Baglioni Hotel Luna: Reputedly Venice's Oldest Hotel

The Baglioni Hotel Luna claims the title of Venice's oldest hotel, its origins as a lodging for Knights Templar reaching back centuries. Steps from Piazza San Marco and overlooking the lagoon, it pairs that history with Murano chandeliers and the 18th-century frescoes of its Marco Polo ballroom.

The dining is elegant and Venetian. Santo Mare showcases the finest Italian seafood and the freshest catch in a stylish fishmonger-inspired setting; and the Canova Bar offers understated luxury just steps from San Marco for aperitivos, late drinks and savory snacks.

For a historic, superbly located Venice stay, the Baglioni Hotel Luna is a benchmark.

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