This historic palazzo on the Grand Canal dates from the 15th Century. It opened in 2007 after a painstaking restoration that uncovered an extraordinary collection of architectural features. These, together with some magnificent works from important artists give guests a fascinating glimpse of five centuries of Venetian history.

With only 42 bedrooms, a large proportion of the hotel is made up of wonderful public spaces including grand marble staircases and beautiful frescoed halls. The rooms combine traditional Venetian decoration with some contemporary touches and overlook the Grand Canal, the rooftops or the small ‘campi’. There is an excellent restaurant, ‘L’Alcova’, with a panoramic terrace on the canal and an atmospheric bar. The location is good – opposite the famous Rialto Market and the service is excellent.