THE VENDUE, DOWNTOWN ART HOTEL, Charleston
Hotel Details
The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel - An 18th-century warehouse transformed into Charleston's premier art hotel with rooftop dining and harbor views
Housed in two restored 18th-century warehouses in Charleston's French Quarter district, The Vendue features 84 art-filled rooms across two buildings. This 4-star Charleston hotel showcases over 200 contemporary artworks throughout its galleries and public spaces, with daily guided art tours and an in-house art docent. Guest rooms offer Egyptian cotton sheets, high-speed internet, and flat-panel TVs. The property includes Revival restaurant serving modern Southern cuisine, and The Rooftop Bar - voted 'Best Rooftop Bar' - offering panoramic harbor views and craft cocktails. The Drawing Room provides wine service and live entertainment, while Gallery 26 hosts rotating art exhibitions. The Vendue stands steps from Waterfront Park, Historic Charleston City Market, and Rainbow Row, with complimentary bicycles available for city exploration.
Pros
Daily French-style breakfast delivered to rooms between 8-10 AM
Dedicated art docent leads complimentary evening art tours with wine
Gallery 26 hosts rotating contemporary art exhibitions open to public
Bridge Bar offers private second-level space with postcard-worthy views
Cons
No on-site pool or fitness center
Valet parking costs $49 per night
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Lift
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