The majestic city of Venice hardly needs any introduction. If you havent been before, you simply must & if you have, then this is a great excuse to go back. The citys dizzyingly labyrinthine streets hide enough gems to justify a lifetimes exploration & the mild climate & rich heritage at the crossroads of Mediterranean & Asian culture make this the perfect antidote to a dreary English summer. The Hotel Excelsior is a great base from which to explore this magnificent city, boasting both proximity to the centre of town & seclusion & calm on the golden sands of the Venice Lido. The Hotel Excelsior dates back to 1908 when it transformed the lido from a long sandbank on the fringes of the town into a gr&, luxurious resort & a hub in its own right. The architecture of the Excelsior however, harks back to a much more distant history, its design echoing the Iberian Moresque style of the citys heyday. It now boasts three restaurants & three bars as well as a large swimming pool & fitness centre. The true highlight of the Excelsior, however, is its location on the Lido, a strip of golden s&, looking out over the Adriatic Sea. The hotels private beach boasts some beautiful beach huts & a degree of seclusion & privacy unimaginable elsewhere in Venice. Water sports are available on the Lido, including windsurfing & water skiing. Our offer is for a stay in a Classic Double room, with breakfast & a 30% discount on the hotels lunch buffet. There is also a complimentary motor boat shuttle service into the centre of the city. Please note that a city tax of 5 Euros per person, per night is not included & is payable at the hotel. There is a two-night minimum stay in place over the weekend.