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Metropole Hotel Venezia vs Palazzina Grassi

Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Metropole Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Palazzina. Metropole Hotel is ranked #13 in Venice with praise from 8 reviewers such as Time Out, Forbes Travel Guide and Oyster.

Metropole Hotel Venezia
Metropole Hotel Venezia
8 / 10
Riva Degli Schiavoni 4149, 30122 Venice
From $468 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Atmosphere prevails in this labyrinth of intimate, opulent spaces featuring classic Venetian decor combined with exotic Eastern influences." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"In one of Venice's busiest and most scenic locations, this property fronts the promenade along the Grand Canal, just beyond St. Mark's Square. " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The quirky palazzo that has evolved from that church building is now a member of the Romantik hotel association -- and aptly so." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Of all the grand hotels that crowd this part of the riva, the Metropole is arguably the most characterful." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The Oriental-tinged Metropole is a five-star hotel on the prestigious but congested lagoon-facing riva degli Schiavoni promenade." Full review
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Palazzina Grassi
Palazzina Grassi
7 / 10
Sestiere San Marco 3247, 30124 Venice
From $302 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"In the serene Accademia neighborhood... the 26-room Palazzina Grassi has a superb collection of Modernist glass from Murano masters in a sparkling space designed by Philippe Starck." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"An aristocratic fifteenth-century palazzo on the Grand Canal is the canvas for Philippe Starck’s first Italian design hotel." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Traditionalists beware: This chic, civilized gem is primed for fans of modernist guru Philippe Starck's familiar brand of high-style hijinx." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"A small and quiet property in a great location -- all the main tourist spots in Venice are within walking distance, as are a good variety of shops and restaurants." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"An opulent Venetian palace on the Grand Canal reinvented by French style guru Philippe Starck." Full review
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