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The St. RegisVenice

The St.

Ceremony
20 seated
Reception
150 seated
Nearest airport
VCE · 30–45 minutes by water taxi; 60–75 minutes by vaporetto
Open season
JuneSeptember
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.7 /5 · 839

The St. Regis Venice 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), 30–45 minutes by water taxi; 60–75 minutes by vaporetto. Best months: June, July, August, September.

01 · In a sentence

The St. Regis Venice in Venezia, open JuneSeptember.

The St.

Regis Venice holds the rare distinction of occupying a 16th-century palazzo directly on Piazza San Marco, offering waterfront ceremony backdrops that few Venetian venues can match.

This Marriott-affiliated luxury hotel combines direct canal access with Renaissance architecture, allowing guests to arrive by private gondola or boat.

With a 4.7-star rating, it delivers high-touch service for celebrations of 20–150 guests.

What can I say? This was a superb experience. The staff went the extra mile and were very welcoming. The location and the views that come with it are perfect. The hotel is chic and modern, unlike most of the properties in Venice. This is the ideal place stay in the city. The restaurant is excellent as well. I would definitely go back again and again. A Luxurious delight

James Doherty
02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

Located on Piazza San Marco with direct Grand Canal waterfront access for boat arrivals

Note 02

Historic 16th-century palazzo architecture with original frescoed ceilings in event spaces

Note 03

On-site accommodations with 161 rooms, allowing guests to stay within the venue

Note 04

Private dining terraces and indoor salons that can host ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsals

03 · The season

Best held in June, July, August.

The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at The St. Regis Venice.

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Peak · booked earlyOpen · typically availableShoulder · quieterClosed to weddings
04 · Hold a date

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May 2026
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Choose a day from the calendar.

We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.

05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

Day Before · day 01
  • AfternoonGuest arrival; welcome reception in palazzo lounge or waterfront salon
Wedding Day · day 02
  • 3:00 PMGuest arrival by water taxi; cocktail reception on palazzo terrace overlooking Grand Canal
  • 4:30 PMCeremony in palazzo ballroom or waterfront loggia
  • 5:30 PMCocktail hour and champagne toast on terrace
  • 7:00 PMMulti-course dinner and dancing in main ballroom
  • 11:00 PMLate-night aperitivo and dessert in lounge; guests depart by water taxi or stay at hotel
Day After · day 03
  • MorningOptional farewell brunch for remaining guests
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

VCE · 30–45 minutes by water taxi; 60–75 minutes by vaporetto

Guests fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport (Aeroporto di Venezia). The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

€25,000

Prices are estimates and do not include service charges (typically 18%), taxes (IVT 10%), or optional extras such as gondola processions, floral design, photography, or entertainment. St. Regis offers custom packages; contact the events team directly for formal quotes.

Ceremony fee

€3,000

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

€150 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€400 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Weather window

June – September

4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

Can we have an outdoor ceremony on the water?+

Yes. The hotel coordinates private gondola arrangements and can facilitate ceremonies on waterfront terraces or arrange decorated boat processions. Many couples exchange vows on the palazzo's canal-facing balconies or adjacent piazzetta spaces.

What is the guest capacity?+

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on room configuration. Intimate dinners fit in private salons; larger receptions use the main ballroom and adjoining terraces.

Are accommodations included?+

No, but the 161-room hotel offers on-site lodging at luxury rates. The St. Regis typically provides group room blocks and reduced rates for wedding parties. Guests enjoy easy access to all wedding events without traveling across the city.

What is the ceremony fee?+

Ceremony fees start around €3,000–€5,000 depending on guest count and selected space. Reception pricing is typically €150–€250+ per person, excluding service charges and taxes.

How do guests arrive?+

Guests depart Marco Polo Airport (9 km away) and take water taxis, private boats, or vaporetto (public water bus) to reach the palazzo. The hotel staff assists with all water-transport coordination.

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A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.