PALAZZO MARCELLO HOTEL AL SOLE, Venice – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Santa Croce- Fondamenta Minotto 136,
Venice,
Italy,
30135,
Veneto
Historic Venetian Residence
Palazzo Marcello Hotel Al Sole is housed in a 15th-century palace overlooking the Rio del Gaffaro. The building retains original Venetian tapestries, coats of arms, and a quiet courtyard where breakfast is served. Rooms feature air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms; some offer views of the Tolentini Canal or the internal garden.
Breakfast & Common Areas
A buffet breakfast includes homemade cakes, fresh fruit, and savory options. The hotel has a reception hall, a lunch room, and an indoor garden with seating. The garden doubles as a breakfast spot in good weather and a place for guests to relax.
Central San Polo Location
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Piazzale Roma, the main transport hub for buses and ferries. Nearby attractions include the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari church, and Campo Santa Margherita, known for its nightlife. Water buses provide access to the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square in 20 minutes.
Transport & Parking
Guests arriving by car can use discounted parking at Piazzale Roma. From Venice Marco Polo Airport, take the ATVO or ACTV bus (20 minutes) to Piazzale Roma. The Santa Lucia train station is a 10-minute walk, crossing only one bridge.
Guest Services
The 24-hour reception provides maps, tourist tips, and assistance with transfers. Amenities include an elevator, luggage storage, and laundry services. The staff can arrange boat tours to Murano, Burano, and Torcello, starting at €25 per person.
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Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
EUR 45 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Services
Paid shuttle service
Room service
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Santa Croce- Fondamenta Minotto 136,
Venice,
Italy,
30135,
Veneto
Map view
Santa Croce- Fondamenta Minotto 136,
Venice,
Italy,
30135,
Veneto
City landmarks
Bridge
Rialto Bridge
4200 ft
Museum
Doge's Palace
1.1
mi
Landmark
Canal Grande
3300 ft
Square
Piazza San Marco
1.0
mi
Church
Basilica di San Marco
1.0
mi
Bridge
Bridge of Sighs
1.1
mi
Museum
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
4700 ft
Church
Basilica of St Mary of Health
1.0
mi
Landmark
Ponte di Rialto
4200 ft
Landmark
Campanile di San Marco
1.1
mi
Museum
Gallerie dell'Accademia
3500 ft
Museum
Natural History Museum
3800 ft
Theatre
Teatro la Fenice
4200 ft
Landmark
Ala Napoleonica
1.0
mi
Landmark
Dorsoduro
2200 ft
Square
The Ghetto
4500 ft
Landmark
Venetian Arsenal
1.3
mi
Gallery
Grassi Palace
3000 ft
Museum
Museo Correr
5100 ft
Gallery
Palazzo Cavalli-Franchetti
3700 ft
Church
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
1.9
mi
Library
Libraria Aqua Alta
1.2
mi
Church
Santa Maria Formosa
1.2
mi
Landmark
Cannaregio
4200 ft
Gallery
Punta della Dogana
1.2
mi
Nearby
Church
St Mary of the Friars Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
1600 ft
Church
San Rocco, Venice
1300 ft
Bridge
Constitution Bridge
1700 ft
Square
Campo Santa Margherita
1300 ft
Church
Church of San Pantalon
900 ft
Restaurants
Bacareto Da Lele
700 ft
Fondamenta dei Tolentini 183 Santa Croce
Al 133
200 ft
Salizada San Pantalon Santa Croce 133 Santa Croce
Angolo Del Gusto
800 ft
Santa Croce 190/B
La Bottega del Gusto
700 ft
Calle San Pantalon Dorsoduro 3762
Caffetteria Cicchetteria Ai Do Scaini
1400 ft
Calle de la Fonderia San Polo 3080
Trattoria Agli Amici
800 ft
Sestiere Santa Croce 189
Adriatico Mar
700 ft
Calle Crosera Dorsoduro 3771 Ponte Vinanti
Bigoi Venezia
1000 ft
Calle dei Meloni 1472
Pasticceria Tonolo
900 ft
Calle San Pantalon Dorsoduro 3764 Dorsoduro 3764
Majer
900 ft
Sestiere Santa Croce 1658 Majer Venezia S.Giacomo dell'Orio
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
94%
enjoyed their stay & would return
authentic Venice
friendly staff
pigeon issue
leak in toilet chair
9.4/10
Perfect
Rooms
8.0
Location
9.0
Service
8.3
Dining
6.5
Guest reviews
9.4/10
based on 8 reviews
0.9
0.9/10 based on 3624 reviews
Tom
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel felt like a Venetian dream with a beautiful view of the garden and canal from my massive room. However, there was a leak in the toilet chair, and the room was not soundproof. The location was great for exploring Venice with nice bars and restaurants nearby, but the courtyard was overrun with pigeons during breakfast.
Rooms
8.0
I had a spectacular view of the garden and canal from my large room with a fabulous full-length window.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, providing me with soya milk every morning without me having to ask again.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was ideal, just a 6-minute walk from Piazzale Roma, making it convenient for exploring Venice.
Dining
7.0
The continental breakfast was average, and the courtyard was not suitable due to pigeons but the juice presser was a nice touch.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered an old-style juice presser for guests and had a nice courtyard, despite the pigeon issue.
authentic Venice
pigeon issue
David
United Kingdom,
October
2023
9.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were fabulous with high ceilings, dark wood, and big curtains, offering views of the canal and the garden. The service was exceptional, with extremely helpful and friendly staff always ready to assist. The location was excellent, within easy reach of major landmarks and transportation hubs. The dining experience was delicious with a great selection of dishes. Overall, a lovely hotel with great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were adequately sized, clean, and well-equipped, featuring a single and queen bed along with a table and chairs.
Service
10.0
The staff was extremely helpful, friendly, and welcoming, providing excellent local information and assistance.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, close to the Grand Canal, train station, bus station, and key attractions, making it convenient to explore the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was lovely with delicious food and a great selection of dishes.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Nathan
United States,
August
2023
7.0/10
The hotel had a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were comfortable and met our needs, but they felt damp, musty, and needed updating. The staff was friendly and welcoming at times but seemed clueless and uninterested in customer service at others. The location was great for being central yet quiet, but the dining options were limited and disappointing.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms, though comfortable for our needs, felt damp and smelly, needing updating.
Service
7.0
The staff was a mix of friendly and clueless, with moments of helpfulness but also lack of interest in customer service.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient and central yet quiet for sleeping.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing with limited choices and poor quality options.
Facilities
7.0
Anthony
United States,
August
2023
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was spacious, but it had a musty smell and dated bedding. The staff was accommodating and friendly, which enhanced my overall enjoyment. The location was great, close to the bus station and peaceful. However, the dining options were limited during breakfast.
Rooms
7.0
The room was quite large with two showers, but it was stuffy and musty. The heavy curtains and outdated bedding could use an update.
Service
9.0
The hotel staff was very accommodating, moving us to a better room. They were helpful and friendly throughout our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect for us, just a short walk from the bus station and away from the bustling Piazza St Marco. It was convenient and peaceful, surrounded by charming cafes and restaurants.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast had limited choices and was average overall. There wasn't much variety to select from.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered basic facilities but nothing particularly outstanding.
Joyce
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.2/10
The hotel offers stunning views of the canal and garden from the fabulous, spacious rooms with high ceilings and dark wood decor. The service is extremely helpful and friendly, although there was a minor issue with a missing door. The location is excellent, with easy access to tourist attractions and a variety of dining options. The dining experience is good but could use more hot food choices. Overall, a great stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are massive with a fabulous full-length window offering views of the canal and garden.
Service
8.0
The staff was great, welcoming, and extremely helpful with directions and recommendations.
Location
9.0
The hotel is excellently located, close to the rail and bus stations, with easy access to tourist attractions and a variety of dining options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience is good for Italian standards but could have more hot food choices.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers room service, laundry, shuttle service, and tours/ticket assistance.
Russell
United Kingdom,
July
2023
8.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was beautiful, spacious, and spotlessly clean with a lovely window overlooking a quiet canal and a picturesque small bridge. The service was top-notch, with staff speaking great English and being very friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, near the bus station and in a quieter area away from the tourist crowds. The dining experience, while all right, could have been more imaginative. Overall, a great value for money stay.
Rooms
9.0
The room was massive, spotlessly clean, and had a beautiful window with a canal view.
Service
8.0
The staff were great, welcoming, friendly, and very obliging.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a gorgeous location near the bus station, with good restaurant options away from the main tourist area.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was lovely, with fresh options and the best breakfast rolls ever.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Paul
United Kingdom,
June
2023
8.2/10
The hotel offers a cozy stay with rooms that retain an original feel but are a little tired in decoration. The small size adds a lovely touch, although it might be considered small for longer stays. The service is top-notch, with very friendly and helpful staff offering concierge services. The location is ideal, just a short walk from the bus station, making it convenient for exploring Venice. The dining experience could be improved by offering more food options, but overall, the hotel provides a pleasant stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms had an original feel but were a little tired in decoration. They were small, yet lovely and perfectly adequate for a short stay.
Service
9.0
The service was absolutely terrific; the staff was very friendly and helpful, offering concierge services and recommendations for exploring Venice.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is ideal, just a short walk from the bus station, providing convenient access to explore Venice.
Dining
7.0
The dining options could be improved by offering more choices of food, but overall, the experience was good.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers essential facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.
central location
limited dining
Martin
United States,
April
2023
7.6/10
I found the hotel to have a charming courtyard where breakfast is served, and my room had a cozy feel with timber beams and a high ceiling, perfectly blending with the area's character. The stay was extremely peaceful, but the only downside was the clueless and uninterested staff. Nonetheless, Luca was exceptional in providing great tour recommendations. The location was excellent, close to the rail and bus stations, making it convenient to explore the city. The dining experience was acceptable, with repetitive options and the need to replenish the buffet frequently.
Rooms
8.0
My room was cozy with timber beams and a high ceiling in line with the area's character. The delightful courtyard view made breakfast time enjoyable. The quiet atmosphere added to the overall relaxation.
Service
6.0
The staff seemed clueless and uninterested, lacking focus on customer service, but Luca stood out with helpful tour recommendations. Despite the overall service experience being underwhelming, the helpfulness in providing direction, maps, and dining suggestions was appreciated.
Location
9.0
The hotel catered well for gluten-free guests and was conveniently located close to Piazzale Roma for easy access to bus stops with minimal bridge crossings. Its proximity to the rail and bus stations made it an excellent base for exploring key attractions of the city.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory but lacked variety, and the buffet needed frequent replenishing. While the food quality met expectations, the menu could use more diverse options.
Facilities
The building showcased its age but maintained its charm and historical allure. Its simple yet functional facilities catered to essential needs and complemented the overall stay.
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