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Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel

5.0 star property
Pet-friendly property with a full-service spa connected to the convention center in Venice

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Restaurant
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
Interior
Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Small Luxury Hotel Ca' di Dio in Castello offers a tranquil escape with thoughtful amenities. Relax in the garden, browse the library, or enjoy a massage at PURA City SPA. Unwind at the bar with complimentary WiFi. Helpful staff and prime location earn high praise from guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Double)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (Premium) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Premium)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite, Lagoon View (Double) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Lagoon View (Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite (Double)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite (Vista Rio Double)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite (VISTA RIO)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite (VISTA RIO)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Lagoon View (Double)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Lagoon View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Lagoon View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Premium Double

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite with Rio View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite with Rio View(Two Adults and One Child)

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite with Lagoon View (Two Adults and One Child)

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite with Lagoon View (Two Adults and Two Children)

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite (Two Adults and Two Children)

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite with Lagoon View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite Lagoon View Triple

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Premium Triple ( 2 Adults + 1 Child )

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite Triple

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite Rio View Quadruple

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite With Lagoon View Double

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Altana Suite Triple

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Altana Suite Double

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Altana Suite Quadruple

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Located in Castello neighborhood, Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel is connected to a rail/subway station. Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grand Canal and Marina di Venezia. San Teodoro and Maritime Station are also worth visiting.
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Riva de la Ca' di Dio 2182, Sestiere Castello, Venice, VE, 30122

What's nearby

  • St. Mark's Square - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Doge's Palace - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. Mark's Basilica - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rialto Bridge - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grand Canal - 32 min drive - 2.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Gelateria Bucintoro Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Alla Rampa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Gelateria Bellavista - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Nuova Perla - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante al Gabbiano - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel

Property near St. Mark's Square
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are located near Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel, which provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a library. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a body treatment, or a facial at Pura City Spa, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this property include:
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • A porter/bellhop, free newspapers, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 66 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and tubs or showers
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 40 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply to patients and their companions, and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties, subject to the submission of proper documents to the property. A 30 percent reduction applies from January 1-31.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 31 January, EUR 3.50 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.70 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 February - 31 December, EUR 5.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 2.50 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Service fee: 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT027042A1QD8T9DAW

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Ca' di Dio
Hotel Ca' di Dio
Small Luxury Ca' Di Dio Venice
Small Luxury Hotel Ca' di Dio Hotel
Small Luxury Hotel Ca' di Dio Venice
Small Luxury Hotel Ca' di Dio Hotel Venice

Frequently asked questions

Is Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel located?

Located in Castello, this spa property is within a 10-minute walk of Bacino San Marco, St. Mark's Square, and Doge's Palace. St. Mark's Basilica and Teatro La Fenice are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Ca' di Dio - VRetreats, an SLH Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 233 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a beautiful property! Impeccable and beautifully decorated rooms and property. Amazing and friendly staff. Delicious cocktail drinks. Love the complimentary water taxi ride to Murano Island! Love the breakfast box for early mornjng departure! Love that it’s just on the perimeter of the busy San Marco. Queit nabe with lots of delivious restaurants. This is a fancy nice retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A terrific hotel with very friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, outstanding condition of the property, well trained and attentive staff. Perfection. Not easy to get in Venice!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helt fantastisk vistelse. Lever upp till sina fem stjärnor. Professionell personal med glimten i ögat. Ett måste om man ska besöka Venedig!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter/Innen, super sauber, sehr umfangreiches Frühstück, zu Fuß ist alles zu erreichen, vor dem Hotel die vaporetto Station
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel are top notch , the breakfast buffet delicious and the rooms clean and quiet . Loved our stay here - it was a bit of a walk from St Marks Square but was needed after dinner 😀 I would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff very good position. Spotlessly clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES BARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ホテルに専用のドッグがあるので水上タクシーから直接ホテルへ出入りできます。 水上バスのストップも目の前で動きやすいです。 ホテルスタッフ皆さんとてもフレンドリーで親切でした。 スパにはサウナもついておりとてもリラックスできました。
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, convenient, incredible hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, perfect location, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Increíble el hotel, las habitaciones y la ubicación así como la atención recibida
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very unique hotel and the breakfast was great. The hotel was clean and felt comfortable and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHEOLUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bus stop is right in front of the hotel, making the location extremely convenient. All the staff were incredibly friendly, and the guest rooms, hallways, and restaurant all had a very luxurious feel. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximité des lieux touristiques mais calme
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Soggiorno in generale positivo. Non ho gradito la tariffa differenziata per il servizio taxi boat per la stazione (eur 85 per la chiamata dall’hotel vs eur 70 se chiamato direttamente dalla stazione a 10 metri)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Mihir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! It was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIA DANIELA MENDOZA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es increíble el hotel, cómodo, fácil acceso, súper nuevo, increíble!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesús Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel y gran servicio cerca de San Marcos
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yavinquigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo muy buen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location (a haven amongst the bustle), wonderful and friendly service, good experiences, rooms, and food.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schönes Haus im modernen venezianischen Stil. Alles sehr neu, Personal zuvorkommend, eine bessere Einschulung auf die Heizung wäre von Vorteil.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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