Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal sits in central Venice near Rialto Bridge. Travelers appreciate the peaceful garden views while enjoying coffee at the on-site cafe. The multilingual staff helps visitors plan their Venice adventures with local expertise.
Located in Venice City Center, a neighborhood in Venice, Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal is near a train station and on the waterfront. Ca'Pesaro and Peggy Guggenheim Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery and Rialto Bridge. St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Venice travel guide
Santa Croce, San Stae, 2070, Venice, VE, 30135
What's nearby
Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Rialto Bridge
6 min walk - 0.6 km
St. Mark's Square
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Piazzale Roma
13 min walk - 1.1 km
St. Mark's Basilica
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Venice Santa Lucia Station
14 min walk
Restaurants
Rizzo
12 min walk
1000 Coffee & Bakery
17 min walk
Il Santo Bevitore
16 min walk
Restorante Serenissima Pizzeria
14 min walk
La Zucca
3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal
Upscale hotel near Rialto Bridge
Located close to Ca'Pesaro and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery, Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal provides a free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Limo/town car service, express check-out, and 1 meeting room
An elevator, a front-desk safe, and a gift shop
ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, and down comforters
Designer toiletries, bidets, and hair dryers
30-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and daily housekeeping
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Hosted evening meal available on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a fee of EUR 45
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Stereo
Family friendly
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Business services
441 square feet of conference space
Business center
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
On the waterfront
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Accessible bus station shuttle
Accessible train station shuttle
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (31 inch wide door)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Magnifying mirror
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
More
1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1500
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
30-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
Pay movies
Food and drink
Champagne service
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, airport, train station, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booking their stay in Venice are kindly requested to visit the #EnjoyRespectVenezia site www.comune.venezia.it/en/content/enjoyrespectvenezia for important information and regulations applied in the city.
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/.
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from November 3 2025 to April 22 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 11 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 150 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 30 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply to patients and their companions, and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties, subject to the submission of proper documents to the property. A 30 percent reduction applies from January 1-31.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 31 January, EUR 3.10 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.60 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 February - 31 December, EUR 4.50 per person, per night for adults; EUR 2.20 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 150 (one-way)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 30 per day
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 150 per day
Hosted evening meal: EUR 45
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 11 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours, for a fee.
What time is check-out at Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 150 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal located?
Located in Venice City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ca'Pesaro and Rialto Bridge. St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica are also within 15 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 14 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 14 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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This was a beautiful hotel with incredible amenities and right next to a taxi stop on the canal. One of the best locations only three stops away from the train station.
I took my wife to celebrate her 50th birthday with our family and Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli did not dissapoint.
From our first arrival the staff we absolutely wonderful.
The rooms, fantastic, clean and well appointed. The location of the hotel is perfect for an arrival from the airport via water taxi or Vaporetto and is within easy walking distance from all the main areas, however, it is in a really nice and quiet location, meaning you do not feel in the middle of the tourist maddness! A great base for a stay in Venice - highly recommended. We will definately be back!
Amazing stay on our last stop of 2-week trip through Italy. Top-notch service, clean, good location, authentic property, convenience of a dock right on the Grand Canal, and a good breakfast to start each day. We received an upgraded room for our anniversary along with a bottle of chilled prosecco awaiting us - such a nice gesture which we really appreciated! The jr suite gave us much more room and a balcony. Heads up - There are complimentary tours to Murano which we didn’t know about - save money $/or headache figuring out zaporettos. Truly wonderful property but the service was the best!
Staff was wonderful at check-in. Hotel is beautiful and the room was very inviting.
Amy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
JB
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is a cool hotel, but be aware. They are going through major renovation. The Canal view room that I paid for believing it would be the grand Canal from the pictures was a small window about the size of a shoebox, looking out the back of the hotel at a small canal. The original room was so small we couldn’t fit our Carry-on luggage in it with us. We asked him to change us to another room and they did so happily it was a huge room with a view of what they call the garden. The room was great except every morning at 8:30. They started construction in the room above us. If you go out in Venice and want to enjoy the city and eat late as most Venetians, do this is not the hotel you want to stay in while they go through this renovation.
On the upside, the staff was fantastic and the place is so clean and brand new for the rooms that are finished. They are spectacular. Amazing marble bathrooms, nice beds and amenities in the room.
Tolles Haus am Canale Grande. Schönes, geräumiges Zimmer mit riesigem Bett und toller Aussicht.
Nur der Frühstücksraum ist etwas klein und die zwei Kellner waren zwischenzeitlich mit den Gästen überfordert.
Die Vaporetto-Station nebenan ist perfekt
Our stay was ideal for multiple nights in Venice. The staff was helpful and fun to visit with. The location next to San Stae was very convenient and the breakfast exceeded expectations! The rooms were well appointed and recently remodeled but werw tight and the mattresses were beyond firm (our only real complaint). I would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Fantastique
Accueil très agréable et une surprise de taille avec un sur classement
Le décor typique avec ses lustres de Murano et une vue imprenable sur le grand canal
Ne pas hésiter à y séjourner
always love this hotel! great location on the gran canal with a ferry stop right next door. great staff-always accommodating
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
2/10 Terrible
Elizabeth
Jul 15, 2019
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice building. Good location. Awful service.
Awful service. Attitude of no help. Yelling at a family who wanted WiFi. Wouldn’t help us with a phone call. Felt like they were doing us a favor to be there. All for the highest priced hotel of our trip. Lovely building, good location. Very uncomfortable beds.
Très bon accueil , suite très spacieuse et magnifique avec vue sur le grand canal. Petit cadeau de bienvenue. Petit déjeuner très bien . Petit bémol sur le jacuzzi manque un cache ce qui n est pas très agréable quand on s allonge . Sinon nous conseillons . L emplacement est très bien.
All I can say, is that when you book as a couple, you run the great potential of being moved to a "sister" hotel, due to unexpected (and unbelievable) "unfortunate water damage" to your previously guaranteed booked room. It was obvious to us that we were being relocated in order to accommodate a larger group, who were to occupy several rooms. The little guy finishes last.
We were denied a chance to visually see the alleged water-damaged room, and had no recourse, but to accept the alternative offered. Who needs to drag luggage around Venice on a Friday afternoon, seeking another hotel?
We specifically selected this hotel due to its proximity to the Alla Laguna San Stae station, hoping not to have to transport luggage for any unnecessarily long distances, since we are both senior citizens.
We were moved to a hotel two water bus stops away, to a less desirable area of Venice, close to the bus station. And during the transfer, the hotel representatives, Davide and his colleague had us enter through the exit portal to enter the boat without paying for the transfer.
Although the room in the sister hotel was rather grand, we needed to get up earlier in order to be moved back to the San Stae station on the morning of our departure, causing us to be deprived of a relaxing breakfast.
Booking this hotel is a gamble.
This hotel was amazing! We received an outstanding service from every staff member. The location of the hotel is right next to a bus stop and only 20 minutes walk from St. Marks Square.
We were very kindly upgraded to the presidential suite for free! That was just the icing on top of the stay. Thank you so much to all of the staff at the Palazzo Giovanelli!