About Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
The Danieli sits on Riva degli Schiavoni, the waterfront promenade beside St. Mark’s Square, looking out over the lagoon to San Giorgio Maggiore. After a long restoration, it reopened in summer 2026 as Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel, with 120 rooms and suites. More rooms will be added when work on the third building finishes in 2027.
What sets it apart is its setting across three linked palazzos, including Palazzo Dandolo, a Venetian Gothic palace built in 1471, and Palazzo Casa Nuova, which once held the treasury of the Venetian Republic. It suits couples and travelers who want a famous grand hotel in the heart of the city.
At a glance
Highlights
- Reopened as a Four Seasons in 2026
- Palazzo Dandolo from 1471
- Terrazza Danieli rooftop
- Views of San Giorgio Maggiore
- Steps from St. Mark's Square
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- 120 rooms and suites at reopening
- Interiors in Palazzo Dandolo and Casa Nuova renovated by designer Pierre-Yves Rochon
- Many rooms with lagoon views
- Palazzo Danieli Excelsior due to reopen in 2027 with more rooms
Restaurants and bars
The hotel is not all-inclusive.
- Terrazza Danieli: rooftop restaurant with lagoon views, led by executive chef Adriano Rausa, with many dishes finished at the table
- The bar: classic cocktails for the Italian aperitivo hour
Beach, pools and spa
There is no pool and no beach. The Danieli Spa was scheduled to open in late 2026, with 3 treatment rooms, including one for couples, a sauna and a hammam.
Activities and entertainment
The hotel is a short walk from St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. The San Zaccaria vaporetto stop, with boats to the Lido and the lagoon islands, is right outside.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples, first-time visitors and fans of grand historic hotels who want to be steps from St. Mark’s.
- Consider another resort if: you want a pool or a quiet residential area away from the busiest part of Venice.
Getting there from Venice Marco Polo Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is across the lagoon on the mainland. A private water taxi takes about 30 minutes to the Riva degli Schiavoni waterfront in front of the hotel. Shared water buses take longer and make several stops.
Book your private transfer in advance so someone meets you at arrivals and takes you to the hotel’s door, without having to carry bags over bridges.
Good to know
- The hotel reopened in summer 2026 after a full restoration
- Part of the hotel is still being restored until 2027
- The rooftop terrace looks across to San Giorgio Maggiore
- Venice charges a city tourist tax per night
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FAQ about Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
Is the Danieli open?
Yes. It reopened in summer 2026 as a Four Seasons hotel.
How many rooms does the Danieli have?
120 rooms and suites at reopening, with more planned in 2027.
Where is the Danieli?
On Riva degli Schiavoni, a short walk from St. Mark's Square.
Does the hotel have a pool?
No.
Is there a spa?
The Danieli Spa was scheduled to open in late 2026, with a sauna and hammam.
What is the main restaurant?
Terrazza Danieli, a rooftop restaurant with lagoon views.
How old is the hotel building?
Palazzo Dandolo, the main building, dates from 1471.
How far is Venice Marco Polo Airport?
About 30 minutes by private water taxi.
Which vaporetto stop is closest?
San Zaccaria, just outside the hotel.
Who designed the new interiors?
Pierre-Yves Rochon renovated Palazzo Dandolo and Casa Nuova.
