The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel, Charleston

The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel - A historic art-focused hotel with rooftop dining and curated galleries in Charleston's French Quarter

The Vendue, Downtown Art Hotel occupies two reclaimed 18th-century warehouses in Charleston's French Quarter district, featuring 84 rooms with Egyptian cotton sheets, contemporary artwork, and complimentary WiFi. Guests can dine at Revival restaurant, which serves seafood, steaks, and classic Southern recipes with modern flair daily from 5-10 PM, or visit The Rooftop Bar for cocktails and lighter meals with panoramic harbor views. The property offers free bicycle rentals, daily art tours with wine, and features Gallery 26 which currently displays the Unraveled Recollections exhibition. Located steps from Historic Charleston City Market (0.5 miles) and Rainbow Row (0.5 miles), The Vendue provides valet parking for $49 per night and concierge services for local arrangements.

Pros

The Rooftop Bar offers sweeping harbor views and has been voted 'Best Rooftop Bar'

Free bicycle rentals allow guests to explore Charleston's historic district

Daily art tours with wine provide cultural immersion at no additional cost

Located within walking distance of Historic Charleston City Market and Rainbow Row

Pet-friendly accommodations with luxury amenities including Egyptian cotton sheets

Cons

No on-site fitness center or pool facilities

Valet parking available at $49 per night with no complimentary options