Frescoed lagoon sanctuary
Gondolas pull directly up to the private canal landing, leading into marble halls hung with glittering Murano chandeliers.
“A private canal makes for "a remarkable arrival and departure experience" at this hotel, the oldest in Venice and the closest to St. Mark’s Square.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
A twelfth-century palazzo once sheltering the Knights Templar, featuring eighteenth-century frescoes painted by pupils of Giambattista Tiepolo.
Remarkable
Venice's oldest operating lodging maintains classical hospitality rituals beneath glittering Murano chandeliers and silk-lined walls.
Notable
Arrivals via dedicated private canal dock give way to attentive concierges and marble-ensconced suites.
What they say
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The words ‘comfortably aristocratic’ describe the rooms and suites, which boast fine linens and marble-ensconced bathrooms.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set just fifty meters from Saint Mark Square, the hotel looks out across the basin toward San Giorgio Island.
The rooms
Interiors pair Rubelli silk brocades with antique furnishings and Italian marble bathrooms, some opening to balconies overlooking the canal.
The spa
The subterranean retreat holds a mosaic-tiled Turkish hammam, ergonomic relaxation loungers, and suites for INSIUM botanical treatments.
The Canova Bar
Guests gather at the curved brass counter for morning espresso and evening aperitivi beneath classical wall paintings.
An understated, private landing stage for gondolas and water taxis on a side canal of the lagoon marks the entrance to the lovely Baglioni Hotel Luna.
At the table
Santo Mare presents the daily catch on shaved ice, and breakfast is served under the ballroom's historic ceiling frescoes.
How it began
Housed in a twelfth-century palazzo that once sheltered the Knights Templar, the building operated as an inn as early as 1574.
Stay here
Baglioni Hotel Luna
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.