10/10
Excellent place
Venice · the famous one and its lookalike
The Gritti Palace vs Hotel Antiche Figure
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Hotel Antiche Figure is $4,621 a night less. They are 1.3 km apart.
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The honest take
These sit in different leagues and different worlds: the Gritti is a 15th-century palazzo on the Grand Canal at $1,539 a night, Antiche Figure a 3-star with 26 rooms near the station at $307. If you want the Grand Canal, the spa, the fitness room and the full Venetian occasion, pay for the Gritti. If you just want a clean, central bed and boat access to everything, Antiche Figure at a fifth of the price does the job.
The look and the feel
The Gritti Palace
The Gritti Palace is a 15th-century Gothic palazzo right on the Grand Canal, once home to Doge Andrea Gritti, later the haunt of Hemingway and Churchill. The interiors run to Rubelli damasks, Murano glass chandeliers, dark walnut furniture and gilt mirrors, with the Club del Doge restaurant opening onto a canalside terrace where the light off the water moves across the ceiling all afternoon. The lobby and bar have the hush of old money rather than the polish of a new build, all brocade and oil paintings and waiters who have been there decades. It draws a guest who wants Venice as theatre, with a price tag to match.
Travellers who want the full Grand Canal experience, an occasion stay, and are willing to pay palace prices for it.
Hotel Antiche Figure
Hotel Antiche Figure sits on the Fondamenta S. Simeon Piccolo in Santa Croce, a quieter stretch across the Grand Canal from the station, with a terrace the listing plays up for its views. Rooms are simple three-star fare: air conditioning, minibars, flat-screen TVs, pillowtop beds, nothing ornamental. The bar/lounge and 24-hour room service give it a bit of hotel comfort beyond a basic guesthouse, and bike storage and a casino shuttle suggest a place used to a mixed, practical crowd rather than a grand one.
Travellers who want a clean, central, affordably priced base in Venice without expecting luxury.
At $307, Antiche Figure has no spa and no fitness room, and nothing in its listing suggests the scale, service or canalside grandeur the Gritti's price buys.
The Gritti Palace is the more beautiful place to be, a genuine historic palazzo on the Grand Canal versus a plain three-star with a terrace.
The numbers
| The Gritti Palace | Hotel Antiche Figure | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $5,098 | $477 |
| Guest rating | 9.4/10 | — |
| Reviews | 102 | 216 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 3 | 2 |
| Distance apart | 1.3 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only The Gritti Palace has
- Spa
- Fitness
Only Hotel Antiche Figure has
- Parking
What guests actually say
The Gritti Palace
- excellent, attentive service
- staff anticipate guests' needs
- beautiful rooms and facilities
“The Gritti Palace never ceases to astound.”
Hotel Antiche Figure
- friendly, helpful staff
- great location near train station
- good breakfast spread
“We love this hotel! Central, cute and so friendly.”
Both delight guests, but Hotel Antiche Figure's reviewers repeatedly praise unmatched location and warmth for the price, while The Gritti Palace's guests focus on luxury service befitting a five-star stay.
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
Hotel Antiche Figure
- Superior Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin BedsBreakfast Included$475
- Superior DoubleBreakfast Included$477
- Superior Double or Twin Room 1 Queen Bed Non RefundableBreakfast Included$479
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
Hotel Antiche Figure
10/10
“Central, cute and so friendly”
We love this hotel! Central, cute and so friendly. Fabulous breakfast spread but the highlight for us is the staff; nothing is too much trouble and they helped us with our Italian! We will be back.
10/10
“A perfect choice!”
The hotel was located directly across from train station. It was very clean and well kept. There is a renovated wing which was lovely but the older rooms just as clean and nice. Breakfasts yummy. Staff so helpful in providing very good suggestions for dinner and helped us in getting a free tour to Murano glass factory.
10/10
“Excellent location for exploring Venice and taking train to other parts of Italy”
Clean comfortable nicely appointed rooms, super friendly helpful staff, terrific location just few minutes walk from Venice Santa Lucia train station and walkable to anywhere in the historic city. Only challenge is getting to/from Venice airport.
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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Hotel Antiche Figure
Stunning Terrace Views and Modern Amenities - Enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace while accessing complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services. The hotel offers babysitting and bike storage, along with a convenient casino shuttle for added entertainment. Luxurious Accommodations and Services - Retreat to one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring…
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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
Hotel Antiche Figure
- Elevator
- Golfing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Limo or town car service available
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Casino shuttle (surcharge)
- Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Train station pickup (surcharge)
Where they are
Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio O Zobenigo, Venice, VE, 30124Santa Croce 687, Fondamenta S. Simeon Piccolo, Venice, VE, 30135
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