The Venice Venice Hotel
More photosThe Venice Venice Hotel is a remarkable project that breathes new life into the historic Palazzo Ca’ da Mosto, the oldest stone building on the Grand Canal. Once abandoned for decades, the 13th-century palace has been masterfully transformed by Alessandro and Francesca Gallo, founders of the fashion brand Golden Goose. They have pioneered a “Postvenetian” design philosophy, blending the building’s Byzantine-Gothic heritage with radical, contemporary art and experimental aesthetics.
Inside, the hotel feels less like a traditional property and more like an immersive gallery. Every room is unique, curated with specific themes—from Arte Povera to Fluxus—featuring an impressive collection of site-specific art and custom furnishings from the hotel’s in-house brand, The Erose. You might find yourself sleeping beneath centuries-old wooden beams while surrounded by avant-garde works from legendary artists.
A standout feature is the ground-floor “Venice M’Art,” a multifunctional space that serves as a café, restaurant, concept store, and exhibition hub. It acts as a bridge between the hotel and the local community, keeping the palace at the heart of city life. The hotel also boasts exclusive spaces like the Venice Bitters Club and an altana roof terrace that offers one of the most iconic, sweeping views of the Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal.
Located in the Cannaregio district, the hotel is perfectly positioned for those wanting to explore the real Venice. It is just a short walk from the bustling Rialto Market and within easy reach of world-class museums like the Pinault Collection’s Palazzo Grassi and Punta della Dogana.
Expert reviews
“Venice Venice, an upmarket design hotel opened in 2022 in a 13th-century palazzo, offers views of the Grand Canal from many of its 43 rooms. The hotel also has an indoor-outdoor restaurant, a lifestyle boutique, and a private bar-club for guests and members.”
“Venice Venice is along the Grand Canal—just as it curves to reveal the Rialto Bridge. Step inside, and the picture shifts. The original architecture of the interior has been retained, but is also now a canvas for an integral modern art collection.”
“Something totally new for the city – art-filled and artful, with a bracingly contemporary style that sits surprisingly well amid the old-school splendour of its Grand Canal setting. Find an unexpectedly avant garde spa, atmospheric bedrooms and charming terrace breakfasts.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Delicious breakfast
Location
Recent guest reviews
23 June 2025
Very good place to stay few nights in Venice
Great room , very comfortable , beautiful smell in hotel , mini bar include in price - great idea , localisation in wiev on Ponte Rialto - amazing , delicious breakfast
Too less italian pasta - menu in lunch/diner restaurant
10 June 2025
Perfect Venetian stay
Perfect location, perfect terrace by the canal, very tasteful. Amazing breakfast. We enjoyed it very much
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31 May 2025
Above and Beyond, a fine new secret location in Venice
Rambling historic palazzo, beautiful renovation, ingenious design elements, thoughtful, kind and attentive staff, lovely welcome, the water-side canal terrace, courtyard, bathroom products (especially little cans of shower gel)
Wayfinding within the hotel
6 May 2025
a one of a kind vacation we will never forget
wanderful hotel very romantic the palace is so beautiful you dont want to leave it.
the food is fresh and tasty . a very nice atmosphere siting on the grand cannal for a breakfast and waching the gondolas sailing in front of you its amazing !
5 May 2025
Great design and perfect location, basic rooms have no view
Great design
No views
23 April 2025
Venice Venice is special
Claudia was really nice and easy to deal with.
I also enjoyed our breakfast experience.
I would have enjoyed a room with a view
1 April 2025
A wonderful long weekend, made magical by this stunning hotel, location and staff. All combine to create a very special
Amazing building, wonderful location for both walking and river taxis.
Nothing, a building of this age will always have some challenges but it’s beautifully restored and maintained.
1 April 2025
I would love to come back again. It was just perfect.
The location was perfect. breakfast served on the banks of the canal and the views were just amazing. The food served was excellent with good options
Nothing. Everything was perfect
2 March 2025
The Venice Venice is HEAVEN HEAVEN
The hotel is utterly breathtaking. Brilliantly combines old with new. Arriving by water taxi its clear youve arrived at the only place to stay in Venice. The staff is OUTSTANDING. Ask them for recommendations!! They will send you to local favorites & hidden gems. They are remarkable. Don't leave without having their spritz. The lemon foam? Perfection.
That I had to leave.
2 March 2025
Unforgettable trip can’t wait to return 🌹
The staff are amazing, the decor is stunning and location is fabulous. Drinks on the terrace on the Grand Canal is a wonderful experience. Breakfast is delicious can’t praise the whole experience enough, fabulous!
Could do with some more lager options if you don’t like the blonde beer.
24 February 2025
We were well looked after, the staff were amazing. The hotel is beautiful
It’s a beautiful property restored to the finest detail and adorned with the most stunning art.
22 February 2025
Excellent service, great location. Beautiful hotel. Had an incredible time.
Excellent service, great location. Beautiful hotel. Had an incredible time.
2 February 2025
We had the most incredible stay. The staff made us feel so welcome and were so attentive and willing to help us navigate
Everything about the hotel was perfect - food, staff, location, style EVERYTHING! Cannot wait to re book and stay again.
There is nothing to not like about this hotel - it is perfect!
20 January 2025
Loved every second
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The hotel was very cool it feels like New York in Venice and the room was great. Some of the things are too cool it’s tricky to make work - switches / taps but you get to grips by the end!
20 January 2025
One of the best
The location, service, food, room, everything was great
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9 January 2025
Beautiful property that embraced it’s location!
The property was beautiful. So very unique! Food and patio space were wonderful! The location was fabulous.
Not enough storage space for clothes. Access to outlets near bed are needed. The light panels posed a significant challenge.
9 December 2024
Great User Experience. Great Staff !
Great User Experience. Great Staff !
Nothing.
31 October 2024
super cool hotel with great staff & lovely terrace on grand canal.
It's a very cool hotel. 2nd stay. Lovely terrace for breakfast & garden courtyard for evening drinks filled with atmosphere. Rooms are a very good size for venice. Good location.
Small things - both times thoughts of form over function. metal frame on floor around bed is a real hazard - especially at night. last time it was me who hit toe & this time my other half - badly bruised. Not sensible to have sharp metal edges on floor & a real hazard at night. Shampoos & conditioners in metal ring pull cans - cute but really hard to open.
29 October 2024
Hospitality and design Concept
Architeture and interior design
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22 October 2024
Magical, a very generous upgrade to the most amazing room!
The design, the location, perfect
With over 40 rooms you'd expect the bar to be open daily - on rainy days when people can't sit on the terrace especially. Dissapointing it wasn't in use.
17 October 2024
A real treat
It was beautifully done and the location was fantastic
15 October 2024
Idéal escapade in Venezia
Wonderful building and design, tucked away in a quiet area located by the Rialto Bridge. Very fresh and tasty food. Friendly and welcoming staff! Perfect stay!
13 October 2024
Absolutely amazing stay in a stunning palace in the best location in Venice. A weekend you can only dream about!
Amazing location in one of the oldest palace’s right in the grand canal. They did an absolutely stunning renovation of the building and have spent so much time and effort styling the rooms to perfection! The staff went out of their way to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The restaurant on the water is such a delight!
Nothing!
10 October 2024
The hotel staff was amazing and the property was stunning
Everything
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8 October 2024
The best hotel I’ve stayed in.
Everything.
Nothing.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
Services
- - Room service
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Beauty services
- - Facial treatments
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Steam room
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Reception services
- - Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
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