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Best Hotel in Venice by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2020 & 2018. One of Italy’s most enchanting secrets, San Clemente Palace is a city resort located on its own island in the Venice lagoon, just 10 minutes from San Marco Square via the hotel’s complimentary boats. A tranquil sanctuary on the doorstep of Venice, San Clemente Palace Kempinski is one of Italy’s most enchanting secrets. The stately resort immerses guests in the drama, glamour, and heritage of Venice. The 900-year-old landmark property is comprised of a series of beautifully restored monastery buildings, as well as a 12th-century chapel, and nearly 15 acres of ancient gardens, courtyards, and terraces boasting breath-taking views of the city on the horizon. San Clemente Palace Kempinski has 29 special and 37 junior suites, and 130 luxury rooms in which Venetian decorations blend with legacy design elements, while typical high Venetian ceilings create a sense of home. San Clemente Suite is selected as the “Europe's Leading Hotel Suite” in 2018. The hotel features three bars and three special restaurants, including a signature restaurant with terraces overlooking the lagoon. Indulge in the restaurants Acquerello and Insieme, offering exceptional interpretations of iconic Italian and Venetian specialties whereas Buddha-Bar Beach Restaurant & Pool Bar features a unique culinary experience that combines the signature dishes of the famous neo-Asian Buddha-Bar with unique local Italian and Mediterranean dishes and flavors.
San Clemente Palace Kempinski
Isola di San Clemente 1
San Marco
Venice, Italy
30124
Nearest Airport: VCE
Astonishing quality in details, customer attention and service. Top level personnel, from Check-in desk to Room Service. And the magic of Venice.
francescobD8637CK - Cagliari, Italy
Beautiful property and the staff was very attentive. It was a nice respite from the crowds in Venice. We also enjoyed an excellent dinner at the hotel with a wonderful view of the lagoon. Breakfast was also spectacular. All around wonderful experience.
K9760AAmichelles - Tampa, Florida
From the moment we were greeted at the door by the hotel manager to our warm reception and orientation by Manuela, our stay could not have been more perfect. The Palace experience is like being in a Slim Aaron’s photo. Warm blues, whites, rich greens of the gardens, every color of happiness. The grounds abound with magic, shaded lunch areas,a pool of Murano glass tiles that sparkle blue and look like diamonds underwater, imaginative hole golf ,jogging trail, Italian bikes to traverse the grounds. The Longevity Spa treatments will recharge you, the magnificent food will fuel you, and the magnificent staff will cater to your every need. Love them and they will not disappoint, we have never been treated more royally in our whole lifetime. We travelled as grandparents with young adult grandchildren of 18 and 21, all agree with the above. My only regret is that our combined age of 165 will limit our return, but there’s always a chance and a dream.
42n81z - Laguna Beach, California
San Clemente Palace is a sanctuary of art and history, floating just minutes from the heart of Venice. From the moment our boat taxi pulled up to the island, we knew we were somewhere extraordinary. The grounds are absolutely breathtaking - lush gardens, a 1,000 year old church, contemporary art, Venetian style....yep, all present and accounted for. So while the ferry to Venice is frequent and easy, but the beauty of the island makes you want to stay and savor the moment. Our room was beautifully appointed and offered a view of the lagoon. The staff was gracious, warm and attentive - without being intrusive. The included breakfast service is outstanding! The pool is a dream. If you’re looking for an unforgettable stay in Venice, this is the place.
Lyz N
From the minute you walk off the boat to the moment you leave the staff could not be more amazing. The building is what you imagine it will be when you read “Palace” in the name The restaurant is very under used by guests and that is a shame as the food is outstanding. The rooms are so quiet you feel you are the only people in the hotel. It is a perfect calm oasis away from the bustle of Venice. The 10 minute free shuttle is great and always on time This is truly a 5 star hotel and I cannot recommend this highly enough.
Mr_B_H_73 - Thatcham, United Kingdom
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