Hotel Palazzina Grassi – A Favorite for Families in Venice

Hotel Palazzina Grassi is the first and only 5-star hotel in Italy designed by Philippe Starck. The property blends contemporary art with historical Venetian architecture, creating a visual language distinct from traditional palazzos. Guests arrive directly from the Grand Canal via a private dock, entering a space where Murano glass artworks and carefully selected furniture define the interior.

The restaurant offers a show kitchen for interactive dining with views of the chefs at work, serving contemporary and traditional Venetian cuisine. The outdoor terrace provides a setting for unique dining experiences, and the bar and lounge are recognized as one of the most glamorous socializing spots in Venice. Themed dinner nights and live music performances are regularly scheduled, along with cooking classes and walking tours for guests.

The hotel has 25 rooms, each with air conditioning, a minibar, and a safety deposit box, with selected rooms offering a balcony overlooking the Grand Canal. Guests receive daily housekeeping, room service, and a complimentary fruit basket, with special diet menus available upon request. The property provides a concierge service, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a tour desk for arranging excursions.

Hotel Palazzina Grassi is positioned on the Grand Canal in central Venice, with direct water access via a private dock for water taxis. La Fenice Theatre, Piazza San Marco, and Rialto Bridge are within walking distance, and the hotel is near the Venice Film Festival venues. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 16 km away, reachable by private water taxi or vaporetto from the nearby stop.

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a terrace with outdoor furniture, and facilities for disabled guests including wheelchair access and grab rails in bathrooms. Pets are allowed, with pet baskets and bowls provided, and the property has designated smoking areas and family rooms. Business services include fax/photocopying, meeting/banquet facilities, and a laundry and ironing service.

Design: Only Philippe Starck-designed 5-star hotel in Italy

Dining: Show kitchen with interactive chef views

Entertainment: Themed dinner nights & live music performances

Location: Private dock on the Grand Canal

Services: 24-hour concierge & private check-in/check-out

Access: 10 min walk to Piazza San Marco & La Fenice Theatre