CANAL GRANDE, Venice

Canal Grande - A restored 18th-century palace with Grand Canal views, Venetian Rococo decor, and direct water taxi access

Housed in the restored Ca' Polacco palace, this 15-room Venice hotel showcases authentic 18th-century Rococo furnishings throughout its public spaces. Canal Grande features a rose marble fireplace in the lobby, golden mirrors in the breakfast room, and red velvet armchairs in the bar overlooking the waterway. Each individually decorated room offers 24-hour service, premium bedding, air conditioning, and laptop-compatible safes. The hotel's breakfast deck and small terrace provide direct views over the Grand Canal, where guests can arrive by water taxi or gondola. Located in Campo San Simeon within Santa Croce district, Canal Grande sits just minutes from Santa Lucia train station and Piazzale Roma. The property offers meeting facilities, ticket reservations, an internet point, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.

Pros

Staff speaks fluent English and demonstrates strong dedication to guest service

Quiet location away from main tourist routes while maintaining easy transport access

One of Venice's select hotel bars worth visiting instead of nearby bacari

Guest rooms feature original paintings reflecting Venetian cultural figures

Cons

Some rooms are located in an annex building 65.6 ft away

The annex building has no elevator access