Hotel Bella Venezia is a hotel destination wedding venue in Venezia, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Aeroporto di Venezia) (VCE), 20–30 minutes by water taxi; 60+ minutes by bus + water transit. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Hotel Bella Venezia
Guests arrive by private water taxi or gondola directly to Hotel Bella Venezia's dock on the Grand Canal, stepping into a 4-star property positioned at the heart of San Marco.
About Hotel Bella Venezia
Guests arrive by private water taxi or gondola directly to Hotel Bella Venezia's dock on the Grand Canal, stepping into a 4-star property positioned at the heart of San Marco.
The hotel's 40 rooms offer views of Venice's most iconic basilica and waterways, with ceremony and reception spaces that open onto the lagoon itself.
Your wedding day unfolds across centuries-old Venetian architecture while guests experience authentic canal-side dining and Renaissance-era ambiance.
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Great hotel right in the heart of Venice. Nice staff including reception and room maids. Good breakfast
Fardad Gharebaghi · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- VCE, 30 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located at Piazza San Marco 4710, steps from St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace
- 40-room property with direct water access via private dock; guests arrive by gondola or water taxi
- Google rating of 4.3/5 stars from verified guests
- Rooftop terrace with 360-degree lagoon and basilica views for cocktail receptions
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMWelcome reception on rooftop terrace; guests arrive via water taxi/gondola
- 11:00 AMCeremony in ground-floor salon or courtyard overlooking the canal
- 12:30 PMCocktail hour on rooftop with basilica views
- 2:00 PMMulti-course reception dinner in main dining room or private room
- 10:00 PMDessert and dancing; late-night aperitivo on terrace
- 9:00 AMFarewell brunch for overnight guests; checkout by noon
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- VCE · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport (Aeroporto di Venezia).
- Typical total
- €8,000–25,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000–25,000+ (50-person wedding with accommodations and catering)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500–3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €80–150 a headAisle estimate
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€80–150 (Venetian menu, wine, service; varies by season and selections)
- Room rate
- €150–350 a nightAisle estimate
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€150–350 (room rates vary; wedding group discounts available)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 041 894 3268
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Florals, photography, musicians, and transportation are typically separate. Request formal proposal for exact pricing.
Questions about the venue
How do wedding guests arrive at the venue?+
Guests travel by water taxi from Marco Polo Airport (~20 minutes) or arrive via gondola from nearby vaporetto stops. The hotel's private dock eliminates the need for street-level transfers.
What is the ceremony capacity?+
The property accommodates 20–150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces, including the rooftop terrace and ground-floor salon overlooking the canal.
Are accommodations included with the wedding package?+
Hotel Bella Venezia offers special group rates for wedding guests staying in its 40 rooms. Rates vary seasonally; inquire directly for wedding party discounts.
What is included in the wedding services?+
Standard packages include venue rental, catering through the on-site restaurant, setup/breakdown, and access to hotel amenities. À la carte options for florals, photography, and entertainment are available through preferred vendors or your own.
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.