Villa XXV Aprile

Good location by the water bus stop on the Grand Canal and thankfully a bit away from the crowds of St. Marco district, which is easy 10-minute walk away. Big room, marble-everywhere bathroom, comfortable bed, strong AC, BUT the carpet in room 101 should have been replaced 10 years ago. Guessing it used be white, but now it is gray-ish and covered in dark stains all over. Oddly, a porter entered the room "to check the minibar inventory" while we were in the room resting in the afternoon. Why the inventory count was not done during the cleaning earlier in the day??... Not a 5-star hotel category.

Location was great, in a quieter area of Venice but a short stroll to many cafes/ restaurants/bars/shopping. There is a gondola stop right out front and they can also get you a water taxi. We had a canal view room and it was a very good size. Bed comfy, A/C, nice bathroom. The breakfast was also impressive . Definitely a great place to stay in Venice. Helpful and lovely staff as well. Thank you!!