Generous size and modern furnishings so rooms live like home, only with housekeeping.

Lobby is airy and open, with all-white seating and palmy plants. Crisp rooms (also done up in whites), rock wood floors and free WiFi.

Elegant 18th-century style abounds – all heavy drapes and velvety pillows and fancy mirrors.

Fab location on the south side of the Grand Canal, directly across from Santa Lucia station.

Period furnishings bring out the building's elegant rococo style.

Mere minutes from the train station and steps from the bus stop, which makes coming and going a breeze.

Four Comfort beds are as comfortable as advertised.

An updated spin on ornate classic Venetian – even the breakfast room is fancy.

Tucked away in the Dorsoduro district – the ‘real’ Venice, full of shops, restos and artisan boutiques – plus the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

Sophisticated hotel ideally situated steps from the railway station, getting you to the ancient city within minutes.

Convenient spot just a few minutes from the historic heart and 10-min drive to the Vicentina Trade Fair area.

Antique furniture, glass-blown chandeliers and original mosaics inside this 15th-century former home of an art collector are stunning.