Best Luxury Hotels in San Marco

San Marco, the heart of Venice, is the city’s most iconic district, renowned for its historic landmarks and dominated by the magnificent St Mark’s Basilica with its glittering mosaics and intricate architecture, the area also features the impressive Campanile and the Doge’s Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic design. The bustling Piazza San Marco serves as the city’s main square, lined with elegant cafes such as Caffè Florian, which has welcomed visitors since the 18th century. While its proximity to the Grand Canal and iconic attractions makes it the ultimate destination for experiencing Venice’s rich history and vibrant charm.

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

Violino d’Oro Venezia 

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 32 Rooms & Suites Including Five Suites With Artisanal Venetian Craftsmanship.
Amenities Features A Restaurant & Bar Offering Traditional & Regional Dishes Along With Cocktails & Cicchetti.
More Located In The Heart Of Venice's San Marco District With Easy Access To Iconic Landmarks.

Violino d’Oro Venezia is an elegant, inventive, and exquisitely designed boutique hotel set in the heart of the city. This 5-star hotel is the brainchild of the aunt-and-niece team, Sara and Elena Maestrelli, brought to life with the imaginative flair of architects Piera Tempesti Benelli, Riccardo Burigana, and Tiziano Folin. Within close proximity of iconic landmarks such as St Mark’s Basilica, Harry’s Bar, and Rio San Moise, this 32-room boutique hotel is a the perfect base from which to explore Venice. It showcases an impressive art collection that ranges from classical to contemporary, paintings, glass art, and textiles, along with historical tile work and an authentic Venetian seminato floor. Within the hotel, Piccolo Ristorante and Bar, serves traditional and regional dishes tastes, along with cocktails, and guests are always guaranteed a warm welcome.  with cocktails and chicchetti in the elegant comfort reminiscent of a beloved Venetian friend’s home.

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Violino d’Oro Venezia 

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

Nolinski Venezia

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 43 Refined Rooms & Suites With Classic Venetian Design Overlooking The Lagoon Or City.
Amenities Features Include A Heated Indoor Pool, Spa With Hammam & Sauna, Fine Dining With Italian Cuisine, Courtyard Terrace & A Fitness Centre.
More Located Within A Historic Building In The Heart Of Venice Near The Grand Canal.

​​Nolinski Venezia, EVOK’s first destination outside of France, is a historic 43-bedroom hotel located in the former old Stock Exchange building in Venice. The hotel’s design, crafted by the French-Italian duo Lecoadic-Scotto, blends Art Nouveau, Stile Liberty, and Modernism in perfect harmony. Situated close to the iconic Piazza San Marco and La Fenice opera house, the hotel captures the refined art de vivre and carnivalesque fantasy of Venice. Nolinski Venezia offers a peaceful oasis discreetly away from the popular shopping district, featuring its own courtyard restaurant and an indoor rooftop swimming pool with stunning 360-degree views of the city skyline. The gastronomy at Nolinski Venezia is overseen by Two-Michelin-starred Chef Philip Chronopoulos, who introduces two restaurants. The courtyard-based Il Caffè Restaurant, inspired by Venetian palaces and the art of the gondola, serves traditional Italian dishes with a contemporary twist, using 100% Italian ingredients. The Library Bar, adorned with art by Simon Buret and a curated library of over four thousand books, offers guests a chance to enjoy live piano music while savouring exquisite cocktails created by Jérémy Bacquet, the Creative Director of the Evok Group’s Bars.

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

Il Palazzo Experimental

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 32 Rooms & Suites Featuring High Ceilings & Canal Or Garden Views With Terrazzo Floors & Marble Accents.
Amenities On-Site Dining Includes An Italian Restaurant With Locally Sourced Cuisine & A Vibrant Cocktail Bar.
More Located In Venice's Dorsoduro District Near Cultural Attractions With A Private Garden & Canal-Side Terrace.

Nestled near cultural landmarks such as the Guggenheim Collection and Accademia Gallery, Il Palazzo Experimental serves as a hub for both tourists and locals. Its 32 well-appointed rooms and suites are bathed in natural light and offer views of a serene canal and garden. The collaboration between the Experimental Group and the founders of the Italian Supper Club has led to the establishment of Adriatica Restaurant, promising an authentic Italian culinary journey with locally sourced ingredients. The bar, designed by Cristina Celestino, pays homage to Venice through a symphony of marble and antique mirrors, drawing inspiration from Carlo Scarpa.

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Il Palazzo Experimental

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

Palazzina Grassi

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 25 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Features 'The Restaurant; with Show Kitchen, Rooftop Terrace, all Overlooking the Grand Canal
More Situated in Venice's San Marco District

Taking us back to the artery of Venice, PalazzinaG and its rooftop eatery, are perched alongside the Grand Canal. But, like the JW Marriott, it eschews antique interiors. Instead, guests will find chic French infused interior design by Philippe Starck. While displaying modern decor with many an artistic statement piece, the hotel nods to the building’s previous life as a Roman Spa (look out for the giant columns). Rooms come equipped with Bottega Veneto toiletries, nightly sweet treats and – if you bring your pooch – canine beds and bowls too.

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 82 Rooms & Suites, Some with Grand Canal Views
Amenities Club Del Doge Restaurant Serving Venetian Cuisine, the Gritti Terrace, Bar Longhi & Riva Lounge for Cocktails, the Gritti Spa by Sisley Paris, Fitness Centre, The Gritti Epicurean School
More Located on Venice's Grand Canal

The Gritti Palace dates back to 1475, although didn’t become a hotel until just before the turn of the 20th century. Opening right up onto the Grand Canal, with its own private jetty, the Luxury Collection property has 82 bedrooms. Inside, guests can enjoy the Sisley Paris spa, hammam and hairdressing services, or take cookery classes at the Gritti Epicurean School. Its Club del Doge restaurant serves an award-winning Venetian heritage-themed menu. These dishes are (in part) crafted using vegetables from the hotel’s private garden, which is hidden on an island in the lagoon. The resulting gourmet meals can be taken in the sumptuous dining room, or on the candlelit waterside terrace. And the Gritti Palace’s Riva Lounge – styled to reflect the mid-century design of the Monaco Yacht Club – is one of the most glamorous spots in town for late-night cocktails.

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The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

Baglioni Hotel Luna

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 68 Rooms & 36 Suites, Adorned with Period Furnishings & Murano Chandeliers
Amenities Elegant Setting Reflecting Classic Venetian Style, Dining Includes Canova Restaurant, Bistrot & Bar, Baglioni Spa Venice with Wet Steam Bath & Massage Rooms, Lounge with Live Music
More Located in the Heart of San Marco next to Piazza San Marco

Located in the heart of Venice, and overlooking the San Marco Basin, this world-class 5-star hotel is elegant, sophisticated and offers the best of Italian luxury. All the romantic rooms and prestigious suites are decorated in luxe Venetian style and offer opulent comfort.  The hotel is also home to the award-winning Canova Restaurant – with a cosy atmosphere and a menu that represents the elegance and finesse of the international food and wine scene. Artistic, culinary and cultural experiences can also be arranged for guests to enjoy – a fine choice for a historic and romantic escape!

Veneto, Venice, San Marco

The St. Regis Venice

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 126 Guestrooms & 37 Suites, Some with Private Terraces Overlooking the Grand Canal
Amenities Dining options Feature Gio's Restaurant & Terrace, St Regis Bar, & Arts Bar, Giniori Garden, Valmont Spa & 24-hr Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly & Signature St Regis Butler Service
More Located in San Marco overlooking the Grand CanalLocated in San Marco overlooking the Grand Canal

Guest staying in the 130 guestrooms and 39 suites of the St Regis all benefit from the brand’s attentive take on butler service, while some also enjoy private terraces with plush furnishings and panoramic views. The building, just a few minute’s stroll from the Piazza San Marco, is over 150 years old and avant-garde both inside and out. Its Italianate garden provides a backdrop in which you can eat, drink, or just relax, away from the tourist throng and features geometric patterning, curlicue topiary, rose planting and pathways. Or you can dine on modern Venetian cuisine in Gio’s Restaurant and sip cocktails in the Arts Bar.





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