PALAZZO DEL GIGLIO, Venice – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Hotel Palazzo del Giglio offers 5 rooms and 19 suites with views of Piazza Santa Maria del Giglio or the Grand Canal. Rooms feature Murano glass lamps, period furniture, and air conditioning. All bathrooms have white Carrara marble with showers or hydromassage tubs. Suites include kitchenettes with dining areas. Economy rooms have joined or separate single beds. Superior Junior Suites overlook the square and include sitting areas with sofa beds.
Dining Options
A continental breakfast buffet with cereals, fresh fruit, and croissants is served in the café with views of the square. Guests can also have breakfast delivered to their room. The reading room offers espresso prepared by the hotel's coffee shop. The hotel does not have onsite restaurants but is surrounded by Venetian bars (bacari) and designer shops along Calle Larga XXII Marzo.
Location & Transportation
Located in San Marco, the hotel overlooks Piazza Santa Maria del Giglio with its Baroque church. It is a 5-minute walk from St. Mark's Square and La Fenice Opera House. The Santa Maria del Giglio vaporetto stop (Line 1) is 2 minutes away, connecting to Piazzale Roma and the Lido. From Marco Polo Airport, take the Alilaguna Orange Line (80 minutes) or water taxi (25 minutes). From Santa Lucia Station, take vaporetto Line 1 (25 minutes) or water taxi (15 minutes).
Hotel Services
The reception desk provides tourist information, books excursions, guided tours, and transfers. Services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, and room service. The hotel offers reserved parking at Piazzale Roma and complimentary entrance tickets to the Venice casino. The reading room has Italian and foreign newspapers for trip planning.
Area Highlights
The hotel faces Santa Maria del Giglio church, featuring statues of Captain Antonio Barbaro and a Madonna with Child painting by Peter Paul Rubens. Nearby attractions include Campo Santo Stefano, Accademia Bridge, and Gallerie dell'Accademia (0.5 km). Artisan shops and antique stores line Calle Larga XXII Marzo leading to St. Mark's Square. Rialto Bridge and Basilica of St Mary of Health are both 1 km away.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I found the hotel to be a pleasant stay with spacious rooms that felt more like small apartments, complete with a convenient kitchenette for those looking to enjoy more home-cooked meals. The morning heat was a bit intense, but the elegant furnishings made up for it. The laneway leading to the hotel added a touch of charm. The location was superb, allowing easy access to Venice's key attractions, although it fell slightly short of a 4-star experience. Overall, a great choice for explorers looking to immerse themselves in the heart of Venice.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were surprisingly spacious, feeling like a small apartment, but the lack of an elevator made it a bit challenging. The service was excellent, from accommodating an early check-in to sharing insightful historical tales. The location was unbeatable for exploring the city, being just minutes away from major attractions. The dining options were tasty, but leaning more towards sweets than healthy choices.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were well appointed, but the shower had issues with maintaining a constant temperature. The service was impeccable, especially thanks to Ms Chaira at the front office. The location was outstanding, close to major attractions, but the dining experience left much to be desired with limited breakfast options.
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