We stayed at The Hotel Vendome for two nights—12/31 and 1/1/2025—and had another wonderful experience. This was our second visit, and both stays have been great. I absolutely love the history of this charming hotel. During this visit, we learned about its resident ghost, Abby, who is said to occupy room 16. The little bar inside the hotel is adorable, and we enjoyed relaxing on the patio with drinks before taking a quick 3-minute walk to Whiskey River Tavern for live music. Just before midnight, we strolled a few more minutes to watch the boot drop and fireworks—such a fun way to ring in the New Year!
The rooms blend modern touches with the building’s original charm. Ours featured a beautiful clawfoot tub, though we didn’t get a chance to use it. On our last night, something eerie happened. Around 4 AM, my husband and I woke up to what sounded like a woman’s voice right outside our door. The hotel is so quiet that you can usually hear the old wood floors creak when someone walks, but we didn’t hear any footsteps—only the voice. Since Abby’s room was just on the other side of the stairwell, I couldn’t help but feel spooked! Being a bit of a wimp when it comes to ghosts, it took me until 6 AM to fall back asleep.
Overall, we had a fantastic time at The Hotel Vendome and would definitely recommend it. The staff was so friendly, and we loved hearing Abby’s story during check-in. It’s a unique and memorable place to stay!