Camellias

4.7

306 Reviews

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

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2 people

Mar 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Fancy
Good for special occasions

Reservations are not accepted for Standard Service.
Reservations are required for Afternoon Tea and Special Experiences.

Discover an unparalleled Afternoon Tea experience at Camellias, where design and architecture intertwine to create a breathtaking wonder inspired by the renowned Fabergé jewels. Step into a realm of elegance and sophistication, where every detail, from the etched mirror ceiling to the dazzling crystal chandelier, exudes opulence and charm.

Located in the heart of Charleston, Camellias presents an Afternoon Tea seating that stands as an essential experience for any bucket list.

Adults | 65.00
Children’s Tea (ages under 12) | 42.00
Crown Tea | 78.00

Pricing reflects a per-person pricing based on seats reserved.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours prior to your reservation. Failure to cancel 24 hours before your reservation will result in a $25/per person fee.

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Additional information

Location
404 King St, Charleston, SC 29403-6422
Phone number
(843) 990-5460
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Afternoon Tea Thu–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–6:30 pm Standard Service (Reservations Not Accepted) Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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Experiences

Mad Hatter Afternoon Tea
$68.00 - $98.00 per person
Apr 14, 2025 - Apr 16, 2025
Indulge in a whimsical weeklong celebration of Mad Hatter High Tea! Join us for a delightful journey down the rabbit hole with enchanting decor and delectable treats. Adults $98 and $68 for children under 12 years old.
Cottontail Tea - Easter
$68.00 - $98.00 per person
Apr 20, 2025 only
Hop into Easter joy with our enchanting Afternoon Tea at Camellias. Embark on a delightful celebration featuring a delectable array of treats and teas amidst the charming ambiance. Adults $98 and $68 for kids under 12 years old.
Mother's Day Tea
$68.00 - $98.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Experience a heartwarming Mother's Day celebration at Charleston's most beloved pink bar. Treat Mom to an unforgettable experience with our exquisite Afternoon Tea set amidst the enchanting ambiance of our elegant venue. Plus, choose from fresh blooms and build the perfect mini bouquet as an extra treat. Adults $98 and $68 for kids under 12 years old.

ADULT TEA$65.00
Assorted chilled canapes, tea sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and assorted tea pastries from La Pâtisserie.
CHILDREN’S TEA$42.00
Afternoon Tea offerings specially selected for our 12 and under guests.
CROWN TEA$78.00
Enjoy our most complete afternoon tea experience with a glass of sparkling rose, along with an extensive selection of teas. The crown tea experience offers all of the afternoon tastings.

Tea Selections

We proudly partner with luxury tea blenders TEALEAVES for our selections.

Organic Green
GREEN TEA LOW CAFFEINE | High antioxidants and low caffeine
Hotel Bennett Blend
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Charming floral notes paired with tropical fruits
Imperial English Breakfast
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Elegant and refined smooth sweetness
Russian Earl Grey
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Spicy with citrus notes
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Velvety combination of bright and flowery notes with a sweet finish
Golden Tippy Assam
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Full-bodied with a sweet, malty finish well balanced
Masala Chai
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Aroma of gingery cardamon with a hint of spice
Amour Black Tea
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Sophisticated rose flavors with a cocoa finish
EROS
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Smooth and sweet mandarin orange and vanilla aromas
Organic Peppermint Leaves
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | Herbal Infusion with an amazing minty and uplifting aroma
Decaf Earl Grey
BLACK TEA VERY LOW CAFFEINE | Delicate citrus notes with medium antioxidants and reduced caffeine
Relaxing
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | Complex herbal infusion with peppermint, chamomile, passion flowers, skullcap, and wood
Organic Chamomile Flowers
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | A tranquil, calming herbal infusion of sweet apple-fragrant golden chamomile blossoms
Ginger Yuzu
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | Herbaceous ginger with grapefruit and orange character
Pink Tea
HERBAL CAFFEINE-FREE | A berry-forward palate with adaptogenic rich ingredients. The Color of Biodiversity pink comes from the earth’s oldest color and encourages biodiversity preservation.
Darjeeling
BLACK TEA HIGH CAFFEINE | Blended layers of different summer harvests with complex, broad and sharp note

What 306 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

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Camellias in the Hotel Bennett offers a delightful afternoon tea experience with elegant ambiance and attentive service. Guests appreciated the "beautiful setting," "amazing servers," and "delicious food." While portions are noted as small and the environment sometimes loud, the overall experience is praised as "special" and "highly recommend" for celebrations and unique occasions.

306 Reviews

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Katherine VIP
Baltimore27 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely afternoon tea. Tyler is an awesome server.
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Mary
Grand Rapids1 review
4.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We absolutely adored our servers and the experience. However, it is a private event so I would suggest similar to when they were setting up once all were seattle doors to the hotel lobby should be closed , or their be a roping off or a sign placed to reduce interior disturbances during the experience. Guests wandered in , interrupting staff and attendees of the tea. Other than that it was impressive and impeccable! Thank you!
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Sheila VIP
Washington DC20 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Had a lovely decadent tea service - but disappointed with the sound levels. Could hear conversations around us. The settings look intimate and cozy - but are not. With all the beautiful pink marble sound bounces around the room a LOT. Also, they didn’t have my first choice of tea - the Genmai Cha.
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Martha VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I come quite often after 5pm for the champagne room. This was my first time doing afternoon tea and I can’t wait to come again! Gluten free options were also available. Ask for Tyler, he’s an incredible server!
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Mary
Charleston1 review
5.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a wonderful experience! Service, food, teas, and ambiance were all dynamite!
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Kristen VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My daughter and I went for afternoon tea and it was amazing. She has multiple food allergies and the staff completely accommodated her and she felt very safe, and got to experience the tea in it's entirety. It was a wonderful experience for us.
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danielle
Orlando1 review
5.0
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a rare occasion that we were the only reservation for that time slot, we had an amazing time. Aimee was our tea tender and she was great, so patient and informative about how to read over the menu of teas. She explained the process and made it a great experience. I took my husband, who when I offered up this idea for tea, was all but thrilled. Before we left he said thank you for inviting him to something he very much enjoyed but had not intended to. We were both delighted at the different take on the little hand foods served and the pistachio blueberry tart was amazing!
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rebecca
Raleigh8 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful room and delicious food and great service! Missing was music!
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Fran VIP
Charleston4 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Note: The chairs at some tables are very low, so you are much lower than the table.
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Regina
Charleston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tea with Santa was a fun holiday experience. My 3 and 6 year old really enjoyed the Santa. He spent a lot of time chatting with each child and adult. The food I sampled was tasty!
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Camellias is rated 4.7 stars by 306 OpenTable diners.

Camellias does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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