The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, VenicevsResidenza D'Epoca San Cassiano
Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel ranks significantly higher than Hotel San Cassiano - Residenza d'Epoca Ca' Favaretto. The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel ranks #2 in Venice with praise from 15 reviews such as Jetsetter, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice Show All Reviews
Campo Santa Maria del Giglio 2467, 30124 Venice
From $1,639/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"If you're going for luxury status and the classiest hotel on the Grand Canal, the Gritti has been it for decades." Full review
Concierge
"Built on the Grand Canal in 1525 for then-doge Andrea Gritti, this magnificent palazzo has lost none of its pomp and ceremony."
Insight Guides
"The 15th-century Gritti, decorated with Murano-glass chandeliers and 16th-century damask furnishings, is perhaps the most legendary Venetian hotel and has a price tag to match."
Fodor's
"The Gritti Palace represents aristocratic Venetian living at its best, complete with hand-blown chandeliers, sumptuous textiles, and sweeping canal views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"Starwood’s Luxury Collection pulled out all the stops to renovate Venice’s legendary hotel on the Grand Canal, with an estimated price tag of $55 million." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Ernest Hemingway described this sumptuous 15th-century palace as “the best hotel in a city of great hotels”."
Time Out
"There's a studied air of old-world charm and nobility about this 15th-century palazzo. Refined and opulent, adorned with antiques and fresh flowers, each room is uniquely decorated." Full review
Jetsetter
"Renovated Venetian Baroque Grand Canal stunner with an impressive art collection and culinary academy." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"82 rooms reflect hundreds of years of Venetian history, style, and culture, while Acqua di Parma toiletries, free Wi-Fi, stocked minibars, and flat-screen TVs keep rooms modern." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Amid the numerous updates, classic details remain—Murano glass chandeliers, the original gold-trimmed ceilings, and marble tiled floors." Full review
Residenza D'Epoca San Cassiano
Santa Croce 2232, 30135 Venice
From $43/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Call this place a moderate splurge choice, which gets two stars for its location and views." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Elegance and attention to service are trademarks."
Rough Guide
"Beautiful four-star with some rooms looking across the Canal Grande towards the Ca’ d’Oro. Has very helpful staff, a nice courtyard garden and a grand entrance hall."
Time Out
"Rooms are, on the whole, quite elegant. The airy breakfast room has huge windows overlooking the canal and there is a tiny but charming veranda right on the water." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Its canal-front setting is certainly a highlight, with nearly all tourists attractions within walking distance --though it's not the easiest hotel to find on foot." Full review