The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel (Charleston, SC, United States of America)

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The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel - Charleston

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Overview

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 600 meters away, and the Port of Charleston is 350 meters from the hotel. Guests can walk to Rainbow Row, the Old Slave Mart Museum, and the South Carolina Aquarium within 2 kilometers.

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

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

from 04:00-11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 49 per day.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Building

Year renovated:2012

Number of rooms:84

Former name

Vendue Inn

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Rooms and availability

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King Suite

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Spacious King Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Main Building Queen Room

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 Queen Size Bed2 Queen Size Beds

Free Wi-Fi

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

USD 49 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

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

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Essential information about The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	373 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	12.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Charleston International, CHS

Location

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19 Vendue Range, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America, 29401

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19 Vendue Range, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America, 29401

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Market

Historic Charleston City Market

100 yd

Museums

Patriots Point

1.4 mi

Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium

200 yd

Museums

The Calhoun Mansion

200 yd

Landmark

Nathaniel Russell House

200 yd

Parks

Marion Square

1.0 mi

Parks

White Point Garden

1.1 mi

Museums

Edmondston-Alston House

100 yd

Landmark

Aiken-Rhett House

1.1 mi

Landmark

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

200 yd

Museums

Confederate Museum

100 yd

Museums

The Charleston Museum

1.1 mi

Synagogue

Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

200 yd

University

College of Charleston

1.0 mi

Market

Charleston City Market

100 yd

Museums

Old Slave Mart Museum

100 yd

Square

Rainbow Row

100 yd

Church

Saint Philip Protestant Episcopal Church

100 yd

Fountains

Pineapple Fountain

100 yd

Museums

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

100 yd

1 Vendue Range

Waterfront Park

100 yd

Parks

Washington Square

100 yd

74 N Market St

One Of A Kind

100 yd

Museums

Heyward-Washington House

100 yd

South Carolina 29412

Civil War history

100 yd

108 Meeting St

Historic Charleston Foundation

100 yd

Public Building

Charleston City Hall

100 yd

200 E Bay St

U. S. Custom House

100 yd

Museums

The Powder Magazine

100 yd

17 Chalmers St

Pink House Gallery

100 yd

Restaurant

The Rooftop @ The Vendue

100 yd

Restaurant

Pearlz Oyster Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

East Bay Meeting House Bar & Cafe

100 yd

Restaurant

The Gin Joint

100 yd

Restaurant

New York City Pizza

100 yd

Restaurant

Fleet Landing Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Cumberland Street Smokehouse

100 yd

Restaurant

Carmella's

100 yd

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FAQ about The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel?

Staying at The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel, you shouldn't miss Charleston's main landmarks, Saint Michael Protestant Episcopal Church and The Charleston Museum, located within 7 and 20 minutes on foot respectively.

What popular attractions are closest to the comfortable 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel?

Guests of the comfortable 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel can visit Old Slave Mart Museum (merely a 5-minute stroll from the accommodation), or Pineapple Fountain placed 5 minutes' walk away.

Can we park our car at the inn?

The inn offers public parking, located nearby.

What dining options does the hotel provide?

Guests are welcome to enjoy dishes of American cuisine served in the American restaurant Rooftop Charleston located at the hotel.

Are there any dining facilities close to the comfortable 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel?

During their stay at the comfortable 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel guests can enjoy a meal in the nearby restaurant Callie's Hot Little Biscuit (about a 5-minute walk away) offering dishes of American cuisine for affordable prices.

What is check-in and check-out time at the 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel?

Guests of the 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel can check in from 4 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 4 AM.

What payment methods are accepted in the Charleston inn?

Payment methods in the Charleston inn include:

American Express
Mastercard
Visa

What kinds of rooms does the comfortable 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel offer?

The comfortable 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel offers such room types as Premier King Room and Queen Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel?

Each room at the 4-star The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel is thoughtfully equipped with air conditioning to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests' average rating for comfort is 9.4/10.