Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli E Gran Canal, Venice

Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli E Gran Canal - A historic palace hotel with Grand Canal views, multilingual staff, and private mooring

Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli E Gran Canal occupies a 16th-century palace featuring original frescoes, exposed beams, and period furnishings. Many rooms offer balconies with views of the Grand Canal or historic Venice, while accommodations include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, minibars, and safes. The property provides a rich breakfast buffet each morning at Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli E Gran Canal and operates Do Grifoni Bar for evening drinks. Located 65.6 ft from the San Stae vaporetto stop, this 4-star hotel sits between Ca' Pesaro and the Church of San Stae in the Santa Croce district. The multilingual front desk staff arranges water taxis and guided tours of Venice. Select suites contain steam baths or separate living areas, with the Mozart Suite preserving 16th-century decorations where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart once stayed.

Pros

The historic palace features original 16th-century frescoes, exposed beams, and period decorations

Many rooms offer direct Grand Canal views from private balconies

Location just 65.6 ft from San Stae vaporetto stop with easy access to water transportation

Multilingual staff provides 24-hour front desk service and arranges water taxis

Select suites include steam baths and separate living areas with historical significance

Cons

Some rooms overlook interior courtyards rather than the Grand Canal

The historic building layout may require navigating multiple staircases