Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa by Ramsey Qubein

Bauer Palladio Hotel and Spa is a newcomer to Venice’s storied hostelry scene, but its young status is a tough match for some of the city’s old timers. Located on the prestigious Giudecca Island, guests can take advantage of the incredible location and immediate access from the city’s vaporetto network (just steps from the front door). In addition, the hotel offers its own environmentally friendly eco solar boat to Piazza San Marco.

The facilities
 
The historically restored entrance is a sublime introduction to the historic character of this building, a former hospital to young women in need. The interior courtyards were kept intact, and the amazingly large garden is a major draw for guests who enjoy the respite from the city’s crowd while enjoying breakfast or a drink.
 
The hotel is expanding into a building on the other side of the peaceful garden in addition to a restored palazzo next door, which will more than double the existing room count. Guests from the sister Bauer Hotel have signing privileges at the restaurant and extensive spa here, which includes a sauna, steam room, and a menu of beauty and massage treatments. The restaurant serves meals throughout the day, but the breakfast and dinner menus are the most expansive.

The rooms
 
Guest rooms are restored from their ancient glory with renewed wooden ceiling beams, polished hardwood floors with glorious woven carpets, modern flat-screen cable TVs, wireless high speed internet access, and duvet-topped beds. The most prized rooms overlook the Canale della Giudecca and Piazza San Marco and its surrounding glory in complete view. Other rooms overlook the hotel’s vast gardens and courtyard with peaceful splendour. All rooms feature minibars, safes, robes, slippers, and turndown service.
 
This property attracts high-brow travellers looking for the perfect blend between old and new. Venice’s charm lies in its waterways and long-distance vistas, and this hotel provides the perfect vantage point from which to enjoy them. Modern amenities coupled with a beautifully restored structure make this property a gem for eager visitors to Venice.