The Gritti Palace

Our stay in Venice was nothing short of unforgettable, and a huge part of that magic was our time at this incredible historic hotel on the Grand Canal - The Gritti Palace. From the moment we arrived by boat and were warmly welcomed at the entrance, we felt completely transported—both in time and in experience. The property itself is stunning, full of rich Venetian character and timeless elegance. It beautifully preserves that old-world charm while still feeling refined and comfortable. Honestly, it felt like a destination in itself—we could have happily spent our entire time there without ever leaving. A very special thank you to Geraldine, who truly went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional. Her care, attention, and personal touch made a lasting impression, and we’re so grateful for the role she played in creating such a memorable experience. We also want to recognize Gianmarco, Antonella, and Alessandro, who were all incredibly kind, professional, and welcoming throughout our stay. The level of hospitality across the board was outstanding. Some highlights: waking up to the Grand Canal, enjoying an incredible breakfast right by the water, relaxing drinks at the bar, and simply soaking in the atmosphere of such a historic and beautifully maintained space. The room was exquisite, the bed was very comfortable, and even the smallest details felt thoughtful and intentional. This is more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience. Whether you’re staying overnight or simply stopping in for a drink, it’s absolutely worth it. We left feeling grateful, taken care of, and already dreaming about returning. Highly, highly recommend.

Considering a long awaited bucket list stay, expectations were high and Gritti did not disappoint! Firstly Geraldine reached out in advance with regard to room preference. When we spoke she described the difference between rooms and we were able to make an informed decision. The room did not disappoint! That view of the Grand Canal was continuously enchanting and we spent much time taking it all in. Upon arrival Gianmarco met us at the dock and helped us with our bags with a friendly smile. Breakfast was always delicious and service was extraordinary from Antonella and Alessandro, with Elena always getting us the best table by the water! We will never forget this very special place and hope to return often!! Grazie Mille Gritti staff!!

We finally managed to return to Venice after about 11 years, and same as our previous visits, we stayed at the amazing Gritti Palace. The hotel is right on the Grand Canal, with its own taxi pier. We were welcomed and whisked off to reception, checked in and shown to our room in record time. The room was spotlessly clean, a nice size and with daily complimentary water. The bed was absolutely huge and the room itself was very comfortable all round. The weather wasn’t the greatest the first day, so we sat in the bar having a drink and some bites and doing a bit of people watching as the staff in the bar looked after us. Breakfast is buffet style with cooked options off the menu, coffee and drinks on tap, and of course, mimosas if you like! The staff at breakfast (and all over the hotel too) were extremely attentive and very helpful. Nothing was a problem for them. The first day we were inside, but the second day we were lucky enough to be out on the terrace. What an absolutely amazing experience this is, having breakfast on the Grand Canal and watching the gondoliers, taxis, water buses etc going about their day. There really is something magical about the whole experience. Location is perfect, just a few minutes walk from the San Marco square and the Rialto Bridge, and quite easy to navigate to and from the hotel. Again, the staff are so friendly and helpful, and they and the hotel are still awesome after all these years, and we will definitely be back next year.

Stayed for 2 night in a beautiful room. Service and surroundings are sublime but €32 for a Campari Spritz and €3k per night for a room makes it a limited experience for mere mortals.

We stayed here after much research and recommend recommendations from fellow traveler and friends. Needless to say, we were not disappointed. The history of this building and its previous guest, especially Ernest Hemmingway is surreal. Attention to detail and the service was exactly what you would expect from a hotel of this stature. In addition, the location is second to none along with the superb restaurant and bar. I highly recommend the seven course set meal at the doge restaurant There’s a reason this is the highest rated hotel on TripAdvisor