Belmond

Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice

Giudecca Island, Venice

The verdict

Cipriani delivers Venice's ultimate private grandeur on Giudecca Island—Casanova Gardens for sunset vows overlooking the lagoon, Granaries for masquerade feasts beneath chandeliers gazing at St. Mark's. Full buyout unlocks 96 rooms for seamless multi-generational escapes. In-house legends orchestrate bespoke Venetian magic, from gondola blessings to Oro's Michelin finesse. Undeniably elite for those demanding discretion, drama, and doge-worthy drama.

The seven-axis profile

Property profile

Composite 5.7/10
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Score breakdown

  • Villa Quality
    Suite/villa product, materials, plunge pools, indoor-outdoor flow.
    8
  • Spa Depth
    Spa size, treatment depth, hammams, signature programs, wellness clinic.
    7
  • Privacy
    Density, walls, beach exclusivity. 10 = private island or villa estate.
    8
  • Beach Quality
    Sand, swimmability, reef, surf-free. 1–3 if no beach.
    1
  • Family Friendly
    1 = strictly adults-only feel, 10 = best-in-class kids club.
    8
  • Easy Transfer
    10 = airport <30 min by car. 1 = seaplane + boat or 4hr drive.
    7
  • Loyalty Value
    Points redemption + status perks. 1 = independent, 10 = great brand value.
    1

Ceremony venues

  • Antique

    120

    Garden — lagoon views (120)

  • Casanova

    250

    Gardens — lush historic gardens (250)

  • San

    50

    Giorgio Terrace — scenic terrace (50)

Multi-day program

  1. 01

    Day 1: Welcome aperitivo on Fondamenta Terrace

  2. 02

    Day 2: Garden ceremony, Granaries reception with masquerade

  3. 03

    Day 3: Farewell brunch by the pool

The planning team

Expert events team coordinates every detail from church ceremonies to gondola blessings, blending Venetian tradition with modern luxury. Contact: cip.seso@belmond.com. Renowned for flawless execution of masquerade balls and intimate garden banquets.

Signature designers

Jennifer Zabinski Events, David Bastianoni, Munaretto Flowers, Brilliant Events

Vendor network

Planner, florist, photographer, music, officiant (e.g. Rabbi Haim Fabrizio Cipriani); in-house catering and coordination

What's included

In-house

  • bespoke menus (Oro Michelin-starred
  • Cip’s Club)
  • gardens/pool/spa access
  • event coordination

Bespoke

  • menus (Oro Michelin-starred
  • Cip’s Club)
  • gardens/pool/spa access
  • event coordination. Bespoke: external ceremony sites (church/city hall)
  • florals
  • entertainment
  • planners

Ready to scope a wedding here?

Tell us your dates, party size, and ceremony preferences. We come back with a private brief: lead time, hold-deposit windows, planner introductions.

Begin a wedding inquiry