The Venetian Penthouse

Hotel Description

Nestled in the heart of Venice’s historic San Marco district, The Venetian Penthouse stands as a beacon of luxury and sophistication in this timeless city of canals. This exceptional 4-star accommodation offers guests an unparalleled experience, combining classic Venetian elegance with modern amenities. Located at 3898 San Marco in the prestigious 30124 area of Venice, Italy, the hotel enjoys a privileged position that places guests within walking distance of the city’s most iconic landmarks. The remarkable 9.6 rating attests to its excellence, positioning it among the most highly acclaimed accommodations in Venice, with guests consistently praising its impeccable service, stunning views, and attention to detail.

The Venetian Penthouse’s strategic location in San Marco puts guests at the epicenter of Venetian culture and history. Just moments away lies the magnificent Piazza San Marco, often described as “the drawing room of Europe,” where visitors can marvel at the Byzantine splendor of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Gothic grandeur of the Doge’s Palace. The hotel’s address places it within the labyrinth of charming canals and narrow alleyways that define Venice’s unique character. From the hotel, guests can easily stroll to the iconic Rialto Bridge spanning the Grand Canal, or explore the countless artisan shops, traditional bacari (wine bars), and authentic Venetian restaurants that populate this enchanting district. The nearby Accademia Bridge offers a convenient passage to the artistic treasures of the Dorsoduro district, including the renowned Gallerie dell’Accademia with its masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, and Tintoretto.

What truly sets The Venetian Penthouse apart, as reflected in its exceptional 9.6 rating, is its ability to immerse guests in the authentic Venetian experience while providing the comforts of a world-class establishment. The hotel occupies a meticulously restored historic building that showcases the rich architectural heritage of Venice, with many rooms featuring original details such as exposed wooden beams, terrazzo flooring, and Murano glass chandeliers. The accommodations are thoughtfully designed to provide modern luxury while honoring Venetian aesthetics, with sumptuous fabrics, elegant furnishings, and panoramic views of the city’s distinctive skyline or the tranquil canals below. The hotel’s rooftop terrace offers a breathtaking 360-degree vista of Venice, from the domes of St. Mark’s to the distant lagoon islands, making it an ideal spot for enjoying a prosecco as the sun sets over this magnificent floating city. The dedicated concierge service, intimately familiar with Venice’s hidden gems, curates personalized experiences for guests—from private gondola tours along secluded waterways to exclusive after-hours visits to cultural sites and reservations at the finest restaurants. Whether visiting for romance, cultural enrichment, or simply to soak in the incomparable atmosphere of Venice, The Venetian Penthouse provides an extraordinary base from which to discover the myriad wonders of La Serenissima, all while enjoying the comfort and refinement of one of the city’s most exceptional hotels.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $385. Apartment with Terrace with 2 × 1 large double bed for 1 – 4 guests

Reviews

• Kate from United Kingdom – 29 March 2025 (10/10)

  The property was absolutely beautiful. Spacious clean and the roof top terrace was a real added bonus looking over the roof tops and snow covered mountains in the distance.A private water taxi was organised by the hosts in advance and then we were me at our taxi stop on arrival by Diletta who took us to apartment . They booked return taxi too. All very efficient and helpful!!
  FANTASTIC apartment and hosts.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing not to like!

• Joseph from Australia – 15 January 2025 (9/10)

  The extent of the property with two bathrooms, a dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen. The furnishings were wonderful and he cosy feel overall was special.
  
  What could be improved: N/A

• Graham from United Kingdom – 23 October 2024 (9/10)

  Excellent position
  
  What could be improved: Lighting levels could be improved everywhere, also very difficult to read.

• İrem from Turkey – 18 October 2024 (9/10)

  We stayed in the house as 4 people and we fit the house perfectly as it was spacious. The location of the house was great too. Also, the terrace was very nice.
  
  What could be improved: The heater of the one room was not working so we were cold the first night. Yet, it was fixed the next day. The fast responsiveness of the host/company was great.

• Pia from Denmark – 12 October 2024 (10/10)

  Charming and cozy
  
  What could be improved: Liked everything

• Suzanne from United Kingdom – 29 September 2024 (10/10)

  Wow, what a property! What a city! We booked to celebrate my youngest reaching 21 and eldest child graduating their MA. We received Incredibly professional communication from booking to the point of our departure. We felt very welcome in the city. The property is absolutely beautiful and in a convenient location to discovery this unique and beautiful city, restaurants, wonderful shopping and all the major sights are in easy walking distance. The appartment is unique, furnished to a high standard, spacious and very well equipped. We enjoyed breakfast on the terrace and later in the early evening for Aperitifs. The hosts organised a water taxi for our arrival. We received a friendly welcome quayside and were helped to the appartment which was a short and convenient walk. I can certainly recommend a private transfer from the airport for a wonderful and fun start to your trip. We are fortunate to travel a great deal, and have enjoyed staying in stunning properties and locations around the world. We own our own holiday home in a beautiful European city so we have pretty high standards, but we all agreed this is probably one of our favourite properties and cities we have stayed in. I really recommend this property.
  
  What could be improved: We had to leave.

• Andrew from United Kingdom – 18 May 2024 (9/10)

  The apartment was super, with plenty of room for 4 guests. We appreciated the artwork, books and antiques, the sitting room was very good and the sofas were large and super comfy, the outside decking area was great, as was the location. We would love to go again!
  
  What could be improved: Very little, but coasters to save the marble top table and there was a tilt top side table with the wifi router on that was not secure, so there was a danger that a wine glass could spill onto the lovely silk sofa. We liked everything and just wanted to make sure it stayed lovely for the next guests.

• Melanie from Canada – 12 July 2023 (9/10)

  Very beautifully decorated appartement in a classical style. We wanted to experience the Venetian lifestyle and thisis the reason we rented this particular place. Terrace a great plus.
  
  What could be improved: Kitchen is understocked, no knives that really cut for example. But not dramatic. The appartement while beautiful is darker than we would have liked and ceilings are a bit low. But beautiful!

• Andy from United Kingdom – 4 May 2023 (10/10)

  We were met at the water bus station, taken to the apartment and shown around.
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing to dislike apart from the appalling weather on our last day.

• Kate from United States – 26 February 2023 (9/10)

  The apartment is spacious and comfortable, while being gorgeous and with lots of charm. The representative is swiftly responsive to answer questions.

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