Venice is somewhere everyone should visit at least once in their lives to experience the fabulous artworks, breathtaking architecture and huge piazzas on such a grand scale. It ideally lends itself to a romantic weekend with someone special; a surprise treat makes it even more magical. Pavement cafés with string quartets, buzzing trattoria serving local cuisine, cocktails served on a hotel terrace overlooking the Canal, and the idiosyncratic and pricey gondolas all make Venice a very unique and special place.
The ideal luxury hotel to complement such a weekend is somewhere discreet and a little off the beaten track. Perhaps a boutique hotel with individual rooms and personal service. Consider some of the following boutique hotels in Venice to really set the tone of the vacation, although you may have to book early to get the best pick.
Set in the Dorsodoro area of Venice, Pensione Accademia is a short walk from the Grand Canal and the Zattere quayside, this homely boutique hotel is set in a 17th century Venetian villa, complete with small garden areas. Share a bottle of Lambrusco as you relax on the garden chairs at the end of the day. With just 25 rooms and 2 garden suites this charming boutique hotel guarantees a quiet night's sleep and a breakfast feast.
Hotel Flora: This intimate and charming boutique hotel is tucked behind St Marks' Square. Decorated in 16th century style, the 43 rooms are elegant and intimate. Perfect for music lovers, the Hotel Flora is close to the newly restored Teatro La Fenice. There are also many church concerts nearby which are regularly held in Santa Maria Formosa Church and in La Pieta. Once the School of Painting, this historic palazzo is enhanced by the lovely gardens in which drinks, coffee and breakfast is served.
Residenza C' Bauta is smaller still, with just 7 rooms and 3 suites. It is close to the Fondazione Querini-Stampalia and the San Zaccaria area with its famous churches filled with breathtaking artwork by some of the Venetian masters. The receptionist will be sporting her traditional baute, a cloak worn during Carnival and first worn here, hence the name of this boutique hotel. The suites here are worth splashing out on for the extra space, private terrace and the jacuzzi bathtub.
San Clemente Palace is the ultimate island retreat, set in a former monastery on its own island, yet just a few minutes by motor launch from all the famous sights. Definitely one of the most opulent luxury hotels in Venice, the San Clemente Palace enjoys a serene setting with unique views of this historic city. Enjoy the gardens and swimming pool, the spacious and elegant rooms with antique furniture and luxurious fabrics. Truly one of the best luxury hotels in Venice for those splashing out on a honeymoon or special event.
Alex Brey co-founded Luxique, and has had a passion for travel for more than 20 years. So much so, he convinced others to join him in his pursuit to create a travel documentary highlighting some of the globe's finest destinations. During an almost three year process, he got to stay in some outstanding luxury hotels, soak up some vibrant cultures and enjoy some of the world's finest cuisines. He realized that the decision-making process for planning the perfect trip - from choosing the destination to getting the right hotel room - was something that could be improved. And so came the birth of Luxique, the website that caters for the discerning traveler.
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