Hotel al Sole

 An appealing and atmospheric mid-range option with a relaxing ambience that successfully maintains the historic atmosphere of the building.

The reasonably quiet location is something of a backwater, a little distant from the main tourist sights but close to some interesting sights of this quarter.

Situated only a short distance from many shops and restaurants and is also reasonably convenient for public transport connections.

Exterior

A distinguished 4-storey former convent built in the 15th century in typical Venetian style, with an exposed brick facade and ornately carved Moorish windows.

Property type: Hotel

Storeys: 4

Built Year: 1400s

Interior

The interior is strong in character and historic feel, with many exposed wooden beams and brick walls, mosaic and marble floors and ceilings of varying heights.

A light attractive entrance hall with a small reception area faces 2 small lounge areas, one beyond the other.

The cosy bar is dark but inviting and features a low-beamed ceiling and a central marble column. Adjacent to this is a rather cramped breakfast room with red and green striped walls.

Rooms: 51

Grounds

An inviting leafy paved courtyard with trailing plants over an ancient brick wall is bedecked with metal furniture and used for al fresco breakfasts in summer.

Location

Area Type: In a picturesque area of Santa Croce beside a bend in a narrow canal, adjacent to the Marcello bridge with a couple of bars and restaurants within 100 yds. A gondola station is just outside. Scuola Grande di San Rocco 300 yds, Frari church 400 yds, Piazzale Roma bus station 250 yds, vaporetto 300 yds, railway station 600 yds.

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