At a Glance
This refined palazzo is perfectly located steps away from San Marco Square. New meets old in the hotel's common spaces, including the Venetian-frescoed dining rooms. The elegantly appointed suites feature lots of antiques but have also been renovated with modern touches.
Indagare Loves
- Their two-bedroom San Giorgio Terrace suite with an expansive terrace that sits overlooking the St. Mark’s basin
- The location, a short walk from San Marco Square
Review
Like many hotels along the Grand Canal, the palazzo that houses the Luna Baglioni has a colorful — and long — history. It is reported to be the the oldest lodging in Venice, dating to 1118 when it served as a convent. After Napoleon occupied Venice in 1796, when the building was destroyed, it was rebuilt and transformed into an elaborately decorated palace for an aristocratic family. Some of their original chandeliers, furniture and painted frescoes are preserved throughout the hotel today.
The hotel manages a successful balance between honoring its long history while also updating interiors to be comfortable to the modern-day traveler. There are 108 rooms and suites, all of which range in layout and style. But all have a refined, updated elegance thanks to a neutral toned palette, with romantic gilded chairs and headboards.
To mark the hotel’s 40th anniversary, Luna Baglioni renovated the two-bedroom San Giorgio Terrace Suite with expansive interiors and a 1,100 square-foot private terrace overlooking St. Mark’s basin and San Giorgio Island. Located on the third floor, it is perfectly appointed for families with a small, state-of-the-art kitchen off of the living room area.
The hotel's location is another big draw for travelers who like staying in midst of the action: it's a few doors down from the Bellini-inventing Harry’s Bar and surrounded by upscale boutiques.
Who Should Stay
Visitors looking for well-priced, hands-on service (request a high floor to avoid the street noise during the daytime hours). The hotel boasts many return clients who appreciate the terrific location and friendly staff.
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