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The 15 best boutique hotels on the water in Venice (2026)

We've chosen the best boutique hotels in Venice that are located right on the water.

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Updated on October 19, 2026
From 215€ per night
4* hotel in front of the Basilica of Santa
Ca Maria Adele
Authentic romantic jewel between East and West with 12 sublime rooms
★ 9.6/10 and 300 online reviews
From 350€ per night
4* hotel near the Rialto Bridge
Al Ponte Antico
Small jewel on the Grand Canal with the most beautiful view of Venice on the Rialto
★ 9.6/10 and 85 online reviews
From €422 per night
4* hotel in Cannaregio
Madama Garden Retreat
A place of rare poetry with 9 luxurious suites and a secret garden on the water's edge
★ 9.7/10 and 90 online reviews
From 260€ per night
4* hotel in Dorsoduro
Hôtel Moresco
Without doubt our best address in Venice with a subtle oriental touch
★ 9.5/10 and 990 online reviews
From 600€ per night
Hotel 5* opposite the Rialto Bridge
The Venice Venice Hotel
An island of refinement and serenity in the middle of the crowd with a unique terrace
★ 9.4/10 and 540 online reviews
From €127 per night
4* hotel on the Grand Canal
Canal Grande
Seductive boutique hotel with a magical atmosphere of the Venice of yesteryear
★ 9.1/10 and 680 online reviews
From 325€ per night
Hotel 5* on the Lido
Ausonia Hungaria
Art-deco hotel on the edge of Venice, with a breathtaking view
★ 8.9/10 and 770 online reviews
From 210€ per night
Hotel 5* in Dorsoduro
Excess Venise
Charming boutique hotel in a palace with garden and private spa
★ 8.9/10 and 585 online reviews
From 270€ per night
4* hotel near the Grand Canal
H10 Palazzo Canova
Gold and blue lagoon atmosphere in this wonderful place with royal staff
★ 9.3/10 and 3,500 online reviews
From 250€ per night
B&B on the Grand Canal
Palazzetto Foscari
B&B very quiet and picturesque, wonderful view, warm welcome from Chiara
★ 9.6/10 and 120 online reviews
From 180€ per night
4* hotel in front of Guidecca
Il Palazzo Experimental
Palace with a design and vintage atmosphere in the best area of Venice
★ 8.9/10 and 670 online reviews
From 150€ per night
Apartment near the Rialto Bridge
Aqua Apartments
7 stylish and refined apartments, fully equipped kitchen and 5* reception at Ophélia
★ 9.5/10 and 550 online reviews
From €109 per night
B&B in front of the Ponte delle Guglie
Palazzina Veneziana
A true gem with old-fashioned charm, private balcony and view of the Guglie Bridge
★ 8.8/10 and 680 online reviews
From 430€ per night
Hotel 5* on the Grand Canal
Palazzo Venart
Intimate fairytale palace with private garden and 2* restaurant
★ 9.7/10 and 200 online reviews
From 1,400€ per night
Hotel 5* at the edge of the Canal
The Gritti Palace
Unforgettable experience in this beautiful 15th century gothic palace
★ 9.3/10 and 190 online reviews
From 215€ per night
4* hotel in front of the Basilica of Santa
Ca Maria Adele
Authentic romantic jewel between East and West with 12 sublime rooms
★ 9.6/10 and 300 online reviews
From 350€ per night
4* hotel near the Rialto Bridge
Al Ponte Antico
Small jewel on the Grand Canal with the most beautiful view of Venice on the Rialto
★ 9.6/10 and 85 online reviews
From €422 per night
4* hotel in Cannaregio
Madama Garden Retreat
A place of rare poetry with 9 luxurious suites and a secret garden on the water's edge
★ 9.7/10 and 90 online reviews
From 260€ per night
4* hotel in Dorsoduro
Hôtel Moresco
Without doubt our best address in Venice with a subtle oriental touch
★ 9.5/10 and 990 online reviews
From 600€ per night
Hotel 5* opposite the Rialto Bridge
The Venice Venice Hotel
An island of refinement and serenity in the middle of the crowd with a unique terrace
★ 9.4/10 and 540 online reviews
From €127 per night
4* hotel on the Grand Canal
Canal Grande
Seductive boutique hotel with a magical atmosphere of the Venice of yesteryear
★ 9.1/10 and 680 online reviews
From 325€ per night
Hotel 5* on the Lido
Ausonia Hungaria
Art-deco hotel on the edge of Venice, with a breathtaking view
★ 8.9/10 and 770 online reviews
From 210€ per night
Hotel 5* in Dorsoduro
Excess Venise
Charming boutique hotel in a palace with garden and private spa
★ 8.9/10 and 585 online reviews
From 270€ per night
4* hotel near the Grand Canal
H10 Palazzo Canova
Gold and blue lagoon atmosphere in this wonderful place with royal staff
★ 9.3/10 and 3,500 online reviews
From 250€ per night
B&B on the Grand Canal
Palazzetto Foscari
B&B very quiet and picturesque, wonderful view, warm welcome from Chiara
★ 9.6/10 and 120 online reviews
From 180€ per night
4* hotel in front of Guidecca
Il Palazzo Experimental
Palace with a design and vintage atmosphere in the best area of Venice
★ 8.9/10 and 670 online reviews
From 150€ per night
Apartment near the Rialto Bridge
Aqua Apartments
7 stylish and refined apartments, fully equipped kitchen and 5* reception at Ophélia
★ 9.5/10 and 550 online reviews
From €109 per night
B&B in front of the Ponte delle Guglie
Palazzina Veneziana
A true gem with old-fashioned charm, private balcony and view of the Guglie Bridge
★ 8.8/10 and 680 online reviews
From 430€ per night
Hotel 5* on the Grand Canal
Palazzo Venart
Intimate fairytale palace with private garden and 2* restaurant
★ 9.7/10 and 200 online reviews
From 1,400€ per night
Hotel 5* at the edge of the Canal
The Gritti Palace
Unforgettable experience in this beautiful 15th century gothic palace
★ 9.3/10 and 190 online reviews

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Frequently asked questions

Cinqueteste Luxury Home a wonderful boutique hotel in Venice, Italy, located directly on the water along the Rio delle Muneghete. It is a gem of refinement away from the crowds with only 3 rooms, a private tree-lined garden (rare in Venice), and a warm welcome from the entire team, especially Paolo and Lisia.

Ca Maria Adele is a fantastic boutique hotel on the water, located in the center of Venice, Italy. The very friendly owners are Alessio and Nicola Campa, two brothers who are heirs to an ancient family of master glassmakers in Murano.

Ca Maria Adele located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, Italy, and is ideal for a romantic getaway for couples. It is located on the water.

Ausonia Hungaria, located on the island of Lido near Venice, is a superb boutique hotel on the waterfront, overlooking the beach. With its Art Deco facade, the hotel is splendid and allows you to relax after a busy day in Venice. The beach is a 5-minute walk away.

Excess Venise a luxurious 5-star hotel on the water in Venice, Italy, accessible by boat. Couples love Excess Venise particularly appreciate: the adults-only hotel, Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, breakfast in the garden, and its location just a 10-minute walk from the Grand Canal.

Palazzina Veneziana a charming bed and breakfast located on the waterfront in Venice, Italy. You are right next to the Cannaregio Canal and the Guglie Bridge, a 5-minute walk from the Santa Lucia train station.

The Palazzo Venart aHotel 5* romanticHotel 5* located in Venice, on the waterfront, on the Grand Canal, with a completely private dock.

The Gritti Palace located on the waterfront in Venice and is perfect for a wedding. Depending on the room you choose, you will enjoy the following amenities: typical Venetian interior design, Murano chandelier, exquisite king-size bed, air conditioning, soft bed linen, marble bathroom, lighted mirror, flat-screen TV, and many little touches upon arrival.

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