Belmond Hotel Cipriani
Venice
OVERVIEW
1958 was a good year for Venice, as the Belmond Hotel Cipriani opened its door for the first time. Since then it has welcomed the great and the good to its beautiful walled compound set in splendid isolation at the tip of the Giudecca, including George Clooney, he of the incredibly stylish Venetian wedding in which the groom and his family occupied the Cipriani – exclusive use, of course. As with many of Belmond’s supremely opulent hotels, the Cipriani offers pure luxury in one of the best locations in Venice.
While the tourists swarm like bees around the centre, the ‘Cip’ – as it is known – has a fabulous vantage point over the palaces and twinkling lights of the city. Access to the lagoon is easy: it’s just a short boat ride to San Marco on board the hotel’s sleek wooden motor launch. There is also a huge selection of tours available to help you immerse yourself in the fabulously glamorous culture of the city.
Wine lovers can embark on a tour of the lagoon’s vineyards, for example; alternatively, you could take a photography tour of the city with a knowledgeable guide, or a bacari tour which will reveal one of Venice’s best-loved traditions.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 96
Location: Venice, Italy
Nearest Airport: Venice Marco Polo Airport
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
6 Reasons to visit Belmond Hotel Cipriani
- The Belmond Hotel Cipriani is one of the most iconic hotels in Venice, with its own private pier
- Boasts a huge amount of facilities, including a tennis court, fitness centre, boutique and fabulous spa
- All 96 rooms and suites have views of the lagoon and hotel gardens
- The Olympic-sized heated swimming pool is the only one of its kind in the city
- There is a complimentary motor launch into San Marco in central Venice
- Enjoys a secluded location on the tip of Giudecca, away from the crowds
Sip a glass of ‘Nina’s Passion’ as you recline next to the swimming pool. The prosecco, passionfruit and elderflower liqueur cocktail was concocted by George Clooney himself (a big Cipriani fan) and is named for his mother.
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Where to stay
Accommodation at the hotel is comprised of Rooms and Suites, with even the standard rooms offering an indulgent base to stay in Venice. Blending Venetian style with modern comforts and offering views of the garden, lagoon or St Mark’s Square, some have balconies or terraces and others have kitchenettes and a butler service. The suites and junior suites offer supremely luxurious accommodation and the Palladio and Dogaressa Suites are ultra-opulent, with private docks, private plunge pools and Jacuzzis.
Sip a glass of ‘Nina’s Passion’ as you recline next to the swimming pool. The prosecco, passionfruit and elderflower liqueur cocktail was concocted by George Clooney himself (a big Cipriani fan) and is named for his mother.
What to do
The hotel has a wide range of facilities on site including the only swimming pool in Central Venice, a red-clay tennis court and a fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment – there is even a personal trainer service to take advantage of. No stay in Venice would be complete without an exploration of the city and with a complimentary motor launch to take you, as well as a plethora of tours to choose from, you are sure to have the perfect Venetian holiday
Sip a glass of ‘Nina’s Passion’ as you recline next to the swimming pool. The prosecco, passionfruit and elderflower liqueur cocktail was concocted by George Clooney himself (a big Cipriani fan) and is named for his mother.
What and Where to Eat
Staying at the Cipriani means you’ll have some of the city’s most revered restaurants at your disposal, with Michelin-starred offerings beautifully-presented in the most opulent surroundings.
Sip a glass of ‘Nina’s Passion’ as you recline next to the swimming pool. The prosecco, passionfruit and elderflower liqueur cocktail was concocted by George Clooney himself (a big Cipriani fan) and is named for his mother.
When to travel
The city of Venice floats on a web of canals and is therefore subject to high humidity year-round. The summer heat can be quite oppressive, and you may wish to avoid the ‘acqua alta’ floods, which usually occur in November and December. Otherwise, Venice is a popular destination at any time of the year.
WEATHER: Appropriately called the ‘city of water’ and not just for its canals, northerly Venice has cold, wet winters and hot, humid summers.
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
3 | 2 | 40 |
Feb |
5 | 3 | 50 |
Mar |
8 | 3 | 60 |
Apr |
12 | 7 | 60 |
May |
17 | 11 | 70 |
Jun |
20 | 13 | 90 |
Jul |
23 | 13 | 70 |
Aug |
23 | 11 | 70 |
Sep |
20 | 8 | 70 |
Oct |
14 | 6 | 70 |
Nov |
8 | 3 | 70 |
Dec |
4 | 3 | 50 |