An intimate 18-room hotel in a restored 15th-century Grand Canal palazzo, Palazzo Venart combines Venetian baroque interiors with modern amenities. The lush private garden — a rarity in Venice — and the restaurant Glam (with Michelin star) make this one of Venice's most exclusive addresses.
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel occupies a meticulously restored 15th-century Grand Canal palazzo in Venice's Santa Croce sestiere, offering 18 individually designed rooms and suites in a setting of intimate, boutique-scale luxury. The palazzo retains its original architectural fabric — coffered timber ceilings, terrazzo floors, stone columns, and arched loggias — combined with contemporary furnishings conceived by interior architect Kasia Gatkowska. Each of the 18 rooms has a distinct identity, palette, and dimensions; no two are alike.
Perhaps the most remarkable feature of Palazzo Venart is its private garden — a large, well-planted green space opening off the ground-floor rooms and facing the Grand Canal. Such gardens are extraordinarily rare in central Venice, where buildable space has been occupied for centuries. The garden provides a tranquil outdoor sitting area through spring, summer, and autumn, and the Grand Canal terrace at the garden's edge serves as the hotel's signature daytime vantage point over the water.
The Michelin-starred restaurant Glam, led by chef Donato Ascani, is one of Venice's most respected contemporary dining rooms, combining Italian culinary tradition with international technique and an exceptional wine programme. A full breakfast is served each morning in the historic dining room or on the terrace. The hotel's small, dedicated team maintains a highly attentive service ethos, with a concierge who arranges private boat tours, Murano glass-blowing visits, pre-opening Accademia gallery access, and other curated Venetian experiences.
The Santa Croce location offers proximity without crowding: Venice Santa Lucia train station is a 5-minute walk, making arrivals and departures straightforward. The Rialto Bridge is 10 minutes on foot and Piazza San Marco is reachable in 15–20 minutes. The surrounding neighbourhood retains a genuinely residential character, with local bacari, grocery shops, and artisan workshops. The hotel operates under the LDC Hotels Italy group.
Amenities
- private garden
- Michelin restaurant
- Grand Canal view
- wifi
- concierge
Location
Santa Croce, 1961, 30135 Venezia VE
45.4406, 12.3259 View on map
Highlights
- Intimate 18-room Grand Canal palazzo with a rare extensive private garden in central Venice
- Michelin-starred restaurant Glam with Italian contemporary cuisine and exceptional wine programme
- 15th-century architectural fabric with coffered ceilings and terrazzo floors
- 5-minute walk from Venice Santa Lucia train station; 10 minutes to the Rialto
- Each of the 18 rooms individually designed with no two alike in character or layout
Tips for visiting
- Garden-facing rooms and those overlooking the Grand Canal are the most serene — request a specific room type at booking
- Restaurant Glam accepts reservations from non-guests; book early for dinner as tables are limited
- The private garden is best enjoyed in spring and autumn when outdoor temperatures are ideal for meals and aperitivo
- Arriving by water taxi to the hotel's canal-side entrance is recommended over navigating with luggage through the city
- The Santa Croce neighbourhood has several excellent local cicchetti bars and bacari within a 5-minute walk
Accessibility
The palazzo has lift access to most guest room floors, but some areas of the historic building include original stone steps that cannot be bypassed. The private garden is accessible from the ground floor. Guests with wheelchair or mobility requirements should contact the hotel directly to confirm room allocation and assess specific access needs before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
How many rooms does Palazzo Venart have?
The hotel has 18 rooms and suites, all individually designed by interior architect Kasia Gatkowska. The intimate scale gives the property the feel of a private residence rather than a conventional hotel.
Does Palazzo Venart have a private garden?
Yes, one of the hotel's most distinctive features is a rare private garden facing the Grand Canal — an extraordinary amenity in central Venice where outdoor green space is extremely scarce.
Is restaurant Glam open to non-guests?
Yes, restaurant Glam accepts reservations from visitors not staying at the hotel. Tables are limited and advance booking is essential, particularly in high season from April through October.
How close is Palazzo Venart to the train station?
The hotel is approximately a 5-minute walk from Venice Santa Lucia train station, making it one of the most practically located luxury hotels in Venice for guests arriving by rail.