The Gritti Palace

Best Hotel of our Trip!!! This was the final hotel on our tour and it was the absolute best!!! The other hotels all paled in comparison. We had a very spacious and comfortable room which had a courtyard view. Breakfast was served in the restaurant which looks out on the Grand Canal. The buffet had a bounty of fresh fruit, including strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, which we had not seen at any of our other hotels. It is a very gracious place. The staff members were very helpful and gave us good tips on museum tickets, restaurants, and a great map which helped to keep us from getting lost. We were very sad to leave this lovely hotel. Definitely stay here if you want to experience the best service that a hotel can offer.

Absolutely beautiful 5 star hotel just wonderful in every way

Stayed between 20th and 23rd may 26. Picked up by the hotel, very convenient arrival . Met Mr. Pierluigi Boschian Shift leader, amazing personality, very smooth check in on upgraded room with proper explanation. He even accompanied us to the room before handing over the key. Very rare to get such friendly person on arrival which makes you very comfortable. We invited a couple as guest for Dinner. Decided forChef’s special set menu. As this will be for the entire table and we do not eat meat, Mr. Enrico Florentino has specially modified and created some of the items to suit our pallet which we enjoyed. We were very happy to get Mr. Alessandro Trivisano to serve our table with utmost care and concentration. Dinner with such panoramic view has made the evening truly unforgettable. A hotel with Royal ambiance, lovely room with special amenities and the behaviour of the stuff has made our stay memorable. We strongly recommend few nights stay.

The hotel just screams Venice. From its location right on the Grand Canal to the classic Venetian decor, it sets a perfect backdrop from which to enjoy Venice. Spacious and well appointed rooms, intimate and attentive service are highlights. There is a compact but well equipped fitness room. Breakfast on the terrace was delightful with some of the best pastries I’ve ever seen on a breakfast buffet (the Nutella and caramel filled brioche was even more decadent than it sounds). We also enjoyed a light bite in the bar which was relaxing but definitely not inexpensive. It’s a piece of living history that’s well worth experiencing.

If I can give 10 out of 5 it won’t be enough. Some hotels are luxurious. Some are beautiful. But very few make you feel genuinely cared for in the way The Gritti does. From the moment I arrived, everything felt effortless. The concierge team, reception, housekeeping, Club del Doge, the bar — every single person created an atmosphere of warmth, elegance, and true attention to detail. You never feel like “just a guest.” Somehow they always anticipate what you may need before you even ask. This is the kind of hotel that works equally beautifully for every occasion — whether it is a romantic escape, a family celebration across generations, or simply time alone to slow down and enjoy Venice. There is a rare feeling of emotional comfort here that is difficult to explain until you experience it yourself. I was travelling alone, and the level of genuine care and kindness I felt throughout the stay was extraordinary. Nothing felt forced or overly formal — just natural hospitality of the highest level. I stayed in two rooms during my visit and was later upgraded to a suite. Everything was immaculate, elegant, calm, and thoughtful. Honestly, it is difficult to imagine what could have been done better. In a world where many luxury hotels try hard to impress, The Gritti Palace does something much rarer: it makes you feel completely at home while still feeling unmistakably special. One of the most memorable hospitality experiences I’ve had.