The heirs of a Venetian architect have transformed his former residence, located on the third and top floors of a palace along the Grand Canal, into an elegant B&B. It retains the classic style of its former owner—most of the furniture was his, including an 18th-century briarwood bureau, an original icon, as well as 18th- and 19th-century art. The five rooms and two suites have views of either the Grand Canal or a side canal—or in the case of the smallish Room 6, rooftops from a terrace twice the size of the room. A rich breakfast, including select cheeses and meats from local producers, is served in a salon overlooking the Grand Canal. There's also an attic apartment option for groups or small families. Pros: Historic residence with Grand Canal views, helpful staff. Con: A bit of a walk from the vaporetto stop to the hotel.
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