This five star majestic and historical hotel is located in the heart of Venice set directly on the Grand Canal. It offers elegant rooms, first class service and a great restaurant with stunning views of the Church of Santa Maria della Salute. LOCATION: The hotel boasts an excellent central location in the wonderful and romantic city of Venice. It is ideally placed only five minute walk from the famous St Mark's Square and designer boutiques and within easy walking distance from the Guggenheim Museum and Rialto Bridge. It is a perfect location for exploring the city. It takes less then 15 minutes to reach the hotel from the central train station by water taxis. EXTERIOR: The property is a historical Venetian palace with a beautiful Gothic facade. LEISURE AMENITIES: The health spa includes a gym, sauna, steam, massages and treatments. It has an outdoor Jacuzzi on the roof top terrace of the 8th floor with breathtaking views over Venice and the Lagoon. The hotel offers one hour exclusive use with Prosecco and fresh fruits upon reservation. ROOMS: Executive suites are large in size. They are in European classic style and are located on the high floors featuring breathtaking views over Venice or the lagoon. Italian marble bathroom have bathtubs; some rooms are with separate shower and/or Jacuzzi bathtub. RESTAURANTS & BARS: The "De Pisis" restaurant offers intimate dining, either indoors or on the terrace overlooking the Grand Canal. It is a very elegant and fine restaurant offering local as well as international cuisine. The Bar Gran Canal serves original cocktails and drinks accompanied by a buffet and snacks. It is the perfect setting for a relaxed moment throughout the summer months. An American buffet breakfast is served everyday in the hotel restaurant between 7.00 until 10.30 am.