Palazzo del Giglio

Loved how close the hotel was to the Grand Canal and water bus station. An easy walk to Piazza San Marco, St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge as well as the Esplanade along the Grand Canal. Room was good, plenty of space although a little awkward with large suitcases and the steps outside of the lift up to and in the room. Bathroom was a great size and towels were awesome. Bed was comfy and breakfast was very well done with lots of choices, either sent to your room or taken down in the bar area. Lovely gift from Management of Prosecco for two and fresh fruit upon checking in.

The location is great, right in the city centre, 2 minutes walk from the water bus stop with direct connection to the airport. The staff are absolutely fantastic and despite the number of tourists the deal with, they greet everyone with smile and are willing to help with everything they can. We were allowed to the room a bit earlier, and also we were allowed to keep luggage before check in and after check out. Breakfast is simple, but adequate and needs to be ordered the evening before with an option to have it in the room.

The outside of the hotel does not reflect the interior, which is superb. The room was a good size and decor lovely. When we entered the room, the first thing we saw was a big bowl of fruit. Then, the doorbell rang and we were presented with a bottle of Prosecco. The bathroom was beautiful - big marble spa bath (which my wife took full advantage of). The location was great - short walk up from the water taxi and not far from St Mark's square. Lots of dinner options nearby. The breakfast included was really nice - a good selection to have in our room or in the dining room.

We liked the room, the extreme kindness of personality, the breakfast in room, the massage bathtub, it was near all the important monuments and near vaporetto. We really liked it and we will return when in venice.

The hotel is right off the pier, which means no dragging your bags to inner parts of the island.