14 of the Best Hotels in Venice
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Hotels in Venice Introduction
Nestled amidst the romantic canals and historic architecture of Venice, Italy, some of the world’s most enchanting hotels await discerning travelers. From luxurious palaces that echo with centuries of history to modern boutique hideaways offering contemporary elegance, Venice’s best hotels provide an unforgettable blend of opulence, charm, and impeccable service.
Whether you seek panoramic views of the Grand Canal, serene private courtyards, or sumptuous interiors adorned with Venetian art, these Venice hotels promise an extraordinary stay in one of Italy’s most iconic cities.
Aman Venice
Named one of the best 50 hotels in the world, Aman Venice close to the Rialto Bridge is in a 16th-century grand Venice palace, Palazzo Papadopoli.
The hotel has 24 rooms, and it has been described as intimate and seductive with a mixture of Italian aristocracy and understatement.
The hotel contains frescoes, glass chandeliers from Murano and Rubelli silk wall coverings. The Alcova Tiepolo suite has ceiling frescoes by the famous Venetian artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.
Image: Aman Venice
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
Small, discreet and luxurious, Palazzo Venart is, perhaps, a taste of what Venice was like in times past and this hotel a private palace for those select special guests.
The Titian Suite pays tribute to the artist and is embellished with authentic details, such as the ceiling with exposed beams in gold leaf, antique pink silk wallpapers, original floors in Venetian terrazzo and a luxurious ensuite bathtub.
Image: Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
Hotel Cipriani
One of the most glamorous hotels in Venice with an exclusive location on Giudecca island.
The Sophistication includes its own Michelin-starred restaurant, Oro. This is an A listers hide-away and comes with the only Olympic-inspired swimming pool in Venice.
The Dogaressa Suite features original artworks, exquisite Fortuny and Rubelli fabrics and an elegant pink marble bathroom.
Image: Hotel Cipriani – A Belmond Hotel
The St. Regis Venice
On the Grand Canal in San Marco, the St Regis has 130 guestrooms and 39 luxury suites (many with wonderful views across the Grand Canal and some suites with private rooftop terraces or gardens).
The hotel was where the impressionist painter Claude Monet resided during his stay in Venice.
The Italianate private garden is from where you can admire the same perspectives that inspired Monet and his masterpieces.
Image: The St. Regis Venice
Cima Rosa
Not a hotel, but worth a mention here for people that value a more individual and original stay, the Cima Rosa Boutique Bed & Breakfast, set in a 15th century palazzo on the Grand Canal, is a great choice, offering modern day comfort in an old world setting.
Located in a quiet part of the Santa Croce district, Cima Rosa mixes elegance and warmth with classic-contemporary rooms and exceptional service from a welcoming team of passionate locals.
Image: Cima Rosa B&B Venezia
Al Ponte Antico
Situated in a Venetian palazzo from the 1500s, Al Ponte Antico is a few steps from the Rialto Bridge and has a small terrace overlooking the Grand Canal.
The hotel has 9 rooms and a Junior Suite with a private balcony facing the Grand Canal.
This hotel run by the Peruch family offers a highly personalised service and is renowned for its hospitality
Image: Al Ponte Antico
Ca Maria Adele
Given the award as Venice’s most romantic hideaway, the Ca Maria Adele is located close to the church of Santa Maria Salute.
There’s a choice of themed rooms from the DeLuxe, The Room of the Moors, the Doge’s Room, the Noir Room and the Oriental Room amongst others.
All guests can enjoy the A la carte breakfast with more than 70 products, served from 8 to 12.
Image: Ca Maria Adele
The Venice Venice Hotel
Described as a post-Venetian dream, the Venice Venice Hotel is in the restored thirteenth-century Palazzo Ca’ Da Mosto near the Rialto Bridge.
Reviews of this hotel rave about it.
“One of the nicest hotels on the planet”, “fantastic staff”, “great design”, “amazing location”, “exceptional”.
Image: The Venice Venice Hotel
The Gritti Palace
Set on the Grand Canal in the heart of Venice, this luxury Venice hotel has Landmark Grand Canal Rooms and ten Signature Suites including the Ernest Hemingway Presidential Suite and the Somerset Maugham Royal Suite (amongst others) offering spectacular views of the Grand Canal or Santa Maria del Giglio Campo. One suite features a plunge pool, sun deck, and the largest private rooftop terrace in Venice.
Image: The Gritti Palace
Baglioni Hotel Luna
Offering superior rooms and a selection of luxurious suites including the San Giorgio Family Terrace Suite (which offers views of the Island of San Giorgio, elegant period furnishings and a large terrace).
This along with the Canova Restaurant, Canova Bistrot & Canova Bar.
The hotel is next to St Mark’s Square and is always a popular choice.
Image: Baglioni Hotel Luna
Palazzina Grassi
Palazzina Grassi is the only five star hotel in Italy to be designed by the French industrial designer and architect
Philippe Starck.
Overlooking the Grand Canal in the quiter part of San Marco district, Palazzina Grassi is a luxury boutique hotel of 25 room, including 5 suites.
The Palazzina, described as ‘most glamorous’ place to party in Venice’ is an ultra modern designed hotel.
Image: Palazzina Grassi
Ca’ Pisani Deco Design Hotel
Housed in a palazzo built in the late 1500s, this 29 room hotel near the Guggenheim is described as having a ’boutique hotel vibe’ and being ‘quirky and unusual’.
It’s a mixture of Art Deco and eclectic pieces of furniture from the 30s and 40s. It also has a bar & restaurant, La Rivista.
Reviews say the staff are helpful and the location is peaceful yet with easy access to the sights of Venice.
Image: Ca’ Pisani Deco Design Hotel
Corte Di Gabriela
Located in San Marco, the Corte di Gabriela is a 4 star Boutique Hotel and loft close to La Fenice and 15 minutes from the sights of San Mark’s Square.
Described as chic but welcoming and intimate, the hotel has an internal courtyard where you can sip on a spritz plus a library with classic novels and books.
Image: Corte Di Gabriela
Hotel Danieli
Overlooking the Venetian lagoon and a few steps from San Marco, the five star Hotel Danieli features Venetian architecture that dates back to the 14th century.
The Danieli has luxury rooms and suites along with the beautiful panoramic restaurant Terrazza Danieli with has great views of the Venetian lagoon.
Image: Hotel Danieli
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