Home PageDirectly overlooking the Gran Canal, with an incomparable view over the water, the Palazzo was built in 1525 as the residence of the Doge of Venice, Andrea Gritti. The ideally situated hotel continues to attract elite guests, with its luxuriously appointed rooms, attentive service, and the savory cuisine of the Restaurant Club del Doge. Ernest Hemingway appreciated the hotel "as the best hotel in a city of great hotels". Situated on the Gran Canal, The Gritti is a splendid little Palazzo that preserves within its walls stories of illustrious visitors such as the British Royal family, including the Duke of Windsor, Princes of Monaco and Hollywood stars. Guest are treated like kings in the luxurious Louis XV decorated furnishings and enjoy haute cuisine delicacies inspired by previous chefs who studied under the renowned Escoffier. Nominated on Condé Nast Traveler's 2002 Gold List and the 2001 Readers' Choice Awards List, the Hotel Gritti has been for generations the luxury hotel preferred by discerning visitors to Venice. Hotel ServicesPrivate round-trip boat service is available to Venice Lido, where our sister hotels - The Westin Excelsior and The Hotel Des Bains - await. Discover and enjoy private beach facilities, swimming pools, tennis, and golf. 24-Hour Front Desk Room Service Golf Course at the Lido 24-Hour Concierge Service Air-Conditioned Facilities Babysitting Service Tennis at the Lido (Outdoor and Indoor) Restaurant Bar Beach at the Lido Wake-up Service Available Barber/Beauty Salon Safe Deposit Boxes Luggage Storage Laundry Service/Valet Service Hairdresser Airport Transportation (on request) Pets Allowed (Restrictions May Apply) Some of the services and facilities above may not be available on a 24-hour basis or without advance request. Guestrooms & AmenitiesWith a stylish décor and comfortable furnishings, each guest room gracefully reflects the warmth and rich cultural heritage of Venice. Accommodations include 91 luxurious rooms and richly appointed suites. All offer air conditioning, cable television and pay TV, direct-dial telephones and self-service mini-bars. Gran Canal View Rooms Available In-Room Electronic Safe Suites Available Writing Desk Non-Smoking Rooms Available Antique furnishings Bathrobes and Slippers Alarm Clock Connecting Rooms Available Telephone Rollaway Beds Available Mini Bar Cribs Available International Direct Dialing Air-Conditioned Rooms Rooms with balcony on the Gran Canal Luxury marble bathroom Telephone in bathrooms Cable and Satellite TV with Pay-Per-View Movies Turndown service Spacious Private Terrace overlooking the lagoon Ceiling with precious Frescos Some of the services and facilities above may not be available on a 24-hour basis or without advance request. Restaurants & LoungesVenice is famous not only for its fine art, scenic vistas, and charming way of life, but also for its cuisine. The Club del Doge restaurant and Bar Longhi offer culinary delights and enchanting views of the canal and city. Local and fresh ingredients and Venetian tradition are elaborated upon in the executive chef's famous recipes. Bar Longhi Cuisine: Snacks Atmosphere: Elegant Club Del Doge Cuisine: Mediterranean Atmosphere: Fine Dining