San Clemente Palace Kempinski

San Clemente Palace Kempinski sits on its own private island, reachable by boat from the bustling banks of St Mark’s Square. The retreat feels detached from the city’s major landmarks, such as the Doge’s Palace and the Rialto Bridge, which remain accessible only by a dedicated water transit.

Most visitors stay in the center of Venice for the convenience of walking to every sight, but this hotel trades that proximity for total isolation. While the surrounding streets of the mainland are crowded with tourists throughout the day, the island keeps a strict perimeter. You choose this location if you want to finish your day on the water rather than in the throng of the Rialto area. It is a rare break from the local crush, providing a silence that the hotels near the main square cannot match.