Donà Palace
Donà Palace offers a logistical advantage that matters: your guests can sleep steps from your ceremony.
Donà Palace is a hotel destination wedding venue in Venezia, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 35-90 minutes depending on transport method. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Donà Palace
Donà Palace offers a logistical advantage that matters: your guests can sleep steps from your ceremony.
This 4-star hotel in Venice's San Marco district provides both event space and accommodation under one roof, eliminating the hunt for separate venues.
The 16th-century palazzo delivers Venetian grandeur without requiring guests to navigate multiple locations across the city's labyrinthine streets.
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The location is great, just a few steps from SM Square. Of course, like everything in Venice, it needs additional measures to maintain cleanliness.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- VCE, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 4-star hotel with on-site accommodation for 60+ guests, reducing logistics for destination wedding planning
- Located at S. Marco 391, directly in Venice's historic center within walking distance of St. Mark's Basilica
- Google rating of 4.6/5 stars reflecting guest experience and service quality
- 16th-century authentic palazzo architecture providing period elegance for ceremonies and receptions
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at Donà Palace
- 6:00 PMWelcome aperitivo on palazzo terrace
- 4:00 PMCeremony in palazzo hall
- 6:00 PMReception and dinner
- 11:00 AMGuest departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- VCE · 35-90 minutes depending on transport method
Guests fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000-50,000+Aisle estimate
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€15,000-50,000+ for 50-75 guests (ceremony, reception, 2-night stay)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,000-5,000Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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€2,000-5,000 (estimated, contact venue for exact pricing)
- Reception
- €80-180 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€80-180 (estimated for food/beverage, varies by menu and season)
- Room rate
- €150-400+ / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€150-400+ per room (4-star hotel rates, seasonal variation)
- Weather window
- June – September
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 041 520 2089
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Donà Palace?+
Yes. The venue operates as a hotel with event facilities, allowing you to host ceremonies and receptions on-site while guests stay in the property.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The palace can accommodate 20-150 guests depending on room configurations and event layout.
What are the transportation options from the airport?+
Marco Polo Airport is 8km away. Guests can arrive by water taxi (35-50 minutes, €120-140), boat shuttle (60 minutes, €15-20), or mixed transport via bus/train/water taxi (90+ minutes, €10-30).
Does the venue include guest accommodations?+
Yes, Donà Palace is a 4-star hotel. Guest rooms are available at varying nightly rates, typically €150-400+ depending on season and room type.
What is the venue's cancellation policy?+
Contact the venue directly at https://www.donapalace.it/it/dona-palace/ for current event cancellation terms and conditions.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.