Fiat Lux, Rooftop bar with terrace on the ninth floor of Hotel Bennett in Charleston, South Carolina.
Fiat Lux is a rooftop bar on the ninth floor of Hotel Bennett with an indoor lounge decorated in deep purple tones and a large outdoor terrace. The terrace features a swimming pool, lounge chairs, cabanas, and seating areas that face Marion Square and downtown.
Hotel Bennett opened in 2018 and brought updated amenities to historic downtown Charleston. The rooftop space reflects the city's long tradition of using elevated vantage points for gathering and taking in views.
The establishment adheres to Charleston's local dress codes with casual dry attire including swimsuits permitted outdoors during daylight hours, while evening dress requires collared shirts for men and dressier attire for women after 5 p.m., reflecting Southern hospitality standards.
The bar operates daily from morning through late evening, with extended hours on weekends. Early arrival ensures better seating choices, especially when crowds gather during peak times.
The cocktail menu features creative drinks with unexpected ingredients like dragon fruit and strawberry puree. Some drinks are garnished with edible glitter or activated charcoal, giving them a playful appearance.
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