Among the few grand hotels that can boast of being called simply by name, “il Danieli” was born in the 14th century as Palazzo Dandolo, founded by the family of the same name that gave Venice four Doges, and in 1822 Giuseppe Dal Niel transformed it into a hotel.

Since then, its history has been intertwined with Venice’s social and worldly life, elevating it to the status of a museum hotel, an icon of luxury, and a symbol of authentic Venetianness. One of the most beautiful times of the year to experience the Danieli is Christmas when its famous staircase is dressed in a thousand golden lights and the fir trees warm its romantic foyer.

For unforgettable evenings, you can book one of the signature suites and taste one of the delicious panettones prepared by the chefs of the Restaurant Terrazza Danieli in the privacy of your own living room.

For those staying at the hotel, every Sunday there is also a Christmas Cookie Workshop designed to entertain adults and children in the rooms of the restaurant on the fourth floor.

Many experiences can be booked even for those not staying at the hotel. Starting with the Afternoon Tea Christmas Edition served at the Bar Dandolo based on a selection of Dammann teas, sweet and savory canapés, pastries and, obviously, Christmas cakes, also available in the Champagne Afternoon Tea formula accompanied by Champagne Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin.

Or, you can book a dinner overlooking the Island of San Giorgio and let yourself be delighted by the festive menu based on seasonal delicacies and lots of bubbles.

On the other hand, just crossing the revolving door of the Danieli is enough to feel like you’re in the most beautiful Christmas movie ever.

The Secret

Children (and not only!) who stay at the Danieli are not given the traditional Teddy bear but a little lion dressed as a gondolier, a symbol of the Lion of St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice.

Useful Info

Hotel Danieli
Riva degli Schiavoni 4196
30122 Venezia
Tel. +39 041 5226480

Resdaurant Terrazza Danieli
Every day 12:00 — 15:00, 19:00 — 22:30
Tasting menu: from 150 euro per person, wines and service charge excluded, with paired wines 210 euro
First courses: 32 — 46 euro
Second courses: 32 — 66 euro

Christmas biscuit workshop: 60 euro

Dandolo Bar
Every day 10:00 — 1:00
Cocktails: approximately 20 euro
Afternoon tea: served with a selection of sweet and savory pastries (scones, canapés, Venetian biscuits, etc.), from 55 euro per person
Advance booking is recommended.