Elegant 4-star hotel in Venice overlooking the Grand Canal, in the Cannaregio district, with a panoramic restaurant, terrace, and private gondola landing stage.
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Hotel Principe is an elegant 4-star hotel located in the Cannaregio district of Venice, directly overlooking the Grand Canal and just 200 metres from Santa Lucia railway station.
The property combines classic Venetian architecture with refined design elements. Distinctive features include a panoramic terrace overlooking the waters of the canal and a private water entrance, allowing guests to arrive conveniently aboard water taxis or traditional gondolas. The dining options include two on-site restaurants serving Venetian specialties and international cuisine, alongside an elegant bar where guests can enjoy aperitifs and drinks while admiring the passing boats.
Accommodations range from traditional Venetian-style options with antique furniture to contemporary-style rooms, many of which offer direct views of the Grand Canal. With a 24-hour reception, tour desk, concierge service, and free Wi-Fi, the property is suitable both for romantic stays and for exploring the historic centre easily on foot or by water bus.
Accommodations at Hotel Principe reflect the charm of Venetian tradition combined with modern functionality. The room range extends from cozy Classic rooms to Superior and Deluxe options, up to spacious Junior Suites designed to offer greater space and flexibility.
Each room features a private bathroom finished in marble or fine ceramics, equipped with a shower or bathtub, toiletries, hairdryer, and bathrobes in higher categories. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature free Wi-Fi connection, flat-screen satellite TV, minibar, safe, and desk. The different room types vary in size and view, offering the choice between quiet internal views or panoramic views of the Grand Canal or the city rooftops.
A 15 m² room decorated in classic Venetian style, featuring a private bathroom with toiletries, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, minibar, and safe.
An 18 m² space designed to accommodate up to three people, with refined furnishings, a large private bathroom, flat-screen TV, minibar, safe, and Wi-Fi.
An 18 m² room featuring exclusive front views of the Grand Canal, complete with a private bathroom with bathrobes, toiletries, Wi-Fi, and refined finishes.
An 18 m² accommodation offering flexible arrangements with single or double beds, a spacious private bathroom, satellite TV, minibar, and air conditioning.
A 20 m² room overlooking the canal, equipped with a private bathroom with bathtub, espresso coffee machine, bathrobes, minibar, and air conditioning.
A 25 m² suite featuring a bedroom and separate living area, with privileged views of the Grand Canal, bathroom with bathtub, coffee machine, and minibar.
An 18 m² room combining panoramic views of the Grand Canal with a private bathroom equipped with a bathtub, slippers, hairdryer, and safe.
A spacious 40 m² suite with views over the rooftops of Venice, ideal for three people, featuring a bathtub, bathrobes, espresso coffee machine, and minibar.
The facilities at Hotel Principe are designed to ensure a comfortable and elegant stay in the heart of Venice. A key feature of the property is its private landing stage on the Grand Canal, allowing guests to arrive and depart conveniently by gondola or water taxi. The outdoor terrace offers a pleasant space to relax during the day or enjoy an aperitif while watching the life of the city on the lagoon.
On-site dining includes two restaurants serving Venetian cuisine, fresh seafood specialties, and international options, alongside a well-stocked bar. The 24-hour reception is available to assist guests with concierge services, luggage storage, and a tour desk. Free Wi-Fi connection is available throughout the property.
Hotel Principe is located on Lista di Spagna, in the lively Cannaregio district, one of Venice’s most charming and elegant gateways. This area combines the vitality of lagoon promenades with convenient access to main transport links. The stretch of the Grand Canal overlooked by the property creates an authentic Venetian atmosphere right from arrival, surrounded by historic palaces and the characteristic boat traffic.
The location is convenient for railway travelers: Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station is just 190 metres away, reachable on foot in less than three minutes. For those arriving by car or public transport from the mainland, the Piazzale Roma terminal and the Constitution Bridge are approximately 450 metres away. The historic Jewish Ghetto is only 550 metres away, while the nearby water bus stop allows quick connections to St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge, located 1.4 km and 1 km away respectively.
Walking around the area, guests can explore the Scuola Grande di San Rocco at 550 metres or admire the Ca’ d’Oro museum 800 metres away along Strada Nova. During the warm season, a water bus ride leads to the beaches of Venice Lido, about 5 km away, or to lagoon islands such as Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Throughout the year, Cannaregio offers a wide choice of traditional bacari and taverns to discover local culinary traditions.
Guests highly appreciate the location on the Grand Canal and the proximity to the railway station. Ratings are also very positive for the overall room comfort, impeccable cleanliness, and the friendly staff who provide attentive assistance throughout the stay.
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Yes, Hotel Principe features a private water entrance that allows guests to arrive or depart conveniently by gondola or water taxi.
Yes, Hotel Principe welcomes pets. An additional charge may apply, and guests are advised to inform the property when making a reservation.
At Hotel Principe, check-in is available from 14:00 to 00:00, while check-out is from 01:00 until 11:00.
Yes, Hotel Principe provides free Wi-Fi connection to its guests both in public areas and in all room types.
Hotel Principe offers a varied breakfast selection every morning, including buffet, continental, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Hotel Principe is located just 200 metres from Santa Lucia railway station, reachable on foot in less than three minutes.
