The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice, Venice

The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice - A 15th-century Grand Canal palazzo with Epicurean school, Riva yacht experiences, and Sisley spa

Housed in a 1475 Gothic palazzo on the Grand Canal, this 5-star Venice hotel showcases views from San Giorgio Maggiore to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. The Gritti Palace features the Club del Doge restaurant serving Venetian cuisine with ingredients from the Rialto Market and the hotel's private lagoon garden. Bar Longhi offers craft cocktails and a Martini trolley, while the seasonal 36-seat Riva Lounge spans 592 ft^2 on the terrace. The Gritti Epicurean School conducts hands-on cooking classes with Executive Chef Daniele Turco. Three treatment suites, including two double rooms with steam baths, comprise The Gritti SPA by Sisley Paris. The Luxury Collection property sits 1640.4 ft from St. Mark's Square and a 5-minute walk from La Fenice Opera House. Water taxis transport guests directly to the private pier from Marco Polo Airport, Santa Lucia Railway, and the maritime port.

Pros

Les Clefs d'Or certified concierge team available 24/7

Luggage Liaison service eliminates airport baggage handling

2691 ft^2 Redentore Suite Terrace for private events

Pet-friendly accommodations for animals up to 6kg

Cons

High tide frequently affects city access during autumn and winter

Limited to 2MB complimentary internet in standard rooms