3-star hotel facing Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice, housed in a former convent just a few metres from St. Mark's Square and the Bridge of Sighs.
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Hotel Paganelli is a historic 3-star hotel overlooking the picturesque Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice’s Castello district, just 150 metres from the Bridge of Sighs. Housed in a restored former convent, the hotel welcomes guests in refined spaces that combine Venetian tradition with modern touches and Art Deco details in the nearby annexe.
The property offers accommodation spread between the main building and an annexe located just 25 metres away, providing options suitable for couples and small groups. Among the shared spaces are an elegant lobby, an internal bar and a characteristic roof terrace (altana) on the top floor with panoramic views over St. Mark’s Basin. The buffet breakfast is served every morning at the adjacent partner restaurant.
The lagoon-front location and immediate proximity to water bus stops allow easy access to the main attractions of the historic centre and the lagoon islands. The staff is available to assist guests with recommendations on cultural itineraries, excursions and traditional restaurants.
Accommodation at Hotel Paganelli is distributed between the main building and an annexe located 25 metres away, offering rooms furnished in a classic Venetian style or with elegant Art Deco finishes. The range of rooms varies from cosy standard and superior double rooms to spacious options in the Charming line and family rooms, with sizes ranging between 12 and 28 square metres.
All rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower or bathtub, hairdryer, bidet and free toiletries, along with amenities such as seasonal air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe and an electric kettle. The Deluxe category and Charming line rooms offer enchanting views of St. Mark’s Lagoon or Riva degli Schiavoni.
Located in the annexe 25 metres from the main building, this Art Deco-style room faces the street and offers a compact, functional space for guests looking for a base in the heart of the city.
Overlooking a quiet side street, this superior room is equipped with an electric kettle, satellite TV and a safe, ensuring a comfortable and private stay.
Spacious and bright, this room type stands out for its panoramic view of St. Mark’s Bay, ideal for admiring the lagoon waters directly from the room’s window.
Characterised by a classic Venetian style, this room overlooks the hotel’s inner courtyard and can accommodate up to three guests thanks to a double bed and a sofa bed.
Designed for families traveling together, this 19 m² room overlooks the inner courtyard and offers well-organised spaces with a double bed and additional sofa beds.
Located on the ground floor with access from the inner courtyard, the room ensures step-free convenience and is positioned near the property’s bar area.
Belonging to the Charming line, this air-conditioned room combines carefully chosen furnishings with a view over a typical Venetian street, and comes with a kettle for preparing hot drinks.
An accommodation of great charm with panoramic views over St. Mark’s Basin, ideal for a romantic stay accompanied by one of the world’s most famous panoramas.
Hotel Paganelli welcomes guests with a range of services designed to ensure a pleasant stay in Venice. The reception caters to guests’ needs 24 hours a day, offering concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information assistance. Inside, there is a refined bar for relaxing moments and a panoramic roof terrace (altana) located on the third floor of the building.
The buffet breakfast includes continental, traditional Italian and vegetarian options, served at a nearby partner restaurant just 25 metres away. The property provides free WiFi throughout, daily housekeeping, and laundry and ironing services upon request.
Hotel Paganelli enjoys an extraordinary location along Riva degli Schiavoni, in Venice’s famous Castello district, right in front of St. Mark’s Basin. This pedestrian promenade facing the lagoon is one of the city’s iconic spots, offering an authentic experience amidst historic palaces, passing boats and evocative views at all hours of the day.
The property is located just 150 metres from the Bridge of Sighs and about 250 metres from the Doge’s Palace, making it possible to reach St. Mark’s Square on foot in less than five minutes. The proximity to the San Zaccaria water bus stops ensures easy connections to Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station (1.9 km away) and Marco Polo Airport, accessible by water 6 km away.
A short distance from the hotel are attractions of great historical value, such as the Naval History Museum (550 metres away) and the Biennale Gardens (1.2 km away). Walking north leads to the Rialto Bridge (700 metres away), while crossing the Grand Canal allows guests to visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Accademia Gallery.
Guests highly praise Hotel Paganelli’s central lagoon-front location and the friendliness of the staff. The cleanliness of the rooms, the quality of the buffet breakfast and the panoramic view from the roof terrace are widely appreciated, ensuring a very high overall level of satisfaction.
Hotel Paganelli is located along Riva degli Schiavoni 4182 in the Castello district of Venice, just 150 metres from the Bridge of Sighs and 350 metres from St. Mark’s Square.
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Yes, Hotel Paganelli offers a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian and vegetarian options, served every morning at a partner restaurant located 25 metres from the main building.
At Hotel Paganelli, check-in is available from 14:00, while the room must be vacated by 11:00 on the day of departure.
No, pets are not allowed inside Hotel Paganelli.
Yes, Hotel Paganelli is equipped with a lift to connect the main floors, although accessing certain rooms may require climbing a few steps.
Yes, Hotel Paganelli offers free WiFi to all guests both in the rooms and in common areas.
