Hotel Carlton On The Grand Canal Venice

The hotel has 100 windows all overlooking the most famous venetian canal, the Canal Grande. An esclusive hotel with a its own landing stage on the canal for gondolas and water taxis with newly refurbished rooms equipped with the most modern amenities

A hundred views on the Grand Canal. The Hotel Carlton and Grand Canal, an ideal oasis for an unforgettable Venice experience with its 100 windows overlooking the shimmering canals of the most romantic of cities and its own private access for gondola and water taxi. Just one step and you're in the magical labyrinth of Venice.
Two steps finds you at Scuola di S. Rocco and the Frari Cathedral. Keep on for the odd minute and the Rialto Bridge invites you to cross it on your way to the St. Mark's Square, only 10 minutes' stroll away.

Pastel shades, Venetian stuccoes, glass wall lamps made on Murano, furnishings which, while being functional, recall the glorious Serenissima epoch: these are the elements of the new hall and bar, completely mirrored on marvellous Istria stone. Right at the center of the hotel is an original glass cupola creating light effects which highlight its sophistication. The recently restored, characteristic internal patio onto which some of the rooms look out and where guests can enjoy breakfast or relax, using it as a peaceful open-air lounge, has a notable impact on guests. The elegant Bar Carlton Café offers you the chance to taste excellent drinks and whet your appetite with unusual snacks both in the internal room and in the open-air, enjoying an unforgettable stay on the Grand Canal.

Our 150 rooms were completely renovated in 2001 in eighteenth-century Venetian style, thus providing you with a décor typical to the most prestigious and noble palaces of Venice – and all with the added advantage of the most up-to-date facilities.

All the rooms have complete bathroom accessories, hair dryer, direct-line telephone, colour TV with satellite connection, fridge/bar, safe, and air conditioning.

Elegant reflections, inviting aromas, brilliant colors and exclusive tastes: these are the defining features of our restaurant “La Cupola”, a jewel of refined style in newly renovated surroundings, boasting harmony in its menu selections inspired both by innovative cuisine, as well as the genuine traditions of the territory.

The distinct welcoming atmosphere and the fine cuisine will envelop you and overtake you, transforming your “mealtime” into an exceptional experience.

You will be greeted with warmth and courtesy, and given expert advice as to your menu selections.

The typical and international specialties are served with refined simplicity, elegant and genuine at the same time, accompanied by an exclusive wine list. Our Chef, Roberto Nardello, will be at your disposition for any special requests.

Perfect for any occassion or simply for a romantic evening, our restaurant “La Cupola” will live up to your expectations and your appetites!

The Hotel Carlton and Grand Canal with its one hundred windows, looks out onto the Grand Canal, the romantic stretch of water lined with magnificent palaces and their thousand reflections and colors: a truly unique location which makes this elegant hotel the perfect option for an unforgettable holiday discovering Venice - a magic, timeless city!

With a pleasant stroll along the characteristic calles, you can reach the famous Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, and explore areas with very few tourists but which can be considered the most authentic and characteristic in Venice: San Polo with its famous Gothic Frari Church, Cannaregio with its antique Jewish Ghetto, Dorsoduro with the lively university area where, amidst art schools and artisan shops, you will find a vast number of typical restaurants where you can spend enjoyable evenings. From the hotel, you can easily reach the famous islands in the lagoon by water: Murano, Burano, and Torcello.

Travel information

Whether you come to Venice by car, train or air, the Hotel Carlton and Grand Canal is close to your arrival point because it is located in a strategic position as regards parking at Tronchetto and Piazzale Roma, Santa Lucia station and the public transport and water taxi landings. Do not hesitate to use our private landing, conveniently located in front of the hotel entrance on the Grand Canal.

By plane: From "Marco Polo" Venice airport there are two ways of reaching the hotel:

- by private water taxi, you will reach the hotel directly

- by taking the "Venezia Air Terminal" direct bus service, you will reach Piazzale Roma in twenty minutes. From there, the hotel can be easily reached on foot in just 3 minutes by following the fondamenta which runs along the side of the Grand Canal.

By train: Leave the station and you will see the hotel immediately overlooking the Grand Canal: cross the Scalzi Bridge and you will reach the hotel in just 3 minutes.

By car: If you come to Venice by car, you can park in one of the numerous car parks in Piazzale Roma, the car terminal, from where the hotel can be easily reached on foot by following the fondamenta which runs alongside the Grand Canal.