4-star boutique design hotel in the Castello district of Venice, featuring elegant suites, a lounge with canal views, and immediate proximity to St. Mark's Square.
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Aqua Palace is a 4-star design hotel located in the Castello district of Venice, just 250 metres from St. Mark’s Square. Set in a prestigious historic building along Calle Della Malvasia, this elegant property combines classic Venetian architecture with contemporary finishes, offering refined spaces and an intimate atmosphere.
Accommodations range from double rooms to spacious suites, all equipped with air conditioning, soundproofing, a minibar, and a flat-screen satellite TV. Select units offer characteristic views of the Rio della Guerra, allowing guests to experience the canal atmosphere directly from their room. A rich breakfast featuring continental and American buffet options is served every morning, also available via room service.
The property features a 24-hour front desk, a panoramic lounge overlooking the water, and a refined bar to relax in. The location allows guests to easily reach the Rialto Bridge and the lagoon city’s main landmarks on foot.
The accommodations at Aqua Palace are designed to offer an impeccable rest in carefully detailed spaces where traditional elements meet contemporary furnishings. The range of options varies from cozy double rooms to spacious Junior Suites and Master Suites, designed to accommodate couples on a romantic getaway as well as families or small groups.
All units feature independent climate control, advanced soundproofing, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, and free WiFi access. The private bathrooms, finished with quality materials, include a bathtub or shower, soft bathrobes, slippers, and free toiletries. Higher-category accommodations offer comfortable separate living areas, sofa beds, and direct views of the Rio della Guerra.
Cozy 15 sqm room designed for two guests, featuring independent climate control, flat-screen satellite TV, and a minibar. The private bathroom includes soft bathrobes, slippers, a hairdryer, and free toiletries.
Spacious 25 sqm room featuring a comfortable seating area. It can accommodate up to three guests thanks to a double bed and a sofa bed, with select rooms offering a relaxing view of the Rio della Guerra.
The hotel’s largest accommodation covers 45 sqm and offers a living area separate from the bedroom. Ideal for hosting four guests, it ensures maximum privacy and refined comfort with fully equipped bathrooms and canal views.
Aqua Palace offers its guests a range of services designed to ensure a comfortable and worry-free stay in the heart of Venice. The reception is open 24 hours a day with multilingual staff ready to assist guests with booking guided tours, tickets, and excursions, while also offering efficient luggage storage and currency exchange services.
Among the common areas, the elegant bar and the lounge overlooking the canal stand out as ideal spots for relaxation. The property provides high-speed WiFi connection in all areas, an elevator for floor access, entirely non-smoking spaces, and hypoallergenic rooms. Room service, laundry and ironing options, and a dedicated airport shuttle are available upon request.
Aqua Palace is located in the lively and characteristic Castello district, one of the most charming historic areas of the island of Venice. The property is situated precisely at Calle Della Malvasia 5492, along the banks of the Rio della Guerra, a location that combines the charm of minor canals with immediate access to the city’s most popular walking routes. This district embodies the soul of the lagoon, characterized by picturesque views, artisan shops, and quiet squares overlooking the water.
Staying at the property allows guests to reach the iconic monuments of the Serenissima on foot in just a few minutes. St. Mark’s Square, with its grand Basilica and Campanile, is only 250 metres away, as is the famous Rialto Bridge crossing the Grand Canal at approximately 250 metres. A short 300-metre walk leads to the Doge’s Palace and the picturesque Bridge of Sighs, while the panoramic terrace of T Fondaco dei Tedeschi is just 200 metres away. For connections to the mainland and Marco Polo Airport (located 5.7 km away), Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station is about 1.4 km away and is served by public water buses.
The surrounding area offers a complete culinary and cultural experience: from traditional osterias and typical Venetian bacari to the historic cafes of St. Mark’s Square. Art enthusiasts can explore the Ca’ d’Oro Gallery 550 metres away, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection 850 metres away, and Palazzo Grassi 890 metres away, or head toward the Biennale Gardens located 1.7 km away. During the warmer season, the Lido of Venice and its beaches are less than 4 km away, providing an appealing alternative for a day by the sea.
Guests particularly praise the central location in the Castello district and the helpfulness of the staff. The comfort of the beds, the thorough cleanliness of the rooms, and the charm of the typical Venetian canal views are frequently highlighted.
At Aqua Palace, check-in is available from 14:00 to 00:00, and check-out must be completed by 12:00.
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No, pets are not allowed inside the Aqua Palace property.
No, Aqua Palace is located in the pedestrian historic centre of Venice and does not have on-site parking.
Aqua Palace offers a breakfast featuring continental, American, and buffet options served in the designated breakfast room.
Yes, Aqua Palace offers free Wi-Fi connection throughout the entire building for all guests.
Yes, Aqua Palace features spacious Junior Suites and Suites up to 45 sqm capable of accommodating up to 4 guests.
