The Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli is a beautifully converted merchant’s palazzo in the heart of Venice that overlooks the Grand Canal. The building itself retains many of the palazzo’s original features, giving it plenty of authentic Venetian character.
Arriving by water taxi, you’ll enter by the traditional private water entrance which has steps leading up from the Grand Canal. Many of the rooms contain exposed timber ceilings and, on some, the remnants of the palazzo's original frescoes can still be seen. The second floor sitting rooms, where the merchant family had their suite, contain Murano glass chandeliers along with the original imposing oak doors.
OUR OPINION:
This charming and characterful hotel is one of our preferred hotel choices in the heart of Venice. The small boutique feel of the property along with its historic nature makes for a wonderfully authentic Venetian stay.
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Rooms
The hotel boasts a number of different room types with views of either the small courtyard or out across the Grand Canal. The larger superior and deluxe rooms are of a good size and are fitted with plenty of modern amenities including air-conditioning, a minibar and flat-screen TV. The decor is traditional in style with brocade wall coverings and elegant furniture, complemented by modern lamp fittings and plenty of electrical sockets. A number of rooms also contain exposed wooden ceilings, blending the historic features of the building with the tasteful modern refurbishment. Most of the rooms contain a bath.
Location
Just a short walk from the Rialto Bridge, Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli is in an excellent location for exploring Venice鈥檚 winding streets. Walking to St Mark鈥檚 Square takes about 25 minutes or if you would prefer to take a vaparetto (water bus), there is a stop easily located just next door to the hotel.
Food and drink
A hearty and varied buffet breakfast is offered in the dining room on the ground floor each morning. Guests can enjoy croissants, bread rolls, meats, cheeses, yogurt and fruit along with a small selection of hot options. The hotel has a small lobby bar that is open for drinks until midnight, after which room service can be requested.
Tour ideas in Venice
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
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Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Mask making experience, Venice ![Carnival Masks in Street Market, Verona]()
Mask making experience, Venice
Mask making experience, Venice
Learn about the history of Venice鈥檚 vibrant and elaborate masks and try your hand at making your own with materials such as brocade edging and bright acrylic paints.
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Panoramic boat tour of Venice ![Palace canal and Bridge of Sighs, Venice]()
Panoramic boat tour of Venice
Panoramic boat tour of Venice
Travel along the waterways of Venice by boat, viewing the city from the water on this two-hour tour. You鈥檒l see the different areas of the city and will even have the opportunity to view the lagoons and outlying islands.
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St Mark's Square & Doge's Palace secret histories tour ![View of St Mark's and the Doge's Palace, Venice]()
St Mark's Square & Doge's Palace secret histories tour
St Mark's Square & Doge's Palace secret histories tour
This half day tour takes you to the iconic Doge鈥檚 Palace, St Mark鈥檚 Square, and St Mark's Basilica. You will also have the opportunity to see some hidden areas of the Doge鈥檚 Palace not always open to the public.
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Venice and nearby places
- Verona 65 miles away
- Ravenna 71 miles away
- Dolomites 72 miles away
- Bologna 82 miles away
- Alta Badia 82 miles away
- Lake Garda 83 miles away
- Sirmione 84 miles away
- Gardone Riviera 87 miles away
- Modena 89 miles away
- Madonna di Campiglio 91 miles away