Hotel Excelsior Venice - Lido di Venezia

$$$$||View on mapLido di Venezia, ItalyLungomare Marconi 41, Lido di Venezia, Italy, 30126|
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Hotel Excelsior Venice - Lido di Venezia
Lungomare Marconi 41, Lido di Venezia, Italy, 30126·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Staff9.1
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Couples55%
Families27%
Groups9%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Staff9.1
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Couples55%
Families27%
Groups9%
Solo6%

5-star beachfront resort on Venice Lido with private beach and complimentary boat to St. Mark's Square

Beachfront & Pool

Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido di Venezia sits directly on a private sandy beach with cabanas offering exclusive service. The large heated outdoor swimming pool, open all year, includes a pool bar and panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea. A complimentary shuttle boat takes guests across the lagoon to St. Mark's Square every 30 minutes from 9:00 to 21:00.

Rooms & Architecture

Opened in 1908, the hotel is a landmark with striking Moorish architecture and Arabesque interiors decorated with crystal chandeliers. Rooms and suites offer views of the Adriatic Sea, the Venice skyline, or the Moorish courtyard, and some include balconies. The property was refurbished in 2013 with new tapestries and carpets, and a selection of rooms were updated in 2026.

Dining & Entertainment

The Adriatico restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes for lunch and dinner, and guests can dine on the summer terrace with romantic candlelit settings. The legendary Blue Bar offers cocktails and live piano music, while the Elimar Beach Bar & Restaurant on the beach serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks from 07:00 until 20:00. Live music performances and happy hour events are held regularly at the hotel's bars and terrace.

Family & Activities

Families can use the kids' club, babysitting services, and interconnecting family rooms with spacious accommodations. The hotel offers a complimentary guided historical tour with Roberta, who shares stories of the hotel's film festival connections and celebrity guests. Tennis courts, a golf course, and windsurfing are available nearby, and the fitness center provides personal trainers and yoga classes.

History & Exclusive Features

Hotel Excelsior Venice has been the official venue of the Venice International Film Festival since 1932, hosting royalty, film stars, and international tastemakers. The hotel offers a private beach area with sun loungers, umbrellas, and cabanas for rent, plus a heated pool with towels provided. Guests can also book car hire, valet parking, and a shuttle service to Venice Marco Polo Airport.

  • Beachfront: Private beach with exclusive cabanas and heated outdoor pool
  • Access: Complimentary shuttle boat to St. Mark's Square every 30 minutes
  • History: Opened in 1908, Moorish architecture, host of Venice Film Festival
  • Rooms: Spacious suites with sea views, interconnecting rooms for families
  • Dining: Blue Bar with live piano, Elimar Beach Bar, Mediterranean restaurant with terrace
  • Family: Kids' club, babysitting service, family rooms, heated pool
  • Wellness: Fitness center with personal trainers, yoga classes, tennis and golf nearby

Licence number: IT027042A1HCH7WPY6

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 36.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Greek, Russian
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:202
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Rooms and availability

Premium Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Family Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Hotel Excelsior Venice

💵 Lowest room price 222 £
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
✈️ Distance to airport 25.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Marco Polo, VCE

Location

Lungomare Marconi 41, Lido di Venezia, Italy, 30126
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Lungomare Marconi 41, Lido di Venezia, Italy, 30126
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Lungomare Marconi 41, Lido di Venezia, Italy, 30126
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FAQ about Hotel Excelsior Venice

Which popular attractions are located near the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel?
Highly rated landmark Rialto Bridge set 5 km from the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel, as well as the waterside park "Parco delle Rimembranze" placed approximately 3 km away are well worth visiting.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel?
Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by the Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel?
Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel offers parking spaces, located on site.
Are there any dining facilities close to the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice?
Guests of the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice can dine just outside in a seafood restaurant Lio offering moderately placed prices or sample Italian cuisine at La Tavernetta.
Can I eat breakfast at this elegant hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of this elegant hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel?
Payment methods in the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel include:
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice offer?
The 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice offers such room types as Deluxe Junior Suite, Classic Queen Room, and Presidential Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of this elegant hotel?
All rooms of this elegant hotel feature a mini fridge bar as well as a safe box, some of them boast a work desk.
Does the staff at the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice speak any foreign languages?
The staff of the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice will assist you in English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Russian.
Which facilities are provided in the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice?
Top locations of the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice include a private beach area and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
Do you have a pool at the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel?
Yes, the 5-star Hotel Excelsior Venice hotel features an outdoor pool area.
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