The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel - Charleston

Boutique art hotel in Charleston's French Quarter with a rotating collection of over 200 pieces of artwork

Art & Amenities

The Vendue is the first and only hotel in Charleston dedicated to the arts, with a 200-piece rotating art exhibition on-site at 19 Vendue and additional installations at 26 Vendue. Guests can join a daily guided art tour with complimentary wine, led by the curator Allison Stone. The hotel also offers free bicycle rentals, evening entertainment with live music, and temporary art galleries throughout the property.

Rooms & Accommodations

The Vendue Inn comprises two historic buildings-19 Vendue and 26 Vendue-dating from 1780, offering boutique accommodations with modern comforts. Each room includes a cable TV, en suite bathroom, and complimentary in-room cocktails upon arrival. Guests receive a daily breakfast bag of pastries and fruit delivered to their door, plus nightly turn-down service with milk and cookies.

Dining & Entertainment

Revival restaurant serves Southern cuisine with a modern twist, focusing on recipes and ingredients from South Carolina's past, open daily for dinner. The Rooftop bar, voted 'Best Rooftop Bar', offers panoramic views of Charleston's skyline and harbor, with cocktails and a menu. Live music and live sport events are scheduled on the rooftop, and the hotel also provides a daily art reception with wine.

Location

The Vendue Charleston sits in the historic French Quarter, less than a 5-minute walk from Waterfront Park, Market Street, and Charleston City Market. The King Street shopping district is 2000 ft away, and the Port of Charleston is 1100 ft from the hotel. Guests can walk to Rainbow Row, the Old Slave Mart Museum, and the South Carolina Aquarium within 1 mile.

Guest Perks

Complimentary morning coffee and pastries are available in the lobby, and guests receive a welcome drink upon arrival. The Vendue Hotel offers a daily wine and art tour, a rooftop bar with harbor views, and free bicycle rentals to explore the city. Pet-friendly accommodations are available with a one-time cleaning fee, and the hotel provides late checkout upon request.

• Art: 200-piece rotating exhibition with daily guided tours
• Rooms: Two historic buildings (19 Vendue and 26 Vendue) dating from 1780
• Dining: Revival restaurant & Rooftop bar with harbor views
• Location: French Quarter, 5 min walk to Waterfront Park & Market Street
• Perks: Complimentary breakfast bag, wine reception, bike rentals, pet-friendly