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Hotel Antiche FigurevsPalazzina Grassi
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, Palazzina scores slightly better than Hotel Antiche Figure. Palazzina scores 80 with approval from 8 publications including Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Afar Magazine.
Hotel Antiche Figure
Oyster
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Santa Croce, 687, Fondamenta S. Simeon Piccolo, 30135 Venice
From $102/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The Hotel Antiche Figure is a charming mid-range boutique option in Santa Croce, a calm neighborhood near the train station that's removed from the tourist sights." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"The proximity of railway station, bus terminus and cruise ship port makes the three-star Antiche Figure a big favourite with travellers on stopovers in Venice as part of multi-destination holidays." Full review
Frommer's "A captivating 15th-century palazzo adjacent to an ancient gondola workshop...this is a very plush choice, with rooms decorated in a traditional neoclassical Venetian style" Full review
Palazzina Grassi
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service Oyster
Jetsetter
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Mr & Mrs Smith
Independent
Michelin Guide
Sestiere San Marco 3247, 30124 Venice
From $302/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "In the serene Accademia neighborhood... the 26-room Palazzina Grassi has a superb collection of Modernist glass from Murano masters in a sparkling space designed by Philippe Starck." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"An aristocratic fifteenth-century palazzo on the Grand Canal is the canvas for Philippe Starck’s first Italian design hotel." Full review
Star Service "Traditionalists beware: This chic, civilized gem is primed for fans of modernist guru Philippe Starck's familiar brand of high-style hijinx." Full review
OysterLuxury
"A small and quiet property in a great location -- all the main tourist spots in Venice are within walking distance, as are a good variety of shops and restaurants." Full review
Jetsetter "An opulent Venetian palace on the Grand Canal reinvented by French style guru Philippe Starck." Full review
Fodor's "Modern design fans may swoon at the sight of this Philippe Starck-designed hotel, which sits next to contemporary art museum Palazzo Grassi—perfect for soaking up lots of style in one go." Full review
Afar Magazine "The beds, dressed in white linens, have oversized mirrors as headboards, and the custom nightstand lamps have a simple black mask design, a nod to the famous Carnevale." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Sitting smack-dab on the Grand Canal, Palazzina G hotel plays its location to its fullest advantage as a sensual Phillipe Starck creation with avant-garde rooms that overlook Venice's rooftops." Full review
Independent "The closest Venice gets to a W hotel are these Philippe Starck-designed digs in a 16th-century little palazzo (“palazzino”) next to art gallery Palazzo Grassi"
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Michelin Guide "It’s a classic Venetian palazzo filtered through the mind of a dedicated anti-classicist, and the result was always going to be memorable." Full review
