Tucked onto a charming street a 10-minute walk from bustling St. Mark's Square, the 13-room Palazzo Paruta is a four-pearl boutique hotel with lavish interiors full of period details. With its coffered ceilings, marble floors, and velvet drapes, the converted nobleman's residence could feel stodgy, but the candle-lit steps to the terrace and the scent of flowers drifting from the courtyard enliven the pink stuccoed palace. Beautiful rooms feature sumptuous decor, marble bathrooms, and modern comforts like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. On-site features are limited, but a free breakfast is served in a beautiful dining room, plus the hotel offers free afternoon tea as well. Travelers seeking something with more facilities might want to consider the nearby Ca' Pisani Hotel, which has a restaurant, bar, lounge, and fitness center.
Tucked onto a charming street a 10-minute walk from bustling St. Mark's Square, the 13-room Palazzo Paruta is a four-pearl boutique hotel with lavish interiors full of period details. With its coffered ceilings, marble floors, and velvet drapes, the converted nobleman's residence could feel stodgy, but the candle-lit steps to the terrace and the scent of flowers drifting from the courtyard enliven the pink stuccoed palace. Beautiful rooms feature sumptuous decor, marble bathrooms, and modern comforts like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. On-site features are limited, but a free breakfast is served in a beautiful dining room, plus the hotel offers free afternoon tea as well. Travelers seeking something with more facilities might want to consider the nearby Ca' Pisani Hotel, which has a restaurant, bar, lounge, and fitness center.
The 30-room Antica Locanda al Gambero is a value option that's an enviably short walk from Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge, and the Doge's Palace. Rooms are decorated in classic Venetian style, with antique furniture and wallpaper, though they offer modern features like flat-screen TVs and minibars as well. Some have balconies and views of a small canal. The breakfast buffet is free and goes beyond typical continental fare, and the on-site restaurant serves Italian fare and Venetian specialties. Travelers looking for slightly lower prices may want to consider Hotel Al Duca di Venezia, where some rooms have charming accents like exposed wood-beam ceilings.
The 30-room Antica Locanda al Gambero is a value option that's an enviably short walk from Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge, and the Doge's Palace. Rooms are decorated in classic Venetian style, with antique furniture and wallpaper, though they offer modern features like flat-screen TVs and minibars as well. Some have balconies and views of a small canal. The breakfast buffet is free and goes beyond typical continental fare, and the on-site restaurant serves Italian fare and Venetian specialties. Travelers looking for slightly lower prices may want to consider Hotel Al Duca di Venezia, where some rooms have charming accents like exposed wood-beam ceilings.
The mid-range, 13-room Hotel al Ponte dei Sospiri overlooks the canal that travels under the Bridge of Sighs, with a private dock for water taxis. This hotel’s great location is two minutes on foot from Piazza San Marco and the Doge’s Palace. The historic look here is well executed, and the property is full of Baroque curtains and Murano chandeliers that create an authentic Venetian experience in rooms. Upgraded suites are even more charming, and feature exposed wood beams with whirlpool tubs or steam showers. A free continental breakfast is served in guest rooms, and the hotel provides Wi-Fi throughout the property, but there aren't many other features. Those wanting more to do on-site should consider the Hotel Palazzo Stern, which has a restaurant and hot tub at similar rates.
The mid-range, 13-room Hotel al Ponte dei Sospiri overlooks the canal that travels under the Bridge of Sighs, with a private dock for water taxis. This hotel’s great location is two minutes on foot from Piazza San Marco and the Doge’s Palace. The historic look here is well executed, and the property is full of Baroque curtains and Murano chandeliers that create an authentic Venetian experience in rooms. Upgraded suites are even more charming, and feature exposed wood beams with whirlpool tubs or steam showers. A free continental breakfast is served in guest rooms, and the hotel provides Wi-Fi throughout the property, but there aren't many other features. Those wanting more to do on-site should consider the Hotel Palazzo Stern, which has a restaurant and hot tub at similar rates.
The 34-room Bel Sito e Berlino is a mid-range option in a prized central Venice location close to St. Mark's Square. The surrounding area is elegant and beautiful, and guests can easily move around the city with this hotel as a base. Rooms are on the small side, and the traditional Venetian style won't please everyone, though features include modern flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Some have mini-fridges, and it's worth asking for rooms with views of Santa Maria del Giglio. A full breakfast buffet is served daily and there's also a cozy bar. A private jetty sits on the Grand Canal, a short walk away. Travelers looking for a similar alternative nearby could check out Hotel Ala, which has a rooftop terrace and a popular bar.
The 34-room Bel Sito e Berlino is a mid-range option in a prized central Venice location close to St. Mark's Square. The surrounding area is elegant and beautiful, and guests can easily move around the city with this hotel as a base. Rooms are on the small side, and the traditional Venetian style won't please everyone, though features include modern flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Some have mini-fridges, and it's worth asking for rooms with views of Santa Maria del Giglio. A full breakfast buffet is served daily and there's also a cozy bar. A private jetty sits on the Grand Canal, a short walk away. Travelers looking for a similar alternative nearby could check out Hotel Ala, which has a rooftop terrace and a popular bar.
The Duodo Palace Hotel is a 38-room, canal-side property set in the touristic center of Venice. The location is great for exploring the city's main attractions, and direct access to and from the waterways is a real plus. It's set in a historic 17th century palazzo with some original features in tact, such as the hearth in the Fireplace Room and frescoed ceilings in some guest rooms. Breakfast is included, though not very impressive. Interiors are very typically classical Venetian, which may not appeal to all, and rooms can feel a little dated. But if traditional is your thing, rates are certainly competitive for an upper-middle-range hotel of this ilk in the heart of Venice.
The Duodo Palace Hotel is a 38-room, canal-side property set in the touristic center of Venice. The location is great for exploring the city's main attractions, and direct access to and from the waterways is a real plus. It's set in a historic 17th century palazzo with some original features in tact, such as the hearth in the Fireplace Room and frescoed ceilings in some guest rooms. Breakfast is included, though not very impressive. Interiors are very typically classical Venetian, which may not appeal to all, and rooms can feel a little dated. But if traditional is your thing, rates are certainly competitive for an upper-middle-range hotel of this ilk in the heart of Venice.
There are 55 guest rooms at this three-pearl property in Venice’s Santa Croce district. It’s a very convenient spot for public transportation, being within a short walk of ferry, bus, and train terminals, but it’s a 20-minute walk to the popular San Marco neighborhood. The property is an interesting one, consisting of a historic former convent and a contemporary annex. Rooms in both buildings are spacious and air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi, and the decor classic Venetian design and contemporary details. The hotel also offers a free breakfast for some room types and private on-site parking for a fee. Those wanting to be nearer the sights should consider Hotel Da Bruno as an alternative, where rates are comparable, but rooms lack the same level of bright charm.
There are 55 guest rooms at this three-pearl property in Venice’s Santa Croce district. It’s a very convenient spot for public transportation, being within a short walk of ferry, bus, and train terminals, but it’s a 20-minute walk to the popular San Marco neighborhood. The property is an interesting one, consisting of a historic former convent and a contemporary annex. Rooms in both buildings are spacious and air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi, and the decor classic Venetian design and contemporary details. The hotel also offers a free breakfast for some room types and private on-site parking for a fee. Those wanting to be nearer the sights should consider Hotel Da Bruno as an alternative, where rates are comparable, but rooms lack the same level of bright charm.
The luxury, five-pearl Belmond Hotel Cipriani is a celebrity hotspot situated on Giudecca Island, with free private boat service directly to St. Mark’s Square. The hotel's 95 guest rooms and suites feature opulent Venetian decor, marble bathrooms, and modern amenities like minibars, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. On-site amenities are equally lavish including an elegant Michelin-star restaurant and an Olympic-size pool, plus there's a spa, sauna, steam room, small gym, red-clay tennis court, elegant gardens, and dining and drinking at pool- and lagoon-side restaurants and bars. The hotel offers 24-hour room and concierge service, private car (and boat) parking, and kid-friendly amenities -- all for a price. Guests staying at the Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa will get luxury at a lower price, but without quite the prestige and opulence of Hotel Cipriani.
The luxury, five-pearl Belmond Hotel Cipriani is a celebrity hotspot situated on Giudecca Island, with free private boat service directly to St. Mark’s Square. The hotel's 95 guest rooms and suites feature opulent Venetian decor, marble bathrooms, and modern amenities like minibars, iPod docks, and free Wi-Fi. On-site amenities are equally lavish including an elegant Michelin-star restaurant and an Olympic-size pool, plus there's a spa, sauna, steam room, small gym, red-clay tennis court, elegant gardens, and dining and drinking at pool- and lagoon-side restaurants and bars. The hotel offers 24-hour room and concierge service, private car (and boat) parking, and kid-friendly amenities -- all for a price. Guests staying at the Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa will get luxury at a lower price, but without quite the prestige and opulence of Hotel Cipriani.
The three-and -a-half-pearl Ca’ Nigra Lagoon Resort occupies one of the Grand Canal’s quieter enclaves. There are 22 rooms decorated in an eclectic style, with Venetian and Asian influences as well as traditional Venetian decor. It may be a boutique hotel but decor feels a bit more maximalist here. Communal areas are done in opulent antique style, and guest rooms include large TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. There are two gorgeous gardens too, the Jasmine and Rose, so named after the canopy of blooms in each. This is one of the pricier properties in this area, but with high-end touches like terraces, a private boat dock, and original furnishings, it makes a convincing case for the extra cost. For a more budget-friendly option consider Bella Venezia instead, which is closer to St. Mark's.
The three-and -a-half-pearl Ca’ Nigra Lagoon Resort occupies one of the Grand Canal’s quieter enclaves. There are 22 rooms decorated in an eclectic style, with Venetian and Asian influences as well as traditional Venetian decor. It may be a boutique hotel but decor feels a bit more maximalist here. Communal areas are done in opulent antique style, and guest rooms include large TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. There are two gorgeous gardens too, the Jasmine and Rose, so named after the canopy of blooms in each. This is one of the pricier properties in this area, but with high-end touches like terraces, a private boat dock, and original furnishings, it makes a convincing case for the extra cost. For a more budget-friendly option consider Bella Venezia instead, which is closer to St. Mark's.
The 51-room Hotel Al Sole is a mid-range property in Venice’s San Polo district, with views of the Rio del Gaffaro. The hotel embraces its setting, with rooms that overlook the canal, quaint street, and courtyard garden. That being said, the style is spartan, with generic bedspreads and cheap furnishings. Amenities include TVs, minibars, air-conditioning, some basic toiletries, and old hairdryers in the bathrooms, although Superior Rooms also have coffee-and-tea-making facilities. The bar, however -- with its original wooden beams and exposed brickwork -- receives rave reviews. Unfortunately, the continental breakfast buffet is not so well received and could do with more variety. Rates are reasonable, though the 20-minute journey to St. Mark’s Square may deter some travelers. For a more central stay in San Marco, consider Hotel Rialto Venezia.
The 51-room Hotel Al Sole is a mid-range property in Venice’s San Polo district, with views of the Rio del Gaffaro. The hotel embraces its setting, with rooms that overlook the canal, quaint street, and courtyard garden. That being said, the style is spartan, with generic bedspreads and cheap furnishings. Amenities include TVs, minibars, air-conditioning, some basic toiletries, and old hairdryers in the bathrooms, although Superior Rooms also have coffee-and-tea-making facilities. The bar, however -- with its original wooden beams and exposed brickwork -- receives rave reviews. Unfortunately, the continental breakfast buffet is not so well received and could do with more variety. Rates are reasonable, though the 20-minute journey to St. Mark’s Square may deter some travelers. For a more central stay in San Marco, consider Hotel Rialto Venezia.
The 18-room Alloggi Agli Artisti is a small, no-frills hotel centrally located near the Grand Canal and the Santa Lucia train station. Rooms are basic and have classic but dated decor, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning; some also have balconies. Some rooms share bathrooms and there's no elevator. The nearby Albergo San Samuele is another reasonably priced option, but rooms there lack air-conditioning.
The 18-room Alloggi Agli Artisti is a small, no-frills hotel centrally located near the Grand Canal and the Santa Lucia train station. Rooms are basic and have classic but dated decor, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning; some also have balconies. Some rooms share bathrooms and there's no elevator. The nearby Albergo San Samuele is another reasonably priced option, but rooms there lack air-conditioning.