

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Overview

Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk 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.
8.9
Very good rating
Based on 714 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Emeline

Thu 9/18
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Double room
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$431
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Standard room
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$152
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$180
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$291
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King room
1 king bed
$212
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1 king bed
$247
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$247
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Premier room
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$213
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1 king bed
$235
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1 king bed
$262
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Executive room
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$233
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Deluxe room
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$161
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Superior room
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$344
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bed type unknown
$415
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$467
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Emeline

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Valet parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
  • Cooking classes

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Outdoor

  • Garden

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Emeline

8.9
Very good
714 verified ratings
Wonderful
460
Very good
99
Good
46
Okay
32
Fair
30
Mediocre
16
Poor
31

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally loved the hotel's great location in the heart of Charleston, with many attractions within walking distance. The accommodations were often described as wonderful and comfortable. However, there were significant complaints regarding the service, with many guests noting poor staff performance and issues with room cleanliness.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Wonderful accommodations, great location in the heart of Charleston and the staff goes out of their way to accommodate your needs.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Hotel was very nice, with a great location and the staff as well as the guests were great. It was a great stay in a great city! Would highly recommend!
10
Wonderful
Daniel, Aug 2022
Perfect balance to huge you a wonderful experience being inside the hotel and relaxing in your room. Before and after hitting the town.
10
Wonderful
Jack, Aug 2020
Pros (+) Best hotel stay in the US. Everything at Emeline was perfect. Room, food, bar, service, attitude, all amazing. Completely exceeded expectations.

Location

181 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401

What's nearby

  • Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim317 yd
  • French Huguenot Church378 yd
  • Theatre 990.3 mi
  • Rainbow Row0.4 mi
  • Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist0.4 mi
  • Concord Park0.5 mi
  • White Point Garden0.8 mi
  • Medical University of South Carolina1.1 mi
  • Charleston Arsenal1.1 mi
  • Castle Pinckney1.2 mi
  • West Point Rice Mill1.3 mi
  • Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge1.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Emeline

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August
March
$416
$439
Cheapest month to stay with an average 40% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 83% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Emeline

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Emeline

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Emeline, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Emeline, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Emeline was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $244, while the most expensive was $641.
  • How long should you stay at Emeline? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Emeline

  • Where is Emeline located?

    Emeline is located at 181 Church Street, 0.4 miles from the center of Charleston. Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim is the closest landmark to Emeline.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Emeline?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Emeline.

  • Does Emeline offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Emeline offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Emeline from the airport?

    Emeline is 10.3 miles from Charleston. Emeline is 59.1 miles from Hilton Head Island.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Emeline hotel deals?

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.2
0.4 mi
Charleston
10.0 mi

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