Hotel Principe

 A spacious, well-presented and, by Venetian standards, quite sizeable choice with a classy, distinguished atmosphere.

It blends modern comforts with a traditional-style decor and makes full use of its setting with a restaurant terrace overlooking the Grand Canal.

The bustling location is very convenient for the railway station, but is some distance from the main attractions and may be a bit too commercial for some.

Exterior

Five adjoining 4- to 6-storey buildings in a mix of styles and ages, with terracotta and yellow facades overlooking the Grand Canal. 32 rooms have a balcony and a few top-floor rooms have terraces.

Property type: Hotel

Balcony/Terrace: Some rooms

Storeys: 4-6

Built Year: 1400s

Interior

The long, marble-floored lobby that runs through from the street entrance to the canal, is warmly lit by Murano glass wall sconces and has a spacious lounge area by reception, furnished with plump red and gold sofas.

The comfortable cream and gold lounge bar is enlivened by a bright red chairs, opens to a canal-side terrace and has a relaxing pastel-shaded lounge beyond with intricate mirrors.

The large bright restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the canal, an ornate moulded ceiling and cream and gold furnishings, again opening onto the terrace.

Rooms: 138

Grounds

A narrow private paved terrace beside the Grand Canal with tables and chairs is shared by the bar and restaurant and has a private landing stage.

Location

Area Type: Overlooking the Grand Canal on a very busy tourist street in Cannaregio, surrounded by shops, bars, restaurants and other hotels, 300 yds east of the railway station; Ferrovia vaporetto 250 yds.

Facilities