Luna Hotel Baglioni : Grand Prix of the Best Hotel in Europe 2010 (Italy)
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Luna Hotel Baglioni : Grand Prix of the Best Hotel in Europe 2010 (Italy)
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Category: Europe - Italy - Exclusive experiences
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This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2010-10-25
LUNA HOTEL BAGLIONI
History and fascination…
Ideally located a few steps from St. Mark’s Square, in the very heart of Venice, facing St.Mark’s Basin and San Giorgio’s Island, the Luna Hotel Baglioni is a short distance from the city’s most famous historical attractions. A private landing, stage allows guests to arrive straight to the hotel’s elegant entrance by gondolas or water taxi. This historic Venetian hotel dates back to the 12th Century. It is recorded as having given shelter to the Knights Templar in 1118. In 1574 it was already known as Locanda della Luna. During the 18th Century the building was decorated with frescoes by Pupils of Gianbattista Tiepolo, which now adorn the sumptuous Marco Polo Ballroom. Recent renovations have enhanced the hotel with new spacious suites giving guests breathtaking views over the Lagoon and St. Mark’s Basin.
Style
Housed in a beautiful and aristocratic building, this luxurious hotel provides its guests with a warm, intimate atmosphere and impeccable service. The hotel has that unique hospitality that welcomes back generations of guests year after year.
The stamp of glamour and sophistication is evident in the frescoes, antique furniture and imposing crystal chandeliers which adorn the foyer and the public rooms. The Luna Hotel Baglioni is a hotel for discerning travellers who are looking for luxury and romance.
Rooms & Suites
All the spacious rooms are tastefully furnished and equipped with every modern comfort. The most exclusive Suites of the Luna Hotel Baglioni feature large terraces with magnificent views of the Lagoon and St. Mark’s Basin. A recent renovation has added beautifully styled Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites and Suites; pastel colours play with rich brocades and silks giving the rooms a touch of luxury. This stunning range of new accommodation is complemented by the highest standards of service, for which the hotel has received several prestigious awards.
Total rooms: 104
28 Superior Double Rooms
39 Deluxe Double Rooms
22 Junior Suites
12 Suites
1 Presidential Suite
2 Gran lagoon suites with terrace
Bar & Restaurants
The warm and elegant Canova Restaurant (winner of the Fogher d'Oro and Gambero Rosso awards) seats up to 65 guests in a sophisticated atmosphere.
Exquisite china and glassware, along with impeccable service sets the mood for an unforgettable evening rich in pleasure and romance. Guests will enjoy the Chef ’s exceptional cuisine which is based on traditional Venetian and regional specialities. The Caffé Baglioni is a place to relax and enjoy appetizing snacks, fresh juices and cocktails any time of the day.
Meeting Rooms
The Luna Hotel Baglioni has 3 meeting rooms which can accommodate from 30 up to 170 guests and are equipped with the ultimate technology. The Marco Polo Ballroom, featuring frescoes by Pupils of the Tiepolo School (18th Century), is a prestigious and unique setting for meetings, banquets and receptions.
Location Experience
The Luna Hotel Baglioni, situated in the heart of the historic center, is the ideal base for exploring the city of Venice, a city unique for its millenary arts, cultural heritage and architecture, urban structure and its channels. The hotel has set up partnerships with the most important local institutions such as the Teatro La Fenice and the Guggenheim Collection, which allow its guests to enjoy exclusive benefits.
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