The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel - Charleston
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4-star art hotel in Charleston's French Quarter with a 200-piece rotating art collection
Art & Entertainment
The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel Charleston houses a 200-piece rotating art exhibition spread across two historic buildings, 19 Vendue and 26 Vendue. Guests can join a daily guided art tour that includes complimentary wine and a look at the on-site art installations. Evening entertainment includes live music performances and temporary gallery openings, with a rooftop bar offering harbor views.
Dining
Revival restaurant serves Southern cuisine with recipes and ingredients from South Carolina's past, open daily for dinner. The Rooftop cocktail bar, voted 'Best Rooftop Bar', offers panoramic views of the harbor and a menu of drinks and small plates. A complimentary morning breakfast bag with pastries hangs on the door, and free milk and cookies are provided during nightly turn-down service.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at The Vendue include cable TV, an en suite bathroom, and a complimentary in-room cocktail upon arrival, with late checkout available. The hotel offers free bicycle rentals for guests to explore the city, and pet-friendly accommodations are available with a one-time cleaning fee. Newly renovated spaces combine the historic charm of 1780s buildings with contemporary comforts.
Location
The Vendue sits in Charleston's French Quarter, less than a 5-minute walk from Waterfront Park, Market Street, and Charleston City Market. The King Street shopping district is 600 m away, and the Port of Charleston is 350 m from the hotel. Guests can walk to the South Carolina Aquarium (2 km) and Charleston International Airport is 21 km away.
Additional Perks
Valet parking is available for guests at an additional cost, along with a parking garage nearby. The hotel offers private indoor and outdoor event spaces for meetings, weddings, and celebrations. Services include concierge, tour desk, dry cleaning, and laundry, with express check-in/check-out and luggage storage.
- Art Collection: 200-piece rotating exhibition across 2 historic buildings
- Dining: Revival restaurant & The Rooftop cocktail bar
- Location: French Quarter, 5-minute walk to Waterfront Park & Market Street
- Perks: Free bike rentals, daily art tours with wine, complimentary breakfast pastries
- Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with one-time cleaning fee
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Valet parking
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 246 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 500 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 19.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Charleston International, CHS |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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