The hotel is situated on a quiet corner of the Cannaregio district, where the atmosphere of old Venice has been preserved, off the tourist track and full of old restaurants and taverns. Yet all the sights are within easy walking distance: it is just 5 minutes to the Rialto Bridge and 10 minutes to St Mark's Square.
The hotel building is an example of Venice's minor architecture, but preserves the fascination of the ancient city. The moment guests enter via the distinctive courtyard, they will be engulfed in the intimate and very particular atmosphere of the Venice of times gone by. They will be carried back to the age of gondolas moving back and forth among the palaces, mysterious custodians of amorous intrigues and conspiracies. The original 13th century beams and marble features in the space used as the reception hall have been preserved in perfect condition through careful restoration, and the chandelier and splendid antique mirror are a testament to the sublime skill of the master glaziers of Murano. Renovated in 2006, it comprises 20 double rooms, 5 single rooms and 2 junior suites spread over 4 floors. Facilities provided at this air-conditioned hotel include an entrance hall with 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, lift access, a cafe, a bar, a TV lounge, a restaurant, Internet access/ WLAN access point and room service.
General information:The hotel building is an example of Venices minor architecture, but preserves the fascination of the ancient city. As you come in by the distinctive courtyard with the well bearing the family name, you will be engulfed in the intimate and very particular atmosphere of a Venice of the past. The Barbaro family came to Venice from Rome in 868, and members of the family fought in battle as Venetian army commanders or served as diplomats engaged in complicated relations with the Republics overseas possessions.Location:Our hotel is in a quiet corner where the Rio di Ca' Dolce and Rio di Santa Fosca canals meet, in the Cannaregio district in the north-west of the city.Area details:Cannaregio is one of the more populous and typical areas in Venice. We are near the Campo Santi Apostoli and the Ca' dOro, one of the most beautiful palaces on the Grand Canal, built between 1424 and 1440 by order of the patrician Marino Contarini as a gift for the woman he loved. Its name, Golden House, is due to the gold ornamentation on its Decorated Gothic faade. Recreation:This hotel offers a bar and jacuzzi for your enjoyment.Reception is also open 24 hours a day, and our friendly, expert staff will help you to book a concert or an excursion, give you the name of a typical bar or night-club or a good restaurant, and will be at your service for any information you need.Rooms:Room amenities include air conditioning, cable television, hairdryer, in room safe, and much more.
Rates shown are per room per night.
