Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal

I enjoyed staying in this lovely hotel the service was fantastic.

We arrived to the hotel via water taxi from the Venice airport. It was about a 15-20 minute boat ride. The staff were very friendly. The front door is the grand canal. The back door is a little alley way that leads to the town. staff accommodated our large group of 13. All our rooms were on the second floor. We had little balconies. Our room had views of the back while our parents had a great view of the canals. Our room had two twin beds. Everything was super clean in our hotel. They had continental breakfast which was a small buffet but they seat you and serve you. So friendly and breakfast was great. we enjoyed our stay here. Would definitely stay here again if we come back to Venice.

Stayed here one night. The hotel is very nice and the room was very spacious. It was a short walk from the boat stop and the staff was exceptional. We were scheduled for the buffet breakfast but since we were basically the only ones in the hotel they made our breakfast to order which was great. If you’re in Venice I would recommend staying here.

I went on a trip with my daughter and we had the pleasure of staying two nights at the hotel. It starts with the check in, which was warm and welcoming. We were given a small tour and history of the floor we stayed on and then shown our room. WOW - it was spacious, spotless and serene. We had a garden view room and it does not disappoint. The balcony was magical and the tranquil gardens were inviting. The bathroom is huge and comes with Ferragamo toiletries, which smells heavenly and feel as luxurious as you expect. The bed is comfortable and big without feeling overwhelming. The daily breakfast was wonderful. It is not buffet style, which I was happily surprised by. The dining room is not too big, so you would think it would feel crowded and be loud. It was neither. The guest service - being recommended where to enjoy a great meal and then having them make a reservation for you - was appreciated and just that extra touch. I can’t wait to go back.

From start to finish we had a great stay at this wonderful hotel. The arrival by boat, the unique and classy room, the prosecco in our room, the suggestions from the friendly staff, the service at the little bar, the delicious breakfast. It was all well-beyond satisfactory; it was excellent!

Great location if you want a comfortable hotel with excellent service and like to walk. Avoid the bustle of St. Marks but get there easily. Closer to Rialto. Staff here are top notch. Breakfast included in our deal was a great start. Dock gives east access to Grand Canal. Safe and clean area. Good room comfy bed meticulously neat. Sitting area outside at night and espresso bar in lobby. Boutique feel. I’d gladly return.

Wonderful location, outstanding service in this historic hotel! We spent our first three nights on our Italian trip. The location is fantastic with our room overlooking the Grand Canal! Enjoyed a wonderful breakfast each morning served by warm staff. Our room was charming and comfortable. We highly recommended. We booked through Delta Vacations!

Anniversary in Venice.. Prior to arriving, I contacted the hotel directly, as I wanted to ensure our holiday started without a hitch, and I wanted to get to the hotel without any worries or delays, as this was a special occasion for us. I managed to arrange (for an agreed price, providing my credit card details) for my wife and I to be met at the airport and taken directly to the waterfront by taxi, where a private water taxi was then waiting for us. This then whisked us away (at considerable speed) to the hotel. From the plane landing, going through airport, collecting our luggage…to stepping into the hotel, it took less than an hour & was well worth it. When we originally booked our trip through TUI, we upgraded to a Grand Canal view, so when we were shown to our room (we had to go out and come back as we arrived a little early), TUI had unfortunately been quite remiss in not pointing out that actually what they meant was a side view from the room window of the Grand Canal. I was devastated, as it wasn’t at all what TUI had led us to believe. This wasn’t the hotel’s fault, and what they did next was amazing. As another holidaymaker was leaving the next morning, they agreed to move us to that room at the front corner. They gave us a complimentary cocktail drink and nibbles in the bar before we went out on our first night. The Front of House Manager (Giuliano Zanet), the barman, and all the staff are a genuine asset to the hotel. Breakfast is a mixture of warm (scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage & mushrooms), fruit juices, coffees, pastries/danish/croissants, cold meats, cheese & bread, toast & jams, muesli, fruit and even cake (tiramisu, coconut, banana & chocolate & coconut) all served by lovely, friendly staff. Whilst we were out after our first night at the hotel, the staff had moved our belongings to the new room, and left us a bottle of Prosecco & 2 flutes, together with their well wishes for the rest of our stay. [Got to apologise at this point, as we had a minor accident and one of the glasses smashed on the floor. After a quick call to reception, 2 ladies arrived to clear away the broken glass (thank you to them both).] After that, our holiday went smoothly, the staff always helpful, attentive and forever smiling. We had the best time in Venice, and hopefully we will be able to go back, and if we do, we’ll definitely stay at the Palazzo Giovanelli. The hotel is situated directly on the Grand Canal, towards the northern end, right next to the San Stae water bus stop (#1 goes down (from left to right on the canal) to Rialto Bridge & San Marco; the Orange line Alilaguna goes to and from the airport). To get tickets for the water buses, either get them at the airport, or a short walk down to the Rialto Bridge stop.