HOTEL CANALETTO, Venice – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Canaletto Residence
Hotel Canaletto occupies the 18th-century residence of Venetian painter Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto. The property features 38 rooms with Venetian-style furnishings, marble or bamboo floors, and Murano glass chandeliers. Rooms include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, safe, and free Wi-Fi. Some offer views of Venetian canals or traditional campiello squares with historic wellheads.
Venetian Bacari Nearby
The immediate surroundings feature traditional Venetian bacari taverns serving local food and wine. The hotel serves a buffet breakfast in rooms decorated with stuccoes and frescoes using ancient lime-shaving techniques, featuring hand-painted reproductions of Canaletto's works.
Cultural Exploration Base
The hotel arranges excursions to lagoon islands and guided tours to Venice's major museums and palaces. The Castello district hosts the Venice Biennale and features exhibitions like Georg Baselitz's paintings at Gagosian and glass art shows in Murano. Bank of Italy collection works are exhibited along the Grand Canal.
Central Yet Quiet Location
Located in Castello's San Lio area, 5 minutes from Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square. The Rialto vaporetto stop provides water bus access to Santa Lucia train station, Piazzale Roma car terminal, and Tronchetto parking. From Marco Polo Airport: take Alilaguna Orange Line to Rialto (€15) or water taxi (€160 for 4 people).
Family-Run Hospitality Services
Services include 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, free city maps, and tourist information. The hotel offers honeymoon packages with Prosecco, champagne, flowers, and chocolates. Pets are welcome. Staff provides directions to local landmarks using specific Venetian terms like 'Salizzada San Lio' street and 'Ponte della Malvasia' bridge.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Baby pushchair
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor