Luxury hotels and extra special places to stay in Venice

HOTELS, VENICE Updated : Apr 20, 2017, 02.23 PM IST

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Photo courtesy: San Clemente Palace

There’s no doubt that Venice is one of the most romantic destinations in the world. Whether you visit on honeymoon or just want a memorable once in a lifetime trip, you’ll probably want to ensure where you stay is extra special so that you can make the most of your Venetian experience.

Venice has no shortage of expensive accommodation and luxury hotels that capture the very essence of this impressive and timeless city. In Venice, it’s not just the 5 star luxury hotels that offer a special experience but there are also historic hotels with amazing views and character that may be only rated 4 star but still certainly offer a special Venetian experience.
Here are the best 4 and 5 star hotels and extra special, luxurious places to stay in Venice.
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Hotel Metropole

The 5 star Hotel Metropole is located just minutes away from the Piazza San Marco and the nearest vaporetto stop and boasts an extraordinary and super convenient location for your stay in Venice in opulent surroundings.

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Monaco and Grand Canal Hotel

Staying at the Monaco and Grand Canal Hotel will make your dreams of dining on the water of the Venetian Grand Canal come true.

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Concordia Hotel

If you want to be based in the very heart of Venice then you can’t pick out more centrally-located hotel than Concordia. This 4 star hotel is located in the Piazza San Marco and has views over the famous square, but only...more

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Hungaria Palace Hotel

The 4 star Hungaria Palace Hotel is an impressive historical early 20th century art nouveau building located on Lido Island, minutes away from the waterbus terminal, Lido beach and a wide range of shopping and dining opp...more

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San Clemente Palace

If you are looking for utmost luxury and an exclusive location, look no further than the 5-star San Clemente Palace. This luxury hotel is located on a privately owned island, only 7 kilometers away from the center of Ven...more

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Excelsior Hotel

If you would like to be based in close proximity to all of Venice’s attractions while being lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves instead of the sound of hundred of tourists, the 5 star Hotel Excelsior is perfect.

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Danieli Hotel

The legendary 5 star Danieli Hotel overlooks the Venice Lagoon and is only 200 m from St Mark's Square. The exquisite design of this hotel may even look familiar as it was used to shot some of the scenes of “The Tourist”...more

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Cipriani Hotel

The iconic 5 star Belmond Cipriani Hotel on Giudecca Island offers a luxurious refuge from the busy streets of Venice whilst still being in close proximity to all the sights.

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Saturnia and International Hotel

The Saturnia and International Hotel is a historical, family run 4 star hotel set in a traditional 14th century Venetian building close to St Marks Square.

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Locanda Del Ghetto

Locanda Del Ghetto is only a 3 star hotel but it offers a unique and special stay experience in Venice with a friendly home away from home atmosphere.

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