Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, VenicevsThe St. Regis Venice
The Westin Europa & Regina, Venice and Belmond Hotel Cipriani are both praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Belmond Hotel Cipriani is the choice of most writers compared to The Westin Europa & Regina, Venice. Belmond Hotel Cipriani has a TripExpert Score of 93 with accolades from 16 reviewers including Gayot, Hideaway Report and Oyster.
Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice Show All Reviews
Giudecca 10, 30133 Venice
From $922/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"Long regarded as Venice's top hotel, the Cipriani is a gorgeously elegant inn set into a string of Renaissance-era buildings on 1.2 hectares (3 acres) at the tip of Giudecca." Full review
Concierge
"Cloistered among sweeping, verdant grounds on the island of Giudecca, across the Grand Canal from Piazza San Marco, the Cipriani is a luxurious world unto itself."
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But be sure to book far in advance: These mini-palazzi are popular with visiting sheiks and their security staff.
Insight Guides
"The most glamorous of Venetian hotels."
Travel + Leisure
"Giuseppe Cipriani’s legendary 1950’s getaway—silk lampshades and all-marble bathrooms—flanked by two 15th-century palazzos." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Set in luxurious gardens occupying the eastern tip of one of the the Lagoon Islands, the Cipriani has been one of the world’s great hotels since it opened in 1963."
Time Out
"Set amidst verdant gardens, the Cipriani has great facilities as well as a private harbour for your yacht and a good chance of rubbing shoulders with a film star." Full review
Gayot
"The Hotel Cipriani is home to Casanova Spa, highlighted by a space age room dedicated to the SeaCreation treatment, which utilizes seashells and sea-inspired products."
Fodor's
"Excellent service, elegant, peaceful rooms that blend historic and contemporary styles, some with spectacular views of the lagoon, and a heated salt-water swimming pool." Full review
Star Service
"This Venetian icon has been busy implementing changes over the past few years, though it still exudes its luxury mystique." Full review
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Guests in search of a home-away-from-home on their vacation can request one of the attractive apartments, which blend modern and antique appointments and have kitchenettes and private terraces overlooking the pool.
Afar Magazine
"Secreted away on Giudecca Island is the glamorous, lagoon-facing Belmond Hotel Cipriani." Full review
The St. Regis Venice Show All Reviews
San Marco 2159, 30124 Venice
From $455/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"A recent overhaul of one of Venice's venerable Grand Canal bastions put it back among the city's top hotels." Full review
Jetsetter
"Prize location along the Grand Canal coupled with superb suites and fabulous culinary offerings is what this Venetian spot is all about." Full review
Fodor's
"This amalgamation of the former Hotel Britannia and Hotel Regina is easily one of Venice's still-undiscovered gems." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Five connected historic palaces situated along the Grand Canal, with unsurpassed views of Santa Maria della Salute, the city's iconic 17th-century church." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Occupying an inspiring position on the Grand Canal, close to Piazza San Marco, it has beautifully decorated spacious rooms and sumptuous public areas."
Star Service
"Whereas the Monaco engages its guests with eye-catching eclectic surroundings, this assemblage aims for authentic Venetian luxury, albeit with a glossy, updated edge." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"In a paradox uniquely Venetian, the hotel manages to be central... yet maintains an elite seclusion when approached from land where five joined palazzo comprising the hotel are tucked away." Full review
Oyster
4.0
"In a group of historic 18th- and 19th-century palaces in the heart of Venice’s historic center right on the Grand Canal, the luxury Westin Europa & Regina offers modern amenities." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"With its spectacular Grand Canal frontage and classic Venetian décor, the five-star Europa & Regina is one of the grandes dames of the city’s accommodation scene." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Situated on the Grand Canal, steps from the Piazza San Marco, this hotel delivers stunning views from terrace suites and canal-side dining.By
Westin AFAR." Full review