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Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel vs JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa is $761 a night less. They are 3.4 km apart.
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
$2,819/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $271 taxes & fees
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The honest take
Book the Danieli if you want to be inside historic Venice, steps from San Marco, in a genuine Doge's palace. Book the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa if you want a private island, three pools, a spa and four restaurants at 614 dollars a night against the Danieli's 2,197. The Danieli only beats it on breakfast being included; the Marriott wins on nearly every resort facility. They're 3.4 km apart but functionally in different Venices - one on the water's edge in the old city, one on its own island in the lagoon reached by hotel launch.
The look and the feel
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
The Danieli occupies a 14th-century Gothic palazzo on the Riva degli Schiavoni, and its atrium is one of the great hotel interiors anywhere: a soaring lobby of pink marble, gilded balustrades, red damask and a staircase that climbs through tiers of arches to a skylight far above. Rooms vary wildly in size and character depending on which of the three connected historic buildings you land in, but the best have brocade walls, antique mirrors, and views straight across the lagoon to San Giorgio Maggiore. The rooftop restaurant, Terrazza Danieli, puts you above the domes of the city at dinner. It's a hotel that has hosted Dickens, Wagner and Proust, and it still trades on that theatrical, faded-crimson grandeur rather than minimalism.
Travellers who want to feel Venice's history in the walls and be able to walk to the Basilica in five minutes.
JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
The JW Marriott sits alone on Isola delle Rose, a former monastic island refashioned into a modern resort with gardens, an olive grove and its own small church, reached only by private boat. The architecture and interiors are contemporary rather than historic - light wood, pale stone, glass - built for space and calm rather than antique atmosphere, with three outdoor pools, a lagoon-view spa and a rooftop restaurant looking back at the skyline of Venice from a comfortable distance. It's the kind of place where you can actually stretch out on a lounger, which nothing in the old city allows.
Travellers who want resort space, a pool and a spa, and don't mind a boat ride into town each time.
At 614 dollars the Marriott gives up the Danieli's included breakfast and, more fundamentally, its address - you're on an island, not on the Riva degli Schiavoni, so every trip into Venice proper means a boat.
The Danieli's marble-and-gilt atrium is simply one of the most beautiful hotel spaces in Europe, and no amount of pool deck matches standing inside it.
The numbers
| Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel | JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $2,819 | $2,058 |
| Guest rating | 9.2/10 | 9/10 |
| Reviews | 956 | 965 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 4 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 3.4 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel has
- Breakfast
Only JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa has
- Spa
- Pool
- Rooftop
What guests actually say
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
- historic atmosphere and architecture
- attentive staff and service
- rooftop terrace views and breakfast
- flawed logistics
“From the moment they handed us those old-fashioned room keys with their heavy key fobs, it felt as though we had stepped into another era.”
JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
- exceptional attentive staff
- island setting away from crowds
- rooftop pool and view
- small or tired pools
- repetitive breakfast fruit
- slow service
Danieli's guests come away happier, consistently describing an unforgettable, romantic atmosphere with no real complaints, while JW Marriott guests are pleased but note recurring niggles like tired pools and slow service.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
- Superior Room 1 King Bed Non RefundableRoom Only$2,805
- Superior Room, Accessible 1 King Bed Non RefundableRoom Only$2,805
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed 1 King Bed Non RefundableRoom Only$2,852
JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
- Double Deluxe Garden ViewBreakfast Included$2,048
- Twin Deluxe Garden ViewBreakfast Included$2,048
- Deluxe Double Room (Full Double Bed)Breakfast Included$2,143
In guests' own words
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
10/10
“Some Places Let You Live a Movie”
My partner knew that I had always loved the way Venice looked in The Tourist. Not the story, but the city itself. So during our European trip, he chose this hotel. We hired a water taxi and arrived exactly as Venice should be experienced, by water, right to the hotel’s entrance. From the moment they handed us those old-fashioned room keys with their heavy key fobs, it felt as though we had stepped into another era. T
10/10
“A venetian classic”
Beautiful hotel with an atmosphere that truly captures the spirit of a venice.the staff were attentive without being intrusive,and every space felt elegant and thoughtfully maintained.i would gladly stay here again
JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
7/10
“Lovely hotel, in a beautiful location. Great room!”
The island was just gorgeous, it was an oasis after the hustle and bustle of the main island. The adult only pool was fantastic with a view across to St Mark’s! The staff were exceptional from Vincenza at reception to Teresa in the breakfast area. Nothing was too much trouble!
The bathroom amenities, we had to ask for extra shower caps, rather than them being replaced. The fruit at the breakfast buffet was the same for 5 days( rockmelon and pineapple). Perhaps some watermelon would be nice as a change.
8/10
“Heerlijk verblijf maar wel erg amerikaans”
De ligging is top! Zeker met kids kan je naar de stad en er weer uit.
De family pool is echt mega klein en is ver weg gestopt. Gezien de oppervlakte van het hotel is het een grap.
10/10
“A Wonderful Stay with Just One Small Area for Improvement”
We had a fantastic stay at the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious escape in Venice. From the moment we arrived, the staff were exceptional. Check-in was warm, attentive and professional, making us feel genuinely welcome. We stayed in a beautiful Junior Suite, which was spacious, stylish and immaculately presented. We did have one minor maintenance issue
About each
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
Luxurious Accommodations Hotel Danieli, Venice offers elegant and spacious 5-star accommodations facing the Venetian lagoon, providing a truly exquisite stay for guests. Each room and suite is equipped with modern amenities such as LCD satellite TV, air conditioning, and luxurious Italian-marble bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing experience.…
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JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
Luxurious Island Retreat Lagoon-View Spa and Outdoor Pools Indulge in relaxation at the lagoon-view spa and take a dip in one of the three outdoor pools. Culinary Delights and Scenic Views Savor Venetian cuisine at the rooftop restaurant or enjoy a meal by the pool at the family restaurant. With four restaurants and three bars on site, culinary options are…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Bar
JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
Where they are
Riva degli Schiavoni 4196Isola delle Rose, Laguna di San Marco
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