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Metropole Hotel VeneziavsPalazzina Grassi
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Metropole Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Palazzina. Metropole Hotel is ranked #13 in Venice with praise from 8 reviewers such as Time Out, Forbes Travel Guide and Oyster.
Metropole Hotel Venezia
Fodor's
Star Service
Frommer's
Time Out
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
Oyster
Riva Degli Schiavoni 4149, 30122 Venice
From $468/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Atmosphere prevails in this labyrinth of intimate, opulent spaces featuring classic Venetian decor combined with exotic Eastern influences." Full review
Star Service "In one of Venice's busiest and most scenic locations, this property fronts the promenade along the Grand Canal, just beyond St. Mark's Square.
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Frommer's "The quirky palazzo that has evolved from that church building is now a member of the Romantik hotel association -- and aptly so." Full review
Time Out "Of all the grand hotels that crowd this part of the riva, the Metropole is arguably the most characterful." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Oriental-tinged Metropole is a five-star hotel on the prestigious but congested lagoon-facing riva degli Schiavoni promenade." Full review
Jetsetter "A chic boutique stay in a historic palazzo near St. Mark’s Square, with a Michelin-starred restaurant – includes breakfast and a welcome gift." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Steeped in rich history, Hotel Metropole Venice is every inch a baroque ideal of the Italian city and its famous grand canals." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Metropole Hotel is a centrally located upscale property overlooking the Venetian Lagoon." 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
