Hotel

Hotel Saturnia & International Venezia

30124 Venezia VE, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 30-45 minutes

Hotel Saturnia & International stands apart in Venice by offering a rare combination of direct Grand Canal access and 4-star accommodations within a single historic property, eliminating the logistical complexity of coordinating separate ceremony and reception venues across the lagoon. Located on Calle Larga XXII Marzo since the 19th century, this palazzo-turned-hotel provides couples with on-site lodging for 100+ guests, a full-service restaurant, and authentic Venetian architecture without requiring water taxi transfers between locations. The hotel's 4.6-star Google rating reflects consistent execution across ceremonies, receptions, and multi-day guest experiences.

Highlights

Direct Grand Canal waterfront access for boat arrivals and photographic positioning
On-site 4-star hotel with capacity to accommodate 100+ wedding guests overnight
19th-century palazzo architecture with original Venetian structural elements and period details
Full restaurant and bar facilities within the property for ceremonies, receptions, and welcome events
Located on Calle Larga XXII Marzo, steps from St. Mark's Square and major tourist attractions

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportVCE

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Plan your wedding at Hotel Saturnia & International Venezia

Getting there

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

30-45 minutes to venue

Water taxi

$100-130 per trip

30 minutes · Direct motorized boat service from airport to hotel Grand Canal entrance

Vaporetto (water bus)

$15 per person

60 minutes · Public water bus Line 5 from airport to San Marco stop; 5-minute walk to hotel

Private gondola

$150-200 per trip

45 minutes · Scenic alternative for guest arrivals or bride/groom transport

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

$2,000-4,000

Reception (per guest)

$80-150

Accommodation (per night)

$250-500 per room

Estimated total

$18,000-35,000 for 75-100 guests (ceremony, reception, basic 2-night accommodation block)

Pricing varies by season (higher May-October), number of guests, menu selections, and room categories. Hotel typically requires room block commitments. Separate gondolier, photographer, and florist fees apply.

Sample wedding weekend

Day 1 (Friday)

3:00 PMGuest arrivals at Marco Polo Airport; water taxi transfers to Hotel Saturnia with check-in

6:00 PMWelcome aperitivo on hotel terrace overlooking Grand Canal

Day 2 (Saturday)

11:00 AMBride preparation in hotel suite; groom and wedding party ready in separate rooms

3:30 PMCeremony in hotel's salon or waterfront space

4:00 PMCocktail hour with Grand Canal views

7:00 PMFormal reception dinner in hotel restaurant

Day 3 (Sunday)

10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departures via water taxi to airport

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we accommodate guests who arrive by boat?

Yes. The hotel's Grand Canal frontage allows water taxi and gondola arrivals directly at the property. The hotel concierge assists with water transportation coordination for arriving guests.

What is the maximum guest capacity?

The venue accommodates up to 150 guests for receptions and ceremonies. On-site hotel rooms can lodge approximately 100 guests across multiple nights.

Are ceremony and reception spaces available on the same property?

Yes. The hotel offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces for both ceremonies and receptions, eliminating the need to move between separate venues.

What catering options are available?

The hotel operates a full restaurant with customizable menu options. Couples can arrange everything from intimate dinners to formal multi-course receptions through the hotel's culinary team.

Is parking available for guests?

Venice has no road vehicles. Guests arrive by water taxi, vaporetto (water bus), gondola, or on foot. The hotel staff can arrange water transportation pickup from Marco Polo Airport.