The Vendue is a hotel destination wedding venue in Charleston, United States, hosting 50 at dinner and 75 standing.
The Vendue
The Vendue is a historic hotel in urban Charleston with elegant interiors and both indoor and outdoor space for ceremonies and receptions.
About The Vendue
The Vendue is a historic hotel in urban Charleston with elegant interiors and both indoor and outdoor space for ceremonies and receptions.
Its meeting and banquet space seats 50 for a dining reception and holds up to 75 guests standing, with a full buyout available for couples who want the whole property.
Catering is handled in house (outside caterers are not permitted), and the kitchen accommodates dietary restrictions and specialty meals.
Nine room types, from the Enclave Queen to the Vendue Premier Double Queens (max occupancy 4), house your guests, and on-site parking is available.
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We had a wonderful stay celebrating my husband's birthday at The Vendue! We are local but this was our first time at this hotel.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 50 guests
- Standing reception
- 75 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 84 rooms
- Room types
- 9 listed
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Money
- Price
- US$150 to US$250 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Pets
- Yes
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CHS, 20 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, historic, elegant
The place
- Sea view
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Outside caterers allowed
- No
- Dietary options
- Dietary restrictions accommodated and specialty meals
- Bring your own wine
- No
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Seats 50 for a seated dinner, or up to 75 guests standing
- Full venue buyout available at this historic urban hotel
- In-house catering only, with dietary restrictions and specialty meals accommodated
- Indoor and outdoor space, plus meeting and banquet facilities
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CHS · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into CHS.
- Direct line
- (843) 577-7970
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can The Vendue host?+
The venue seats 50 guests for a seated dinner and holds up to 75 guests for a standing reception.
Can we bring our own caterer?+
No. Catering is provided in house and external caterers are not allowed. The team accommodates dietary restrictions and can prepare specialty meals.
Can we book the whole property?+
Yes, a buyout is available. Call 1-843-577-7970 to discuss dates and details.
What accommodation is available for guests?+
There are nine room types: Enclave Premier King, Enclave King, Enclave Queen, Enclave Interior King and Queen (no windows), Vendue King, Vendue Queen, Vendue Premier King (all sleeping 2) and Vendue Premier Double Queens (sleeping 4).
Are ceremonies held indoors or outdoors?+
Both indoor and outdoor space is available, along with a meeting and banquet space.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 50 guests
“Our Gallery can accommodate a maximum of 50 for a seated reception, and up to 75 for a cocktail reception.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 75 guests
“Our Gallery can accommodate a maximum of 50 for a seated reception, and up to 75 for a cocktail reception.”
Read the source for standing receptionRooms: 84 rooms
“All 84 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 9 listed
“Enclave Premier King”
Read the source for room typesWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“Yes. The Enclave is an excellent option for corporate retreats, wedding parties, family reunions, and other groups seeking a private boutique hotel experience with dedicated event space and convenient access to all of The Vendue’s amenities.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“- Event Space – The Gallery (inclement weather backup)”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsIn-house catering: Yes
“Yes. Our culinary team offers customizable catering menus featuring seasonal Lowcountry cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and personalized service for weddings, meetings, and private events.”
Read the source for in-house cateringOutside caterers allowed: No
“All food and drinks must be purchased through the hotel… and you’ll be glad you did.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedDietary options: Dietary restrictions accommodated and specialty meals
“Just talk to your Sales Manager who will work with you and the catering team to offer specialty meals.”
Read the source for dietary optionsBring your own wine: No
“All food and drinks must be purchased through the hotel… and you’ll be glad you did.”
Read the source for bring your own wineBar on site: Yes
“Vendue’s Rooftop Bar, located at The Vendue, provides sweeping views of the harbor and Charleston’s skyline.”
Read the source for bar on sitePets: Yes
“The Vendue welcomes dogs for a one-time pet fee per stay.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“Children are welcome”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Valet parking is available to overnight guests at the hotel for $49 per night.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“The Vendue offers accessible guest accommodations and public spaces to help ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.”
Read the source for step-free accessEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“An intimate, art-filled space in The Enclave, perfect for your ceremony or small reception.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“With sweeping views of the harbor and Charleston’s skyline, this vibrant space is perfect for a lively reception under the stars, where unforgettable memories are made.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsIndoors or out: Both
“With sweeping views of the harbor and Charleston’s skyline, this vibrant space is perfect for a lively reception under the stars, where unforgettable memories are made.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, historic, elegant
“Stay at The Vendue, Charleston’s art hotel, where stylish accommodations, rotating gallery exhibits, a rooftop bar, and a walkable location make visits easy.”
Read the source for settingSea view: Yes
“With sweeping views of the harbor and Charleston’s skyline, this vibrant space is perfect for a lively reception under the stars, where unforgettable memories are made.”
Read the source for sea viewHistoric building: Yes
“The Vendue occupies a collection of beautifully restored historic buildings dating back to the late 18th century.”
Read the source for historic buildingCoordinator on the day: Yes
“Our experienced events professionals work closely with each client to coordinate venue selection, catering, room blocks, timelines, and personalized details to ensure a seamless event from start to finish.”
Read the source for coordinator on the day


