When you’re visiting Italy, Venice is a must. The city is one of the most particular places you can visit, full of beautiful historic buildings and gorgeous canals. Though during peak-season, Venice is bustling with thousands of tourists making it extremely difficult to find the perfect deal.If you want to stay in the best hotels in Venice and avoid the rush of tourists and spend less than you would during high season, then the off-season is perfect for you.

The low winter season begins at the start of November and ends in the middle of March – although be warned Carnival and Easter weekend can be very busy. Although the weather might be a bit cooler, the winter season is a great time to visit Venice as you will get a more authentic feel with less tourists rushing around. If you’re visiting during the low-season then be prepared that the weather can vary a lot. At the start of November you can still find the sun shining onto the Grand Canal and in March it starts to become warmer again. But in the peak of the winter season it can typically be more bitter and rainier, so remember your boots!  

As Venice is visited by many tourists all year round you do not need to worry about finding the best hotels in Venice. But an advantage of visiting Venice in off season is that hotels drop in prices – even the most luxury of hotels.

Here are 6 luxury hotels you may want to splurge on during off season in Venice.

Off-season best hotels in venice - Gritti Palace Hotel Venice

The Gritti Palace Hotel
Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio O Zobenigo, 30124 Venice

The Gritti Palace is said to be one of the best hotels in Venice, famous for its luxury appeal! The Palace, built in 1525, is located on the Grand Canal allowing you to have one of the most picturesque views from the privacy of your room. The Palace will make you feel as though you are transported back in time with the unique Venetian interior style full of chandeliers and marble. During the peak-season, the Gritti Palace can be one of the most expensive luxury hotels to stay in with prices starting from €2380, but, if you are visiting during the low-season you will find it much easier to book the hotel at a lower price.

Venetian room prices
14th July 2017 – 16th July 2017: €2380
16th November 2017 – 18th November 2017: €1930

off-season best hotels - Boscolo venezia, autograph collection

 

The Boscolo Venezia Hotel, Autograph Collection
Fondamenta Madonna dell’Orto, 3500, 30121 Venice

The Boscolo Venezia Hotel – Autograph Collection has a unique feel as it was constructed in the 16th century with a Venetian style full of antique decorations, multicolored marble and glass from Murano. The best thing about the hotel is that this is the only Venetian hotel with such a large garden allowing you to take a relaxing break from other tourists. During the busy summer season, the hotels allows you to take refuge from the crowds, but this comes at a high price of €2000 for 2 nights stay in July. But the great thing is that in the off-season you are able to get an amazing deal and pay only €576 for two nights stay, a huge bargain.

Junior suite prices
14th July 2017 – 16th July 2017 – €2000
16th November 2017 – 18th november 2017 – €576

best hotels in venice off-season hotels - The Westin Europa and Regina Hotel

The Westin Europa and Regina Hotel
San Marco, 2159, 30124 Venice

The Westin Europa and Regina Hotel allows you to relax in Venice in style and comfort. The hotel is located right in the centre of the Grand Canal with a stunning view of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute from the hotels restaurant. Although the Canal can get very busy during the summer months, making it difficult to get a good view, if you visit in the off-season then you can get a peaceful view across it.

Premium room Venetian view prices
14th July 2017 – 16th July 2017 – €1560
16th November 2017 – 18th november 2017 – €590

off-season hotels - bauer hotel venice

Bauer Palazzo Hotel

San Marco, 1459, 30124 Venice

The Bauer Palazzo hotel, located just minutes away from San Marco square is perfect for off-season trips to Venice. As it is located in the heart of Venice it gives you the perfect opportunity to visit all the highlights easily. The 1930’s hotel has two differently designed wings; an Art Deco wing and an 19th century neo-gothic style wing – giving you two unique feelings in one. Another highlight of the hotel is the access to one of the highest rooftops in Venice where you can warm up and relax during the off-season in a luxurious rooftop hot top while looking over venice.

Superior suite room prices
14th July 2017 – 16th July 2017 – €1542
16th November 2017 – 18th november 2017 – €931

best hotels in venice - palazzina G

Palazzina G Hotel
Ramo Grassi, 3247, 30124 Venice

One of the best hotels in Venice, the Palazzina G hotel, gives you a particular mix of high-end chic and privacy. The hotel’s interior, designed by Philippe Starck and glass work by French artist Aristide Najean, gives you an extremely unique style. Palazzina G is located in central Ramo Grassi, a short distance from Piazza San Marco, but although it’s central the hotel gives you a secluded view of the Grand Canal. As this hotel only has 22 rooms, it can make it difficult to book the hotel during the busy summer season but during the off-season you will find it a lot easier to book this private luxury hotel.

Superior room prices

14th July 2017 – 16th July 2017 – €1445
16th November 2017 – 18th november 2017 – € 713

best hotels in venice - hotel danieli

Hotel Danieli Venice
Castello, 4196, 30122 Venice

Do you want to walk in the footsteps of Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie? Hotel Danieli gives you this chance as this is where a scene from the 2010 The Tourist movie was filmed. The luxury Hotel Danieli, comprises of three exclusive sections built in the 14th, 16th and 19th century with the rooms spread out between them. The hotel is richly embellished with Murano glass chandeliers and many original Venetian antique pieces transforming it back in history. As the hotel’s main building is extremely close to St Mark’s square it can be very busy during the peak summer season whereas in the low-season it is in the perfect location.

Premium Deluxe room prices
14th July 2017 – 16th July 2017 – €1,320
16th November 2017 – 18th November 2017 –  €900

*prices based on an Expedia search on June 9, 2017
  1. Amazing article about Cheapest hotel in Venice. Every tourist looking for cheapest hotel but you solve that problem. i love to visit Venice and it is very useful article for tourist who want to visit Venice.

  2. If you trip to Italy and if you don’t go to Venice then, You haven’t seen Italy yet!! Awesome place to visit. The Gritti Palace Hotel is my personal favorite. Thank you so much for this wonderful post.

    1. We couldn’t agree more – Venice is definitely a city that you want to visit if you have a chance!

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