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Nestled on the Grand Canal, between Ca' D' Oro and Venice's iconic Rialto Bridge, the 5-star Ca' Sagredo Hotel exudes old-world charm. Housed in a stunning 14th-century palace, once the residence of one of Venice's most cultured noble families, the hotel is a proud member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection. Its 67 elegantly decorated rooms and suites reflect the building's rich history and Venetian allure.
During my stay, I was assigned a Sagredo Double room, which is the entry-level category. The carpeted Sagredo Double rooms include a comfortable double bed, a small flat-screen TV, a desk, two reading chairs, and a spacious built-in closet. However, the room felt quite dark due to its single narrow window. Although the room was immaculately clean, some furnishings showed signs of age. Housekeeping is conducted twice daily, though the turndown service lacked the thoughtful touches of water and chocolates. No welcome amenities were provided upon arrival. The en-suite marble bathroom featured a single washbasin, a bathtub/shower combination with a rain showerhead, an integrated toilet with a bidet, a towel warmer, and bespoke toiletries crafted in Italy specifically for the hotel. Despite requesting a room with a view during booking and the hotel being nearly empty during my stay, my first-floor room faced the side street and hotel entrance. Undoubtedly, better views are available in other rooms.
The Ca' Sagredo Hotel's marble staircase, designed by Tirali and adorned with a fresco by Pietro Longhi, stands as a breathtaking example of Venetian craftsmanship and elegance, enhancing the hotel's historical charm and romantic ambiance. The second floor boasts magnificent wall paintings, including frescoes by Pietro Longhi and landscapes with ruins and hunting scenes by Andrea Urbani, complemented by stucco work and Murano glass chandeliers.
A simple breakfast buffet is served in the second-floor breakfast rooms, with additional hot dishes beyond scrambled eggs and bacon available from the à la carte menu, though these are not included in the price. The service is reserved and friendly. The Music Hall, also known as the Sala della Musica, offers perfect acoustics, 18th-century trompe l'oeil paintings by Gaspare Diziani, gilt bronze chandeliers, and frescoes depicting elegant rituals, making it a popular venue for events or weddings. Although the Grande Canale Restaurant was closed during my stay, it is renowned for offering a fine dining experience with a focus on authentic Venetian cuisine. Meanwhile, Bar L'incontro provides a cozy setting for savoring Italian aperitifs, wines, and cocktails.
In summary, the Ca' Sagredo Hotel, with its historic palace grandeur, artistic treasures, and spacious rooms, lacks attention to detail and warm service. Nonetheless, if reasonably priced, it remains a solid option among pricier five-star properties, thanks to its excellent Grand Canal location.
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02 Febbraio 2025
6,0
This is by far the most beautiful hotel I have ever stayed in! The history, the quietness, the fact that there are not so many people made me have a new favourite. i have stayed in hotels all over Europe and this one tops it all! I do not even care about the fact that the restaurant is closed during my stay! The fact that I can relax looking at all the architecture and reading in the ball room while being alone is amazing! I cannot wait to be back and maybe stay in a heritage suite!
SundayRose
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06 Gennaio 2025
10,0
The pros: Well located hotel, pleasant staff, comfortable room.
Cons: no kettle in the room for tea or infusion...you have to pay extra...
Approximate cleaning in the bathroom, 2mm of dust on all the towel dryer bars.
Very limited breakfast for a 5 ☆ we have seen much better 10 euros extra for a boiled egg.
demoures f
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04 Gennaio 2025
6,0
Magnificent hotel, nothing to say, excellent breakfast in the heart of the city, very good for going for a walk at the top
Yasin Mendes
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31 Dicembre 2024
10,0
Volevo fare una sorpresa a mio marito per il suo onomastico e visto che era giorno del Redentore - una festa importante a Venezia ho scelto ristorante Alcova con menù speciale dello Chef. Bisognerebbe partire dalla location meravigliosa con la vista sul Canal Grande che incanta dal primo istante visitatore. La terrazza del ristorante è situata di fronte al famoso Mercato di Rialto, da cui provengono i prodotti freschi e di stagione per la cucina del ristorante. Vorrei ringraziare tutto il personale per la professionalità ed accoglienza. La nostra cena è stata veramente deliziosa e romantica in un’atmosfera indimenticabile. Tutte le portate dei piatti erano squisite e saporite direi che è un ottimo connubio tra cucina classica veneziana e l’innovazione dello Chef. Quello che riguarda il conto il rapporto è giusto in base qualità prezzo, servizio location. Ringraziamo per la serata speciale 👏
Anna
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01 Ottobre 2024
10,0