Bauer Il Palazzo

Set in a prestigious 18th century building, this luxury hotel boasts panoramic views of the Grand Canal. Its lavish Venetian rooms include a large marble bathroom, 3 minutes’ walk from St. Mark’s Square.

All rooms at Bauer Il Palazzo feature rich fabrics, gilt mirrors and Murano glass chandeliers. Each room is equipped with satellite TV, and Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Some rooms offer views of the lagoon, others overlook the canal.

A varied breakfast buffet is served daily on the rooftop terrace with exclusive views of the Venice skyline. The De Pisis restaurant offers a gourmet menu every evening, and guests can enjoy a cocktail or traditional spritz at the B Bar in the winter, or on the Bar Canale terrace in the summer.

Staff can arrange a candlelit dinner on the canal or tango lessons on the terrace, upon request. The hotel’s rooftop hot tub can be booked in advance, and full spa facilities are available at the Palladio sister hotel on Giudecca Island. A free shuttle service connects the two hotels.

San Marco Vallaresso Vaporetto stop is 2 minutes’ walk away, and it is a 40-minute ride to the car parks at Piazzale Roma square and to Santa Lucia Train Station. Private transfers with a luggage porter can be organized on request.

Rooms: 82
Rate: 315 - 2300 EUR
Hotel chain: Small Luxury Hotels of the World

The concierge at Bauer Il Palazzo can organise a variety of services such as water transfers, banquets, private events, and even tango lessons on the hotel's terrace.

Try De Pisis gourmet restaurant where you can admire a romantic view of the Grand Canal.

Breakfast is served at Settimo Cielo, both lounge and terrace overlooking the magical city of Venice and its lagoon.

During the summer you can enjoy live music at the elegant Bar Canale, a cosy bar set on a terrace overlooking the Grand Canal and Chiesa della Salute.

At the B-Bar, relax in an intimate lounge area for cocktails and snacks. During the winter, B-Bar features live music and entertainment.

Bauer Il Palazzo is set on the Grand Canal, near famous Venetian landmarks such as the Doges Palace. Nearby you will also find high-fashion boutiques and shops.

From Piazzale Roma (where you can find car parks and garages):
- Take vaporetto (Venice's public water bus) number 1 or 2 to the San Marco/Vallaresso station. This is an approximate 40-minute boat ride on line 1, and a 25-minute ride on line 2. From St. Mark’s Square go down Calle Vallaresso until you reach the end, then turn left on Campo San Moisè. This is a 5-minute walk.

From Santa Lucia Railway Station:
- Water taxis are available in front of the railway station and will bring you to the hotel’s private dock. This is a 15-minute ride.
- Take vaporetto line 1 or 2 to San Marco Vallaresso and follow the above directions.

From Venice Marco Polo Airport:
- Take a water taxi directly to the hotel dock. This is a 40-minute ride.
- From the airport water dock you can take the Alilaguna boat to San Marco. It will take you approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach the hotel.

A private transfer with hostess and luggage porter can be organized by the hotel’s concierge. Please contact the hotel for more information.