Luxury Holidays At The Gritti Palace

Having completed a meticulous and extensive restoration in 2013, The Gritti Palace’s doors are well and truly open once again. Drawing on this grand hotel’s centuries-old heritage - and preserving its exceptional art and elegance - The Gritti Palace has become an even more sophisticated version of its iconic self and has recently been the recipient of several prestigious travel awards. Each of the magnificent guest suites retains a reassuringly intimate and familiar feel, with features including rare fabrics, new and original chandeliers and glassware from Murano, as well as the latest in technology, including iPod docking stations. The stylish Bar Longhi and its Grand Canal Terrace continue to hold court as the social hub of the hotel during the summer months, while Club del Doge restaurant offers a formal fine dining experience, and the Gritti Epicurean School hosts a variety of interactive events and experiences. After a day spent discovering the many wonders of Venice, guests can now enjoy a relaxing treatment at the hotel's exclusive Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Spa.

Details:

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: A palatial hotel exuding historical Venetian opulence
Feature: Enjoy drinks at Bar Longhi, with a view of the Grand Canal
Rooms: 82 rooms & suites
Nearest airport: Venice Airport

Amenities

Cookery Classes

Fitness Centre

iPod dock

LED Television

Spa

Location and transfer

45 minutes from Venice Airport by private car and water taxi.

Accommodation:

All rooms and suites feature air-conditioning, a mini-bar, bathrobes, slippers and bathroom amenities, a hairdryer, safe, flat-screen television, telephone, wi-fi internet access and maid service. Suites also come with a CD/DVD player. The hotel also offers a 24-hour concierge service.

Venetian Room :

Rooms: 18
Size: 26-40m²
Room View: Inner Courtyard views
Facilities: Venetian Rooms exude an historic richness and sense of romance, decorated with hand-painted ceilings, wooden wall boiserie, furniture featuring hand-painted floral motifs, restored glass mirrors, rich fabrics, oil portraits and a heritage headboard. There is a marble bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower, plus large windows. Rooms sleep up to two guests and are no smoking.

Giglio Prestige Room:

Rooms: 20
Size: 25-57m²
Room View: Santa Maria del Giglio Square and its neo-classical church
Facilities: Giglio Prestige Rooms are spacious and feature large windows allowing in plenty of light. They are decorated with stuccos and Murano glass chandeliers, silk and velvet drapes, wall fabrics, antiques, oil paintings and Venetian mirrors. Each guest room has a large en suite marble bathroom with dual vanities, a bath and separate walk-in shower. These guest rooms sleep up to two guests, though a cot or rollaway bed is available for a child. These rooms can be interconnecting, if additional space is required.

Landmark Grand Canal Room:

Rooms: 9
Size: 29-41m²
Room View: Venice’s Grand Canal and the city
Facilities: Landmark Grand Canal Rooms are luxurious, with Venetian stucco or custom-designed silk damask walls, oak parquet and heritage terrazzo floors, oil paintings, antique Venetian mirrors and furniture, as well as locally made Murano glass chandeliers. In addition, there is a marble en suite bathroom with luxurious amenities. These guest rooms sleep up to two guests, but can be interconnected with a suite, if additional space is required.

Sestriere Suite:

Rooms: 6
Size: 38-59m²
Room View: Canal or city view
Facilities: Taking their name from the six Sestrieri (areas) that comprise the historic centre of Venice - San Marco, Santa Croce, San Polo, Dorsoduro, Castello and Cannaregio - the Sestriere Suites feature a spacious bedroom, a living area and marble bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower. Decor includes Venetian stucco, oil paintings, antique Venetian mirrors, Murano glass chandeliers and rich fabrics. These suites sleep up to two guests.

Dining:

Dining is a grand affair at The Gritti Palace, with formal fine dining available at the splendid Club del Doge's restaurant and lighter fare available at Bar Longhi, where you can also enjoy the finest oysters and Champagne.

Club del Doge :

Cuisine: Venetian dishes
Setting: Lunches and dinners are a formal affair at this splendidly ornate restaurant, with menus showcasing the finest Venetian cuisine, including one of the best risottos in Venice. From May to October, the terrace is open for alfresco dining.
Dress Code: Formal
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: Yes
Reservation Required: No

Bar Longhi :

Cuisine: Light fare
Setting: The social hub of the hotel, Bar Longhi's terrace directly overlooks the Grand Canal and is the ideal place to enjoy cocktails, from May to October.
Dress Code: Smart/casual
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: Yes
Reservation Required: No

The Gritti Epicurean School:

Cuisine: Hearty Italian home cooking
Setting: This informal Venetian kitchen hosts a variety of interactive events and experiences, including wine-tastings, market visits and cookery workshops. Guests of The Gritti Epicurean School dine together in the stylish, yet rustic kitchen/diner.
Dress Code: Smart/casual
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: Yes
Reservation Required: No

Property Highlights:

City Highlights

Venice, come rain or shine, is sure to impress even the most reluctant romantics, mesmerised by marvellous watery vistas, winding alleyways, elegant townhouses, bijou shops, marble churches and grand palaces. Allow yourself to be serenaded by a singing gondolier as you traverse the network of canals or hop on a vaporetto (water taxi) at dusk to watch the sun set over the city's incredible architecture. A short boat ride from St Mark's Square is Venice Lido, a relaxing seaside resort fringed by a long sandy beach that has long been a haven for aristocracy, poets and writers. Today, the lido boasts one of Europe's most exclusive beaches.

Culture & History

Venice is a city steeped in rich history and culture. From the 9th to the 12th century - when it developed into a city state - to now, this magnificent icon has stood the test of time. The Gritti Palace is an historic place of interest, dating back to 1475 when Andrea Gritti, the Doge of Venice, commissioned it to be his family's official residence. Stay here to experience the incredible architecture and refined interiors. While in the city, wander through the preserved Venetian streets and stroll to the awe-inspiring St Mark's Square and its gothic centrepiece, Palazzo Ducale. Then, hop on a nearby boat to venture to Murano Island, famed for its flamboyant and colourful Murano glassware. The glass-blowers of Venice were sent to the island centuries ago to work, as the method of glass production was deemed a fire hazard to the city.

Hotel Experiences

Learn how to create gastronomic Venetian dishes from the exceptional seasonal products found in Venice's lagoon, before tasting the exquisite creations of Executive Chef, Daniele Turco at The Gritti Palace Epicurean School. Discover the region's produce and enjoy demonstration classes and visits to the local markets, before creating themed courses, using amazing ingredients, complemented by a unique ambience for a memorable experience. Join Head Sommelier, Flaviano, who will take you through the different wine regions, tasting some of Italy's finest wines on an exclusive wine-tasting experience.

Spa Breaks

The Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Spa is a fabulous place in which to relax following a day of exploring the sights of Venice. Exclusively for hotel guests, the spa offers a range of treatments that promise to be therapeutic and restorative. Choose from facials, exhilarating body treatments, signature therapies, massages, manicures, pedicures and grooming services.