HOTEL AL GRASPO DE UA, Venice

The hotel is on a quiet side street just off the Grand Canal, yet the Rialto Bridge and ferry stop are 20 metres away. The Rialto C vaporetto water bus stop is 100 metres from the hotel, providing direct connections to Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station (10 minutes) and the airport via Alilaguna orange line. St Mark's Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Doge's Palace are all within a 5-10 minute walk. The surrounding area is filled with restaurants, shops, and historic landmarks, making it easy to explore Venice on foot. For those arriving by car, parking is available at Piazzale Roma (15 minutes on foot) or Tronchetto (connected by public boat service).

The hotel offers a variety of room types: Economy (single or couple), Classic (double), Superior (up to four people), Superior with Terrace (with views of the rooftops and St Mark's Basilica), and Junior Suite (up to four, with a large internal terrace and Venetian red decor). All rooms feature Venetian-style furnishings, satellite TV, fridge, and free Wi-Fi. Kettles and irons are available on request. Some rooms are renovated and soundproofed, while others are more basic. The apartments adjacent to the hotel offer fully equipped kitchens and are ideal for families or longer stays. Note that there is no lift; rooms are accessed via stairs from the first to fifth floor. Staff can assist with luggage. Rooms on lower floors are quieter and easier to access.

Breakfast includes bread, pastries, ham, cheese, boiled eggs, and hot drinks, with options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets on request. The restaurant also offers a special diet menu, kids' meals, and wine/champagne for an additional charge. Room service is available, and the coffee shop on site provides quick bites. The bar serves drinks and hosts happy hour and live sport events. Guests can also enjoy breakfast in the room at an extra cost. The hotel can arrange food and wine tours to local bacari and boat trips to Murano, Burano, and Torcello.

Activities include walking tours, themed dinner nights, classes about local culture, and eco-friendly tours by boat or bike in the Venetian Lagoon. Live music performances and sports events are available off-site for an additional charge. The hotel does not have a swimming pool, spa, or fitness centre, but the central location provides easy access to all of Venice's attractions and leisure options.

Services include a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, locker room, and luggage storage (free before check-in and after check-out). Daily housekeeping is provided, and safety deposit boxes are available at no extra charge. The hotel is non-smoking throughout, with a designated smoking area. Family rooms are available. Pets are allowed on request with a 50 EUR surcharge for disinfection. Accepted payment methods: American Express, Visa, Maestro, CartaSi, MasterCard. City tax is payable in cash. Airport transfer can be arranged for outbound travel via water taxi (additional charge). The hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.