Arsenale Hotel, Venice

The arsenal was Venice's largest industrial complex, in existence since the 1320's, with a work force of over three thousand men, the so-called "Arsenalotti", and a production capacity which, in the 1500s, churned out six galleons a month.

Innovative management skills and advanced rational organization resulted in the development of techniques of construction such as the frame-first system which replaced the Roman hull-first practice - a new system which was much faster and required less wood. For the first time, standardised parts were produced on a production line basis.

The Arsenal of Venice was one of the most important components of the ancient maritime Republic: the vessels which left its ship yards were to become famous throughout the world.

The Arsenal covers a vast area of the insular city: approximately 32 hectares, and roughly 670 hectares of Venice, including the islands of Giudecca, Tronchetto, San Giorgio and the internal canals. The complex represented, for centuries, the motor of the Venetian economy, so much so as to be officially declared in 1509 the "heart of the state of Veneto".

Venice other destinations


Arsenale Italy Hotel Collection.

Our unique collection of Italian boutique hotels, small luxury hotels and resorts.

Hotel Danieli, Arsenale - Venice

Hotel Danieli Venezia

5 Star Hotels

Hotel Danieli - Venezia Hotels | The Hotel Danieli is a masterfully restored palace synonymous with the splendor and romance of Venice.

Hotel Danieli, Arsenale - Venice Hotel Danieli, Arsenale - Venice Hotel Danieli, Arsenale - Venice

Castello 4196 - Venezia (Venezia)

Londra Palace, Arsenale - Venice

Londra Palace Venezia

4 Star Hotels

Londra Palace - Venezia Hotels | A triumph of Italian neo-classical design, a world of consummate luxury and elegance.

Londra Palace, Arsenale - Venice Londra Palace, Arsenale - Venice Londra Palace, Arsenale - Venice

Riva degli Schiavoni, 4171 - Venezia (Venezia)


Arsenale Italy towns in the vicinity

Piazza San Marco

Its fabulously ornate decoration and striking geometric patterns of Istrian stone have earned...

Canal Grande

Arriving in Venice along the Ponte della Libertà bridge, the visitor's first contact with...

Palazzo Ducale

Considered to be the finest example of Venetian Gothic, Palazzo Ducale was erected in the IX...

Basilica di San Marco

Consecrated in 1094, the Basilica of San Marco functions as the Cathedral of Venice, seat of the...