Detailed Review
San Clemente Palace Hotel & Resort is the new five-star deluxe hotel located in Venice, Italy. Set on the 17-acre private island of San Clemente-a untouched retreat on the Venetian lagoon dating from the 12th century-the centrally located San Clemente Palace is just a few minutes away from St.Mark’s Square by 24h complimentary shuttle boat. The former Camaldolesi monastery has been transformed into a three level luxury Hotel, and is distinguished by captivating open courtyards set on nearly four acres centuries-old park. All traces of the island’s history have been preserved in the tradition of a grand hotel for the most discerning traveller. San Clemente Palace combines the charm of old world Venice with 21st century amenities: it features 200 superbly appointed rooms and suites, many with enchanting water views of the surrounding lagoon and Saint Mark’s Square. Furthermore it offers guests the pleasures of a natural oasis of peace set on its park, with facilities and activities designed to relax and pamper guests, like freshwater outdoor swimming pool, two tennis courts a three-hole executive golf course, and a Beauty & Wellness Club featuring aromatherapy treatments, massages and variety of aesthetic programs, including a steam room, sauna and exercise room. In addition, three restaurants offering Mediterranean, Venetian and International cuisine and a conference center able to accommodate up to 350 people. The professionalism of the staff, with their excellent linguistic skills and awareness of the customs and needs of diverse International cultures, will make every guest feel thoroughly “at home”.
Press Quotes
"A 200-room giant with traditional Venetian decor which stands on its own private island in the southern lagoon." Conde Nast 08
Independent Reviews
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"Huge, opulent and ever-so-slightly corporate ex-monastery on its own island"
Tranquil gardens and cooling breezes make the new San Clemente a good summer choice; not nearly as heavy on the pocket as the Danieli or the Gritti.
San Clemete Palace
By Jamie Dunford Wood
The San Clemente has been eagerly awaited for several years. A short ten minute boat ride from St Marks, the hotel is a restoration of a former 19th Century Austrian barracks and provincial headquarters, more recently a monastery. The complex is massive. Interminable and massive corridors provide an axis through rooms on two floors, restaurants, shops and meeting rooms. Lining them are a series of portraits of doges, ripped from rare books and mounted in frames, and distressed faux-antique cabinets selling quality Venetian glass, Dolce & Gabbana, Baby Dior etc. Floors are of cool marble, with grey pilasters lending an air of architectural distinction. All of the more than 200 rooms are large – a rare treat in Venice - with a slightly corporate air, but with all mod cons. Outside, relaxing lawns lead down to views of the lagoon, a secluded swimming pool – another Venetian treat – and function rooms for parties. Yes, it’s a trek to get to, but the space and seclusion are advantages. However, expect large corporate groups and busy functions – a possible disadvantage that will nevertheless be reflected in the rates.
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Client Reviews
We loved it
Breakfast was bountiful and theatmosphere throughout relaxed and helpful. We especially enjoyed exploring the grounds andrelaxing by the pool in the Spring sunshine though it wasn't open as this was an April trip. Highlyrecommended..
Ratings
- Comfort:
(5/5) - Character: (5/5)
- Location: (5/5)
Posted by Wendy Ashworth on 2005-02-09.
Condé Nast Traveller 2008 Gold List
