One of Venice’s most recognisable hotels has reopened after an extensive restoration, beginning a new chapter under the Four Seasons name. Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel is once again welcoming guests from its position on the Riva degli Schiavoni, overlooking the lagoon and San Giorgio Maggiore (via Four Seasons).
The hotel stretches across three neighbouring buildings, with Palazzo Dandolo as its historic heart. Built in 1471 for the noble Dandolo family, the Venetian Gothic palace is joined by Palazzo Casa Nuova and Palazzo Danieli Excelsior.
Interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon led the renovation of Palazzo Dandolo and Casa Nuova, giving the spaces a lighter and more contemporary look. Pale blues, celadon greens, terracotta and soft pink take their cues from the colours found throughout Venice.
Plenty of the original drama remains, including the grand staircase, stone columns and restored hand-painted gilding on the lobby ceiling. Murano glass, Venetian mirrors and custom Rubelli fabrics bring more local character to the rooms and shared spaces.
Danieli has reopened with 120 rooms and suites offering views of the lagoon, canals or city rooftops. The total will rise to 168 once work on Palazzo Danieli Excelsior is finished in 2027.
Terrazza Danieli has also returned with a brighter redesign and sweeping views across the water. Executive Chef Adriano Rausa serves Italian food with a Venetian influence, while the bar puts a modern spin on classic aperitivo cocktails.
Technology has been added without taking attention away from the historic surroundings. Televisions blend into bespoke media walls, while automated curtains, adjustable lighting and climate controls make the rooms easier to personalise.
More is still to come, with Danieli Spa scheduled to open later in 2026. Plans include three treatment rooms, one designed for couples, as well as a sauna and hammam.
Danieli is now Four Seasons’ fourth property in Italy, joining hotels in Milan, Florence and Taormina. The restoration gives travellers another way to experience Venice without losing the character that made the hotel such a landmark in the first place.