10/10
Excellent place
Venice · head to head
The Gritti Palace vs Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel is $3,293 a night less. They are 1.1 km apart.
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
$1,992/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $196 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
At $3,734 versus $1,250 a night, this isn't close on price, and Palazzo Venart's 9.7 rating against the Gritti's 9.4 suggests guests are just as happy there. The Gritti wins on facilities with a full spa and fitness room, and on sheer historical weight on the Grand Canal near St Mark's Square. But if you want a 16th-century palazzo, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, and a quiet courtyard for under half the price, book Palazzo Venart. The Gritti is worth the premium only if you specifically want its address and its spa.
The look and the feel
The Gritti Palace
The Gritti Palace is a 15th-century Gothic palazzo on the Grand Canal, restored by Studio Peregalli in a manner that leans into Venetian excess rather than smoothing it out: hand-blocked Fortuny fabrics, Murano glass chandeliers, brocade-covered walls in deep reds and golds. The Bar Longhi has dark lacquered panelling and paintings attributed to Pietro Longhi, and it fills in the early evening with a crowd that has come for the view of the canal as much as the negroni. It's a hotel that has hosted Hemingway and Churchill and does not let you forget it; the public rooms feel like stage sets for old-world Venice, heavy with velvet and gilt.
Guests who want the most storied hotel on the Grand Canal, with a full spa and gym, and are happy to pay for the name.
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
Palazzo Venart sits on a quieter stretch of the Grand Canal in Santa Croce, a genuine 16th-century palazzo with a walled garden that is unusual for Venice, where courtyard space is rare. The interiors mix original terrazzo floors and coffered ceilings with a lighter, more contemporary hand than the Gritti: pale plasterwork, restrained furniture, marble bathrooms rather than swagged fabric everywhere. Glam, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant here under chef Enrico Bartolini, brings a different kind of energy than the hotel's otherwise hushed, private feel — it draws a dining crowd on top of the guest list.
Guests who want a genuine historic palazzo, an exceptional restaurant, and a quieter garden setting, at a markedly lower price.
Booking Palazzo Venart over the Gritti means giving up the on-site spa and fitness room; everything else is closer than the price gap suggests.
The Gritti's rooms are more opulent and more photographed, but Palazzo Venart's walled garden and calmer, less crowded stretch of canal make it the more restful and arguably more beautiful place to actually spend a night.
The numbers
| The Gritti Palace | Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $5,285 | $1,992 |
| Guest rating | 9.4/10 | 9.7/10 |
| Reviews | 102 | 219 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 3 | 3 |
| Distance apart | 1.1 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Gritti Palace has
- Spa
- Fitness
Only Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel has
- Pet
- Bar
What guests actually say
The Gritti Palace
- excellent attentive service
- superb rooms
- staff anticipate your needs
“One word - awesome. Staff are able to read your mind in terms of understanding your needs!”
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
- excellent breakfast
- attentive welcoming staff
- great location on the canal
- slightly pricey
- slightly worn palazzo feel
“Excellent breakfast. Great location. Incredible service.”
Both delight guests, but Palazzo Venart guests give more specific reasons (breakfast, location, individual staff members) while Gritti Palace reviews are shorter and more generic praise.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
The Gritti Palace
- Sestiere SuiteBreakfast Included$4,772
- Sestiere Suite(1 King Bed)Breakfast Included$4,772
- Sestiere SuiteBreakfast Included · free cancellation$4,901
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
- Apartment 2 BedroomsRoom Only · free cancellation$1,992
In guests' own words
The Gritti Palace
10/10
Exceptional facilities and team! Thank you!
10/10
The Gritti Palace never ceases to astound. It is is a hotel like no other, where the service is of the highest quality
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
10/10
“Perfect place for a 5-star Venetian experience”
Incredible hotel! Staff, room, food were all exceptional!
10/10
“Expérience inoubliable à Venise”
10/10
Everything was perfect! The hotel is absolutely beautiful, the rooms are comfortable and spotless, and the breakfast was delicious, fresh, and offered a great variety of options. The entire staff was welcoming and attentive. A special thank you to Mihaela at reception, who was incredibly helpful, professional, and friendly throughout our stay. She truly made us feel welcome. We had an amazing experience and would def
About each
The Gritti Palace
Indulge at the Full-Service Spa Unwind with a rejuvenating massage at the on-site spa for a truly relaxing experience during your stay. Exquisite Dining Experience Experience authentic Italian cuisine at the renowned Club del Doge restaurant or opt for the convenience of 24-hour room service, ensuring your culinary desires are always met. Central Location &…
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Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
Historic Elegance by the Grand Canal Luxurious Accommodations and Dining Convenient Location and Transportation Immerse yourself in the rich history of Venice at Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel, where 16th-century charm meets modern luxury. Indulge in elegant rooms and suites featuring marble bathrooms and enjoy exquisite dining at the 2-Michelin-starred…
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Facilities, in full
The Gritti Palace
- Elevator
- Conference space
- Golfing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Full-service spa
- Smoke-free property
- Wedding services
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free wired internet
- Turkish bath/Hammam
Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Airport shuttle
Where they are
Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio O Zobenigo, Venice, VE, 30124Calle Tron, 1961 Santa Croce
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