Nestled in a stylishly revamped 19th-century building, Hotel Emeline offers a chic stay with cozy rooms, a buzzing Italian restaurant, and a prime location near Charleston's vibrant attractions.
"The group behind the Emeline Hotel and Italian restaurant Frannie & the Fox recently opened the intimate (and slightly hidden) bar the Den. The space seats 30 and focuses on martinis, caviar, and Italian snacks. Seasonal flavors like a tomato martini share the menu with a classic martini service featuring various liquor and vermouth choices." - Erin Perkins
"Caffeine Fix — Vodka brand Absolut teams up with lifestyle brand Kenny Flowers for an espresso martini soiree and pop-up shop at the Den (181 Church Street) at the Emeline Hotel. Stop in from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a rush of caffeine and perhaps a new shirt." - Erin Perkins
"In the heart of Charleston ’s historic district, the low-rise edifice at 181 Church Street has lived many lives from its beginnings as a wholesale grocery store circa 1852 to its current form as a design-forward, 212-unit dog-friendly hotel named Emeline. Nowadays, dogs can experience the Charleston good life here, snug in a cozy, forest-green room with full access to the sprawling lobby, outdoor courtyard (inclusive of a fireplace and seating for Frannie & The Fox restaurant), and the Archives (a gallery that occupies most of the second floor). After booking, let the hotel know you’re bringing your dog by opting in for the Pawsome Package. It incurs a nominal fee but includes a custom-made dog treat by the hotel’s in-house pastry chef, a dog mat, a bowl, and a bed. Enjoy strolling nearby parks and green spaces like Riley Waterfront Park (home of the famed Pineapple Fountain) and The Battery; alternatively, take a half-mile walk to East Bay Dog Park for social time with fellow dogs and dog-lovers. Fees & more: $100 cleaning fee per stay. Dogs up to 100 pounds, limit two per room. No breed restrictions." - Paul Rubio
"Imagine Emeline as a very stylish Southern aunt with a penchant for all things retro. She pours stiff drinks, loves jazz, throws killer parties, and enjoys trimming the jasmine in her courtyard. The Makeready hospitality group has modeled this 212-room hotel to make you feel right at home. Right at Emeline’s home, that is—a blend of wicker, velvet, palm-printed wallpaper, and craftsman woodwork. This sophisticated, top-to-bottom redo of an old DoubleTree is a departure from the city’s more traditional interpretation of Southern hospitality (no front porch; not a mahogany four-poster in sight). But it’s the little surprises that really make the place sing: working record players in every suite, a resident chocolate-truffle chef, a discreet panel leading to a speakeasy behind the bar, and a brilliantly curated gift shop worth a visit even if you’re staying elsewhere." - Allston McCrady
"From the pastel-hued architecture that makes much of Charleston a National Historic Landmark to a world-famous restaurant scene, there’s so much to explore in this city—including Emeline, a hotel in the heart of the historic downtown. A stay at this special property becomes a journey within your journey. With warm hospitality inspired by the building’s past, authentic eateries, lovely outdoor spaces, and more, you’ll also have cobblestone streets and many more of the city’s charms just outside your doorstep."
