If there is one thing that Italy is known for, it is the old Roman Catholic cathedrals, chapels and convents. In Venice in particular, The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark or simply St Mark’s Basilica stands out. Its architectural design is typical Byzantine and has a lot of history to it from being the chapel of ancient rulers of Venice to becoming the city’s cathedral where the patriarch and archbishop of the Archdiocese of Venice are based. Around it are numerous hotels.
Casa Nicolo Priuli
This is a hotel that offers fantastic views of the canal in a quiet and unassuming way and is only 5 minutes away fro m St Marks Square. This historical building has a welcoming atmosphere with antique furniture and Murano glass all over the place for added flair. The rooms are just as exquisite and thy have both Satellite TV’s and Wi-Fi for the patrons to indulge in during their stay. For those that like to unwind with a glass of their favorite drink there are mini bars in the rooms some of which have an excellent view of the canal. The rooms available in the hotel range from the Love classic Double Room to the Junior Canal view suite. Check in and check out times is listed from between 2pm and 12 noon respectively. The best thing about this hotel is theta Venice can be explored on foot from here though the water buses and taxis are an option as well.
Hotel Ca’ Alvise
It is located in the Venice historical district near La Fenice Opera house and St Marks Square. The amenities available in the hotel include air conditioned public areas and a smoke free environment. There is also wireless internet and a bell hop or porter for the benefit of the clients. The rooms have mini bars, CD players, in room safes and cribs. As such it is able to cater to a larger clientele and the helicopter and airplane sight seeing options are an added incentive. Check in is from 2pm while check out is up to 11am.
Hotel Bella Venezia
This is a four star 16th century palace that was recently renovated and upgraded. The decor is not only stylish but heavily influenced by the Venetian neighborhoods that around. It is a four star hotel that is located between the St Marks Basilica and Rialto Bridge. There is a private dock for the hotel patrons to use though the public water buses are within range. The breakfast served here is American though there is the option of brunch.
Hotel Ca’ Dei Conti
To begin with the decor is the classic 18th century Venetian that is an attraction on its own. The rooms contain a bathroom phone, climate control and a bidet as well as an in room safe and mini bar. For all the items that may need to be cooled there is a refrigerator for the client to use for the duration of their stay and the pay movies are only an added incentive.
The rooms range from singles to doubles and the check in and check out times are 2pm and noon respectively. Extra towels and beddings, cribs and wake up calls are added advantages to stating in the hotel as are the cable or satellite T.V channels.
Complementary breakfast is readily available as are complementary news papers in the lobby. There is the option of currency exchange for all that need it as well as a concierge and assisted tour options. Translation services, baby sitting and or child care are the icing on the cake for all those considering a stay at this hotel.