The Gritti Palace has an amazing history that dates back to 1525 when it was used for the residential purposes (the Vatican ambassadors used to stay here). In the early start of the 19th century, the hotel earned the position of a grand hotel and now it serves as one of the most notable and attractive landmark of Italy that draws the attention of all those people who grab tickets to Venice. It became the part of The Luxury Collection in 1994 and now it appeals to multitudes of locals as well as the foreigners who are highly inspired by the precious architectural features, 18th century wall lamps, dressing-table mirrors, the original entrance flooring, the original wooden and the handmade work in Murano.
The decorators and artisans have worked very hard to restore the original style and the architecture of the building. Sightseeing in Venice is just amazing and there is a lot to explore and enjoy- the worth-visiting and adorable destinations are Ca Rezzonico Venetian 18th Century Museum , Doges Palace, Saint Mark’s Basilica and Saint Mark’s Bell Tower, Santa Maria della Salute Basilica , Fortuny Museum , Museum of the Jewish Community , Burano Island , Glass Museum and Murano Island, Torcello Island , Venice Golf Club “Gli Alberoni”, Casino of Venice, International Film Festival , Dolomiti (Alps Range) , Vicenza, Asolo, Treviso and plenty of others.
The accommodations are plush and attract many beloved guests. There are many accommodation categories and you can choose the best one that meets your requirements and needs- the hotel houses Non Smoking Venetian Room, Giglio Prestige Room, Landmark Grand Canal Room, Sestriere Suites, Serenissima Suites, Heritage Suites, Patron Grand Canal Suites, Pisani Suite, Redentore Terrazza Suite, Somerset Maugham Royal Suite and Hemingway Presidential Suite. Each of these rooms is well equipped with luxurious polished marble bathroom, spacious living room , precious antiques from different periods and you would definitely enjoy the magical home like feeling that is soothing as well as tranquil.
Due to the extra ordinary services and contemporary facilities that hotel has also received many awards with the passage of time such as the Travel + Leisure’s 2012 T+L 500 list of World’s Best Hotels, Top Employer Italy 2012, World’s Best Awards, the Top 10 Small City Hotels in Europe, Readers Choice Awards and the Condé Nast Traveler 2008 Readers Choice Awards.
Some amazing and must-see restaurants and eateries near the hotel are Oliva Nera, The New & Improved Caffe Quadri, Do Forni, Avogaria resturant in Dorsoduro, Ai Tre Spiedi, Al Covo, Al Portego, Cantina do Mori, Cantinone Già Schiavi, Cantinone Già Schiavi, Da Fiore, Fiaschetteria Toscana, Le Bistrot de Venise, Fiaschetteria Toscana and many others. Besides, there is a lot more to cherish and enjoy at the site so just make up a plan and get ready for heading towards Italy so that you can have the most memorable time of your life.
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