Taking a backward shape of letter S, the Grand Canal is approximately 350 feet wide and two miles long. The banks of the Grand Canal are adorned with more than 170 buildings majority of them dating back to 13th century. It offers a spectacular view of these buildings and serves as a quicker access to shipping facilities for the merchants of Venice. Cultural traditions that date to centuries back are usually held along the canal every year. Many Venice hotels that play host to many guests make the experience more interesting.
Hotel Bel Sito & Berlino
The three-star hotel stands directly opposite the Santa Maria del Gigilo church and is only a few strolls away from Saint Mark’s Square, an epicenter of Venice’s rich history. It offers a spectacular view of both the Grand Canal and the church. A serene stay is guaranteed by rooms available in the inner courtyard. The hotel has a 25-room capacity, with a Single room going at a smart price E 65. A double room is charged between E 90 and E 95, all inclusive of a rich breakfast.
Hotel Lisbona
This is a three star hotel in Venice that stands at the heart of Venice, only 100 away from Piazza San Marco. The central location of the hotel makes it possible for guests to reach many tourist attractions and other historical and cultural landmarks of Venice. Though modest, the hotel is elegantly decorated with both furniture and fabrics, with almost every room overlooking the San Moise’s canal. The rate for a superior Double room with Canal is E 160, a bet that is hard to find close to the canal.
Hotel Saturnia & International
The three-star hotel has been professionally and deftly managed by the Sendrei family for more than a century and stands out as one of the oldest Venice Hotels. The hotel has an ideal location, only 600m form the Rialto Bridge 100 meters from La Fenice Theater. It offers a spectacular view of the Venetian rooftops as one drink a cocktail form the terrace. Traditional dishes are also served with rich ingredients. The hotel takes in 91 with a classic double room going for E 151, a classic double room E216 and a Superior double E, all inclusive of a buffet breakfast.
Hotel Dei Dragomanni
The excellent staff of this three-star hotel and a wonderful breakfast makes it maintain its elegance and good hospitality. It is situated in a serene residential area but St. Mark’s is only a few strolls away. Rooms have Satellite TV and Wi-Fi, with most of them having a balcony. Water taxis transport easier as they stop just nearby the hotel. The hotel has 22 rooms with a low priced deluxe double room charging E 165. A double room with Grand Canal view goes for E 240 while a Family room rating E 260.
Hotel ca Fortuny
Only a few strolls from Rialto Bridge, Ca’ Fortuny prides of excellent rooms and a savory breakfast that runs until 10.30 am as well as its closeness to St. Mark’s Square. The rooms have Satellite TV, large beds and tea and coffee makers. The room capacity is 21 with the rate for a superior double room at E 98 and a Suite with Terrace at E 145, a smart price in Venice Hotels.