- Centrally overlooking the Grand Canal
- Enchanting views of Venice and the waterfront from the restaurant's terrace
Dating back to 1475 and originally a home belonging to the family of Doge Andrea Gritti, this iconic hotel occupies an enviable corner of Venice overlooking the Grand Canal. After undergoing an extensive renovation, the painstakingly restored hotel is opening its doors to guests once again. Behind the façade’s Venetian Gothic windows are gorgeous public rooms adorned with antique furnishings, marble floors, precious paintings and elegant damasks. The Gritti Palace’s guest rooms are Venetian in style, embracing local stucco and Murano designs that reflect the bygone era of the Baroque and Rococo.
Fine culinary delights are available in the hotel's Restaurant Club del Doge, set amongst marble columns and beneath wooden beams. During the summer, the restaurant opens out onto a waterfront terrace with enchanting views of Venice. The legendary The Gritti Palace has played host to some of Venice’s most illustrious visitors throughout the years, from Ernest Hemingway to international Royalty.
The hotel has 82 rooms (official rating 5 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-11 years.
Minimum 2 night stay for Fri & Sat arrivals
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Bar Longhi
The splendid Bar Longhi and its Grand Canal Terrace are the bustling hub of social interaction at The Gritti Palace. It features the best cocktails in Venice as well as a Venetian Cicchetti Experience, ideal for sharing and late night snacking. Ingredients will be market fresh and seasonal. The Bar Longhi also features an outstanding soufflé menu making it the perfect stop off for a dessert and nightcap.
Open from 11am - 1am
The Riva Lounge
Perfectly situated hanging over the Grand Canal, this seasonal Riva lounge on the Gritti Terrace is a real gem. Enoy a drink here while watching passing Gondalas and admiring iconic views.
Open from 6pm - 1am
Restaurant Club del Doge
Included With:Bed & Breakfast
Dress Code: Formal Dress
The Club del Doge is a magnificent celebration of Venetian tradition in a formal setting, with the spectacular outdoor terrace overhanging the Grand Canal. The atmosphere is casual chic by day with guests nibbling on crudités and fresh seafood platters. Dinner is a more formal affair with a menu showcasing the finest Venetian cuisine and the best risotto in Venice.
Open 7.30am - 10.30pm
The Gritti Terrace
Opening Dates:
Seasonal opening times: April - October
Enjoy daytime dining overlooking the spectacular grand canal in a relax outdoor terrace.
Opening times: 12pm - 6pm
Spa & Wellness
Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Spa
A rareity among Venetian hotels, this spa is a peaceful, luxurious haven for guests to experience its highly effective therapies and multi-sensory programmes. Treatments are all the more unique for their use of Blu Mediterraneo Spa products, with sensorial properties to transport the mind and body to the Italian Mediterranean.
Open Tuesday - Sunday. Reservations can be made in advance or on arrival.
Activities & Entertainment
The Gritti Epicurean School
This informal Venetian kitchen hosts a variety of interactive events and experiences including wine tastings and cooking workshops. Guests of The Gritti Epicurean School dine on a communal table and can enjoy hearty Italian home cooking and discover fresh products from the region.
Reservations for classes are required.
Wifi
Complimentary Wifi
Stay connected with the wifi free of charge.
About the location
Holidays to Venice have an unforgettable appeal. With beautiful historic buildings, traditional gondolas to transport you around the waterways and a romantic ambience to warm every heart, this really is a special place. Couples will love being punted down the waterways while being serenaded by the gondolier before alighting to enjoy a romantic meal for two in one of Venice’s traditional restaurants. But it’s not only couples who are drawn by its charm; the city’s historic buildings and splendid architecture are perfect for those looking to experience history and culture. Food lovers will enjoy exploring the streets and seeking out the most beautiful authentic trattoria serving up delicious delicacies.
Transfer time
The hotel is 40 minutes from Marco Polo airport. Return private transfers included. To change your transfers or book car hire instead, simply call us once you’ve completed your booking.
Venetian Room
Max 2 adults
Venetian Rooms are decorated in traditional Venetian style with hand-painted ceilings and pastel-coloured furniture and feature a double bed and a luxurious marble bathroom with a bath and separate walk-in shower. They can sleep up to two adults.
26-40m²
Giglio Prestige Room
25-57m²
Giglio Prestige Rooms offer light and spacious accommodation with a view over the Santa Maria del Giglio Square. The rooms feature a king-size bed or twin beds, large windows, oak parquet floors and a large bathroom with a bath and a separate walk-in shower. A third guest can be accommodated on a rollaway bed and interconnecting rooms can be requested, please call to book.
25-57m²
Landmark Grand Canal View Room
Max 3 adults
Landmark Grand Canal View Rooms feature a stunning view over the Grand Canal towards the Punta della Dogana and Santa Maria della Salute Basilica. They are decorated in traditional Venetian style with hand-painted ceilings and pastel-coloured furniture. They feature a king-size bed or twins beds and a luxurious marble bathroom, most with a bath and separate walk-in shower. These rooms are available on request, please call to book. A third guest can be accommodated on a rollaway bed.
29-41m²
Sestriere Suite
Max 3 adults
Sestriere Suites are decorated in traditional Venetian style and comprise of a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed or twin beds, an ensuite living area and a large marble bathroom and feature a view over the small side Canal, Rio delle Ostreghe, or over the city. A third guest can be accommodated on a rollaway bed.
38-45m²
Based on 1756 traveller reviews
97% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
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Reviews
“ Best Hotel In Italy?
MrC1997, Monaco
Dec 17 2020
Having visited The Gritti Palace many times now, every visit has been perfect and I always look forward to returning time and time again.
The building itself being a Venetian Gothic palazzo on...
Having visited The Gritti Palace many times now, every visit has been perfect and I always look forward to returning time and time again.
The building itself being a Venetian Gothic palazzo on Canal Grande with spectacular views of the Salute and the Canal couldn't be better.
The décor of the public spaces and rooms are historical in feel and luxury surrounds you. The Bathrooms are some of the finest I've ever encountered in a hotel and are clad in beautiful marble of varying colours.
The bar, whether sat inside or on the terrace taking in the views is truly one of the world's greatest pastimes.
The restaurant serves fantastic Venetian cuisine, has an exceptional wine list and the dining room itself is just as beautiful as the rest of the hotel.
The service and the concierge are truly world class as expected.
You must visit The Gritti Palace at least once in your lifetime, even if it is just for a drink or some food, it really is that great and is certainly one of the world's finest hotels.
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“ Fantastic Stay from Start to Finish
chesl77, London, United Kingdom
Oct 27 2020
What a fantastic stay. Stunning location and restaurant views on the Grand Canal, super friendly front of house staff. Beautifully decorated room and sumptuous bathroom. Extremely helpful concierge...
What a fantastic stay. Stunning location and restaurant views on the Grand Canal, super friendly front of house staff. Beautifully decorated room and sumptuous bathroom. Extremely helpful concierge was a big plus. Lovely breakfast with excellent quality ingredients.
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“ Divine
juliettel593, London, United Kingdom
Oct 23 2020
Truly the best service I have ever experienced & better than ANY where in the world I have been.
The concierge service and head concierge Ivan were so incredibly special
And really appreciated the...
Truly the best service I have ever experienced & better than ANY where in the world I have been.
The concierge service and head concierge Ivan were so incredibly special
And really appreciated the care and going the extra miles to help us have the most amazing 23 hours in Venice
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“ Disdain for customers
376margaretc, London, United Kingdom
Oct 04 2020
The cocktail bar waiters will give you just a scanning menu without asking whether you have a device with which to scan.
Cocktails are not special although the decor is as pretty as it ever...
The cocktail bar waiters will give you just a scanning menu without asking whether you have a device with which to scan.
Cocktails are not special although the decor is as pretty as it ever was.
There is a feeling of cost saving. Even their hot chocolate was this and lukewarm where it used to be thick, and creamy and piping hot.
Pity.
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“ The best hotel in Venice
susanmary6, Baldock, United Kingdom
Sep 29 2020
We have been fortunate to have visited Venice nearly a dozen times in the last 35 years with our last 6 stays in this hotel. The location is one of the best next to the Grand Canal and opposite the...
We have been fortunate to have visited Venice nearly a dozen times in the last 35 years with our last 6 stays in this hotel. The location is one of the best next to the Grand Canal and opposite the church Santa Maria de Salute, (which is beautiful at night when lit) yet only a few minutes walk to St Mark's Square and the rest of the city. It is also very peaceful as not on a main thoroughfare, but has a Gondola and a traghetto (public gondola type boat for crossing the canal) next to it. The hotel is very luxurious in a typical "old" Italian style , staff are very friendly and helpful . Due to Covid the restaurant/bar menu are very restricted at this time only.
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