Hotel Excelsior

Standing strong since 1908, the Hotel Excelsior is the only beach resort in Venice, and also the best wedding destination for couples looking to have their wedding in Venice. Just like Venice, The Hotel Excelsior is steeped in history with a mixture of Moorish design and Venetian glamour. Known for its famous guests during the Venice Film Festival, the Hotel Excelsior has seen many a celebrity and distinguished guests walk through its doors. Located on the Lido, a slender island that splits the Venice Lagoon and the Adriatic Sea, it is an oasis of calm for its guests with the added bonus of an exclusive shuttle boat so you can explore the whole of Venice. The Lido also offers the opportunities for cycling, golfing and leisurely strolls along the promenade, making it an ideal spot for a honeymoon. Whilst it is a traditional Venetian residential area and has a calmer feel to it than the main city of Venice, if also offers numerous eateries, ranging from sophisticated fine dining restaurants to casual trattorias all boasting a variety of Venetian and Italian cuisine.

Saying “I do” under a bespoke flower arch, with the sand between your toes and the gentle sea breeze on a private beach is not just a dream at the Hotel Excelsior Lido, it is a reality. Once you have exchanged your vows, you can enjoy your wedding reception in a number of venues such as, the famous banquet hall, the Sala Stucchi, which was the location of Robert De Niro’s famous film, One Upon a Time in America, and caters for up to 400 guests. Another perfect spot is the sprawling beachside Adriatico Terrace, catering up to 1,000 guests or for a more intimate affair, choose the colourful Tropicana Room, which can cater from cosy gatherings of 30 guests or up to 350 guests. The Hotel Excelsior Lido will create a custom banquet menu for you and your guests and serve a personalised wedding cake. Decorations can be matched to your particular wedding style, and you can celebrate with your guests to live music or the entertainment of your choice. Finish the evening  outside under the stars with a sensational firework display, the perfect to the perfect day.

From the private beach for your wedding ceremony, iconic rooms for your wedding reception and a team devoted to making your day spectacular, the Hotel Excelsior Lido is an excellent choice for anyone planning to tie the knot. From finishing the evening off in an explosion of fireworks, to starting your honeymoon in one of Venice’s most famous Hotel, you will have an unforgettable experience.