Hotel Al Ponte Dei Sospiri – A Favorite for Families in Venice
About the Hotel
Historic Palace Accommodations
Hotel Al Ponte Dei Sospiri occupies a historic building 30 meters from St. Mark's Square. Each room includes a mini fridge, safe, air conditioning, LCD TV, and free Wi-Fi. The Junior Suite Ducale features a balcony overlooking the Bridge of Sighs with a four-poster bed and Murano glass chandelier. The Junior Suite Gritti has a small balcony facing Rio di Palazzo Ducale with marble bathroom and American-style shower. Two connecting rooms are available: Junior Suite Casanova with Bridge of Sighs view and Junior Suite Mocenigo with canal view.
In-Room Breakfast Service
Breakfast is served daily in guest rooms with options including cakes, pastries, brioche, jams, toasted bread, fresh bread, yogurt, cereals, cheeses, cold cuts, omelets, and fresh fruit salad. Gluten-free options are available upon request. All'Angelo Art Café, located steps from the hotel, offers Venetian cicchetti and a selection of wines by the glass from 11:30 AM to midnight.
Venetian Experience Activities
The hotel arranges bacaro tours of traditional Venetian taverns for aperitifs and cicchetti. Venetian rowing lessons with professional instructors are available to learn traditional techniques. Kayak tours provide eco-sustainable exploration of Venice's canals. Private gondola rides and water taxi transfers can be arranged through the concierge.
Central Venice Location
The hotel is located 30 meters from St. Mark's Square, Doge's Palace, and St. Mark's Bell Tower. It has a private water taxi landing with direct views of the Bridge of Sighs. From Marco Polo Airport, take a shuttle bus to Piazzale Roma, then vaporetto Line 1 or 2 to Rialto or San Marco stops. The Rialto Bridge is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Concierge & Additional Services
24-hour staff provides assistance with fax services, boarding pass printing, and tour arrangements. Pets are welcome with a Pet Welcome package including bowls, hygienic bags, and sleeping mat. The hotel offers soundproof windows, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Private water taxi transfers take 15-20 minutes directly to the hotel landing.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor