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The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, VenicevsThe St. Regis Venice

Both properties are endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel scores significantly better than The Westin Europa & Regina, Venice. The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 92 with recommendations from 15 sources like Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer's.

The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
9/10
Campo Santa Maria del Giglio 2467, 30124 Venice
From $1,639/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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 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 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 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 Travel + Leisure
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"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 DK Eyewitness
"Ernest Hemingway described this sumptuous 15th-century palace as “the best hotel in a city of great hotels”."
Time Out 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 Jetsetter
"Renovated Venetian Baroque Grand Canal stunner with an impressive art collection and culinary academy." Full review
Oyster 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 Afar Magazine
"Amid the numerous updates, classic details remain—Murano glass chandeliers, the original gold-trimmed ceilings, and marble tiled floors." Full review
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The St. Regis Venice
8/10
San Marco 2159, 30124 Venice
From $455/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A recent overhaul of one of Venice's venerable Grand Canal bastions put it back among the city's top hotels." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Prize location along the Grand Canal coupled with superb suites and fabulous culinary offerings is what this Venetian spot is all about." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This amalgamation of the former Hotel Britannia and Hotel Regina is easily one of Venice's still-undiscovered gems." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Five connected historic palaces situated along the Grand Canal, with unsurpassed views of Santa Maria della Salute, the city's iconic 17th-century church." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Occupying an inspiring position on the Grand Canal, close to Piazza San Marco, it has beautifully decorated spacious rooms and sumptuous public areas."
Star Service Star Service
"Whereas the Monaco engages its guests with eye-catching eclectic surroundings, this assemblage aims for authentic Venetian luxury, albeit with a glossy, updated edge." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"In a paradox uniquely Venetian, the hotel manages to be central... yet maintains an elite seclusion when approached from land where five joined palazzo comprising the hotel are tucked away." Full review
Oyster Oyster
4.0
"In a group of historic 18th- and 19th-century palaces in the heart of Venice’s historic center right on the Grand Canal, the luxury Westin Europa & Regina offers modern amenities." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"With its spectacular Grand Canal frontage and classic Venetian décor, the five-star Europa & Regina is one of the grandes dames of the city’s accommodation scene." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Situated on the Grand Canal, steps from the Piazza San Marco, this hotel delivers stunning views from terrace suites and canal-side dining.By Westin AFAR." Full review
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