In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 66 guest reviews of San Clemente Palace Venice. Guests in the sample highlight Location, Service & staff and The rooms. The most common complaints: Too few staff, with long waits for drinks and food. Expensive restaurants and drinks.
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San Clemente Palace Venice is a 5-star retreat within Venice: a destination in Venice, and at the same time, something beyond it. The hotel is just 10 minutes from San Marco Square by the complimentary wooden shuttle boat, departing every 30 minutes.
Set within a living landmark shaped by 12th-century Romanesque heritage, the hotel combines lush Mediterranean gardens, grand resort spaces, refined Italian hospitality and a calm atmosphere close to the heart of Venice.
Rooms and suites are spacious and appointed with refined Italian details, including hand-selected furnishings, Venetian craftsmanship, marble bathrooms and carefully considered interiors. Selected rooms offer lagoon views, and many include a separate seating area.
Guests can enjoy The Longevity Spa, three restaurants, three bars, an outdoor heated pool, peaceful gardens and generous open-air spaces, creating a rare resort experience within Venice.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 21 October 2026 · How we review hotels
For those who desire expansive historic grounds away from the central crowds, San Clemente Palace Venice is highly recommended. Guests can explore lush gardens surrounding historic monastery architecture, use the complimentary private boat shuttle to San Marco, or swim in the rare heated outdoor pool. Mind that guests are dependent on boat shuttle schedules for sightseeing, and dining options directly on the island remain limited.
Guests score it 9.4 out of 10 — the average across the 17 hotels we list in Venice is 9.4.
- Located on its own private island, the resort offers a peaceful escape from Venice's crowded center, featuring expansive manicured lawns and centennial cypress trees.
- A regular, complimentary wooden launch boat connects guests to St. Mark's Square in just ten minutes, successfully balancing isolation with easy city access.
- Because the hotel is on a private island, guests must rely on the boat shuttle schedule to explore Venice, which requires some planning for late-night returns.
- Dining options on the island are limited to the hotel's own venues. Traveling to the main islands for alternative dinners requires taking the water transit.
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Should you book it?
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- Swimmers who want a heated outdoor pool in island gardens, a short boat ride from San Marco
- History lovers who want a former monastery with 12th-century roots on its own island
- Couples who want a Laguna Suite looking out over the Venetian lagoon
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Prices at San Clemente Palace Venice
When we last checked (8 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €1,802 in total (€901 per night).
Across our last 30 daily price checks, the nightly rate has ranged from €610 to €1,055.
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 66 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +An excellent breakfast buffet with homemade products, served in a lovely courtyard
- +A restaurant praised for its food and its magical evening view
- –Bar and terrace food that some find poor, with dishes sent back
- –A breakfast that never changes on a longer stay
- –Disappointing room service
”An excellent breakfast with homemade products, a welcoming place and very polite staff.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Friendly, dedicated staff, with several singled out by name
- +A free shuttle boat and a helpful concierge
- –Too few staff, with long waits for drinks and food
- –A reception that comes across as disorganised and inflexible
- –Requests that aren't handled reliably, from refills in the room to water taxi bookings
”The staff seemed inattentive and lacked initiative. We were left waiting ages for drinks or coffee at breakfast.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A large pool set in the park
- +A well-liked spa and plenty of sports facilities, including tennis
- –A pool some find too cold
- –A spa area in need of renovation
”A beautiful island with a large park and a great pool.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious, comfortable rooms
- +Elegant interiors with a lot of charm
- –Rooms without the lagoon view that was booked
- –Dated equipment, such as the TV
- –Problems with air conditioning or hot water in some rooms
”Our room was wonderfully spacious, spotless and incredibly comfortable for a couples getaway.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Immaculately kept grounds
- +Spotless rooms
- –Areas such as the spa and some equipment that need renovating
- –Limescale in bathrooms and common areas that aren't always clean
”The grounds are so well taken care of.” — guest, translated
Location
- +A private island with a large park, far from the crowds
- +A short boat ride to St Mark's Square
- –The shuttle stops early in the evening, and water taxis are expensive
- –Getting to and from the city depends on the boat
”A gorgeous position on its own island, lovely for escaping the crowds.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +A very quiet, private setting
- –Music from outdoor speakers in the garden
- –A noisy pool when children are about
”A beautiful spot, very private and quiet.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- +Some guests feel the experience is worth the price
- –Expensive restaurants and drinks
- –Costly water taxi transfers
- –Service that some feel doesn't match the price
”A beautiful hotel, but very expensive for the service.” — guest, translated
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Frequently asked questions
How far is San Clemente Palace Venice from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)?
San Clemente Palace Venice is approximately 10.6 km from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate San Clemente Palace Venice?
San Clemente Palace Venice is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 941 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.4/10 from 407 guest reviews.
How many stars does San Clemente Palace Venice have?
San Clemente Palace Venice is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does San Clemente Palace Venice offer?
San Clemente Palace Venice offers outdoor swimming pool, free Wifi, spa and wellness center, airport shuttle, family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
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Isola Di San Clemente 1, 30124 Venice