Hotel Canal & Walter, Venice

Hotel Canal & Walter - A family-friendly 3-star hotel in Santa Croce with Grand Canal views and a private garden

Hotel Canal & Walter occupies a 15th-century Gothic palace in Venice’s Santa Croce district, a laid-back area with a local vibe. The 17 rooms feature private bathrooms, minibars, safes, satellite TVs, and independent air conditioning. Some rooms offer views of the Grand Canal, Canal Dei Tolentini, or the private garden. A continental breakfast buffet is served daily, including hard-boiled eggs, cold cuts, cheeses, yogurt, and pastries. The hotel has a small bar for coffee, drinks, and light snacks, as well as a 24-hour front desk and tourist assistance. Located a 2-minute walk from Santa Lucia Train Station and Piazzale Roma, Hotel Canal & Walter provides easy access to vaporetto routes along the Grand Canal, leading to landmarks like Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square.

Pros

The hotel is housed in a 15th-century Gothic palace with 18th-century Venetian furnishings and Murano glass decor.

A continental breakfast buffet is served in a private garden during summer.

Proximity to Santa Lucia Train Station and Piazzale Roma simplifies transportation.

Rooms feature independent air conditioning and views of the Grand Canal or garden.

Cons

The historic building lacks an elevator.

The surrounding area has tourist-focused shops and restaurants.