Prime location on the Grand Canal
Walking distance from the city's major sights
Typically opulent Venetian decor
Cozy bar with Grand Canal views
Clean, comfortable rooms with jetted tubs and private balconies in some
Free buffet breakfast
Pets allowed (con for some)
Some rooms can be noisy
Furnishings starting to show some wear and tear
No restaurant or fitness center
Fee for Wi-Fi
The mid-range, 26-room Palazzo Sant'Angelo sul Canal Grande feels like a classical Venetian hotel, from its 19th-century palazzo to the opulent, antique-inspired decor. The location is excellent, right on the Grand Canal and a short walk to most of the city's major tourist spots. There's a bar and cafe with canal views; breakfast is included, and although there's no full restaurant, the surrounding area is filled with eateries. Rooms are boldly decorated and have jetted tubs; some overlook the Grand Canal and some have small private balconies. Expect to pay for Wi-Fi.
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Scene
19th-century palazzo with opulent, antique-inspired furnishings
The boutique hotel Palazzo Sant'Angelo sul Canal Grande is housed in a late-19th-century palazzo that looks classically Venetian, from the decor to the Grand Canal lapping at the sides of the building. The lobby decor is typical of many Venice hotels, with polished tile floors, ornate wooden furniture, and richly patterned rugs. Large glass doors at the entrance and plain, neutrally painted walls add a more modern touch. Potted plants, wooden cabinets filled with curios, and a mannequin dressed in traditional Venetian finery fill the lobby. There's plenty of space to sit and relax, from sofas in the lobby to armchairs in the bar, which has Grand Canal views. The breakfast room continues the classical Venetian theme, with upholstered chairs and stately wallpaper. There's also a small patio overlooking the canal where guests can enjoy coffee and watch the boats go by. The small hotel primarily attracts tourist couples.
Location
On the Grand Canal, close to a vaporetto stop, with a private water taxi launch
As locations go, the Palazzo Sant'Angelo sul Canal Grande's is hard to beat. It's right on the Grand Canal, with its own water taxi launch, and there's a vaporetto stop just across the street. It couldn't be easier to get around the city on the water from here, but all the main sights are also in walking distance. The Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square are both less than 10-minutes away on foot. The immediate area has plenty of museums and good restaurants, and Campo Santo Stefano, a plaza with lots of great restaurants, is very close by.
Rooms
Bold, opulent decor and jetted tubs, and private balconies with Grand Canal views for some
The hotel's 26 rooms have bold, red-and-white decor with patterned red carpets, striped wallpaper, and crisp, white linens. The overall feel is opulent and historic, but perhaps a little overdone. Marble tiled bathrooms have jetted tubs, and bathrobes and slippers are provided. Some suites have small balconies and views of the Grand Canal, but the incredible views also come with a bit of noise from the traffic on the water. All rooms have fully stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free newspapers. Some guests complain of minor wear around the edges and thin walls.
Features
Free breakfast buffet, bar, and cafe with Grand Canal views
The hotel's Sant'Angelo Bar has a marble floor, brocade seating, and excellent Grand Canal views, and it serves snacks and drinks during the day until late in the evening. A free buffet breakfast is served daily in the breakfast room, which has heavy wood wall panels and a bright, patterned carpet. There's a small meeting room and a desk in the lobby with a computer and printer. Guests pay a charge for using Wi-Fi in public areas.
