Exquisite Venetian-style accents in these 17th-century digs ups the elegance ante.

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.

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

Nestled on the hills just outside the city and only a 10-min drive from the centre.

A 10-minute bus or shuttle ride to the historic centre. Your gondolier will take it from there.

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

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

History happened here: the hotel is set in a completely renovated 17th century palace.

Take five in the property's garden space when you need some air.

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

Exquisite Venetian-style accents in these 17th-century digs ups the elegance ante.

Steps from Rialto Bridge.

Location, location, location — you can’t beat being sandwiched between Piazza San Marco and Rialto.

No need to even cross water to get to the historic Rialto Bridge, and just a quick single canal-hop to St. Mark's.

This former monastery expertly combines old-school appeal (like wood-beam ceilings) with modern amenities.

Canal views and a brag-worthy address steps from St. Mark’s Square? Yes, please.