HOTEL PALAZZINA GRASSI, Venice – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Palazzina Grassi offers 25 rooms and suites designed by Philippe Starck. Options include Superior rooms, Deluxe rooms with terraces, Junior Suites, and Signature Grand Canal Suites with views of the Grand Canal. Rooms feature air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite flat-screen TVs, and bathrooms with walk-in showers, bathrobes, and slippers. Some suites have balconies overlooking Venice's rooftops or the Grand Canal.
Dining & Drinks
The Restaurant serves contemporary and traditional Venetian cuisine, with a show kitchen where guests can watch chefs prepare dishes. The Lounge offers drinks and gourmet dinners with views of the Grand Canal. The Terrace, open in summer, serves breakfast, brunch, and cocktails surrounded by plants. The Krug Champagne Lounge provides a private space with Grand Canal views.
Events & Entertainment
Palazzina Grassi hosts private events, from weddings to corporate gatherings, with capacity for 15 to 180 guests. During major events like the Venice Film Festival and Carnival, The Restaurant transforms into Palazzina The Club, featuring world-class DJs. The Blue Pavilion, a 600-square-meter venue on Giudecca Island, includes a 12-meter indoor pool for exclusive events.
Location & Access
The hotel is in San Marco, a 5-minute walk from Piazza San Marco. Nearby landmarks include the Peggy Guggenheim Collection (0.5 km) and the Rialto Bridge (1 km). Reach the hotel by water taxi from Marco Polo Airport (30 minutes) or Santa Lucia Train Station (10 minutes). The Alilaguna orange line stops at Sant'Angelo, a short walk away.
Guest Services
Services include in-room check-in, 24/7 snack menus, and breakfast served until noon. The concierge arranges private tours, market visits with the chef, and boat trips on the Grand Canal. Guests can book exclusive experiences like private visits to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection or aperitifs on a private boat.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I absolutely loved the hotel's location, so close to St Marks Square but still peaceful. The rooms had a large balcony, perfect for evening cocktails, but without a view, the price seems too high. The service was a bit lacking, but the staff did drive me to the train station. The dining experience was good, although deciding on room service early was tricky. Overall, a gem for feeling like a local rather than a tourist.
I stayed at a hotel that offered a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, after upgrading for a more standard size, were very nice and comfortable, despite needing some maintenance. I had a bit of a noisy view of a lady chasing yappy dogs with a broom outside. The service was excellent, with friendly and accommodating staff such as Rachel and Maddalena making my stay special. The location in Venice was wonderful, close to everything but outside the main area. The dining experience was lacking, with basic and oily options for the price. Overall, it was a decent stay with room for improvement.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had all the finishing touches one would need for an early transatlantic flight. The service was superb with welcoming and friendly staff, making it a truly enjoyable experience. The location was ideal, close to San Marco and offering a quiet yet convenient setting. The dining experience was satisfactory with a nice selection each morning. Overall, a comfortable and modern hotel with some minor room size issues but excellent service and location.
I've been traveling for fifty years, and I must say the room here is one of the best I've ever experienced. We initially had a small room, but for a bit extra, we upgraded to a more normal-sized room, which was very nice. There are a few areas in the room that could use some attention, like more space to hang towels or bags.
Our stay at the hotel was quite a mixed bag. Despite the fabulous room with great finishing touches and complimentary toiletries restocked daily, we had the displeasure of witnessing a rather noisy neighbor with yappy dogs in the garden. The service was excellent, professional, and focused on personal attention, but we did have to wait for two hours on one occasion. The location was fantastic for those seeking privacy and a local experience, although some may find the decor somewhat misleading. The dining options were basic, with more focus on bread than a variety of choices. Overall, a stay with highs and lows.
