Just a 15-minute stroll from the Rialto Bridge, in the Arsenale district where the Biennale takes place, is the stylish, hip yet historically aware Ca' di Dio. As much a house as a hotel, Ca’ di Dio appeals to a young, design-conscious, international clientele, and challenges the perception of Venice hotels all being living museums packed with paintings, frescos and chandeliers.
A 13th-century building beautifully reimagined, blending centuries-old charm with refined, contemporary design and tranquil courtyard spaces.
Stay in artful suites with curated Venetian details; some boast serene lagoon views, while the Rooftop Terrace Suite delivers 360° city vistas.
Savour lagoon-facing fine dining at VERO, or opt for relaxed courtyard meals surrounded by citrus trees and seasonal Venetian air.
Unwind in the boutique spa, where treatments use artisanal products from a local fragrance house rooted in Venetian heritage.
Discover thoughtful touches throughout, from hidden herb gardens to handmade keepsakes crafted from salvaged renovation materials.
With ‘Palace’ in its name, you would be right to expect opulence and a sense of occasion during your stay at this Grande Dame of the Venetian hotel scene. Perfectly poised overlooking the canals, this historic property feels anchored to the heart of Venice, offering discerning guests history, sophistication, gastronomy and great service.
Set on the beautiful Giudecca Island, away from the hustle and bustle of central Venice, Belmond's Hotel Cipriani has all the romance and allure of Renaissance Italy. Overlooking the shimmering lagoon towards famous St. Mark’s Square, this 5-star hotel offers guests the chance to experience a discreet, more demure side of Venice.
This private-island resort sits in the middle of the Venetian Lagoon, 20 minutes by complimentary shuttle boat from St Mark’s Square. It’s perfect, therefore, if you’re looking to escape the crowds that fill Venice in high season, or as a base for exploring the many other islands that lie scattered about the lagoon.
A bastion of old-world glamour, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is swathed in the drama and romance of a bygone age, from the impeccably liveried staff ready to greet you at the platform and the gleaming hundred-year-old restored carriages, to the parade of decadent dishes and champagne onboard.