SAN CLEMENTE PALACE, VENICE - MANAGED BY MANDARIN ORIENTAL, Venice – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Private Island Retreat
San Clemente Palace Kempinski Venice is located on the private Island of San Clemente, a 10-minute boat ride from Piazza San Marco. The property includes a 12th-century chapel, 17 acres of gardens, and views of the Venetian Lagoon. Rooms feature Italian marble bathrooms, LCD flat-screen TVs, and some offer private gardens or lagoon views.
Dining by the Lagoon
The hotel has three restaurants: Ca' dei Frati serves gourmet dishes with lagoon views, Le Maschere offers traditional Venetian cuisine, and La Laguna provides poolside dining with wood-fired pizza. Breakfast includes fresh fruits, cheeses, pastries, eggs, bacon, and international options like falafels and dumplings.
Spa & Recreation
Facilities include a spa, a heated saltwater pool, tennis courts, and a small golf range. The Buddha-Bar Beach Restaurant & Pool Bar combines Asian and Mediterranean flavors. A kids' club and family-friendly menus are available at the poolside restaurant.
Venice at Your Doorstep
A complimentary shuttle boat runs every 30 minutes to St. Mark's Square, providing access to landmarks like the Rialto Bridge, Doge's Palace, and Peggy Guggenheim Museum. The hotel is surrounded by the Venetian Lagoon, with direct views of the city skyline.
Personalized Services
The Ladies in Red concierge team assists with requests, including event planning and private boat charters. Rooms include 24-hour service, premium bedding, and laptop-friendly workspaces. The hotel accommodates weddings and meetings in historic monastery buildings and gardens.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Table tennis
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Kids club
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel had rooms that were actually ready upon arrival, but they were dingy, dark, and felt like prison cells, not worth the money despite being spacious at 35sqm. The service was attentive and friendly, except for some lacking serving skills. The location, while wonderful and overlooking the lagoon, may be difficult for newcomers to find. The dining experience, though generally nice, lacked atmosphere at night and had some limitations on breakfast choices. Overall, the facilities were average with no standout features.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were incredibly spacious and well-equipped, accessed through wide corridors with beautiful views. The service was top-notch with staff who were friendly and helpful. The location allowed me to enjoy the peace of an oasis while still being able to explore the treasures of Venice easily. The dining experience was excellent with a huge choice of dishes in a charming courtyard setting. Overall, a fantastic stay with some minor room temperature issues.
I had a lovely view of the extensive garden with trees turning autumnal from my incredibly spacious and modern room, keeping to the Italian decor. However, I had to ask for more coffee pods each day, and there were additional charges for shaded areas of the pool and disputed taxi payments.
Staying at the hotel was a real treat with its amazing view back over Venice and spacious suites that exude discrete luxury in every detail. While the service had some hiccups, the unique location on its private island far from the chaos of San Marco made the trip quite special.
The hotel offers clean, well-decorated rooms available near Piazza San Marco. Although the showers were small, the rooms were well maintained. The service was friendly overall, with Costi standing out for his exceptional care. The location, though with a few downsides, was stunning and convenient for both relaxing and exploring Venice. The dining experience had its flaws, but the variety was excellent. Additional details include a small room size and poor room welcoming.
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