Antique hotel on the edge of Venice's Grand Canal

Perched on the edge of Venice’s iconic Grand Canal, Residenza d’Epoca San Cassiano is a historic 14th-century villa that blends Venetian charm with refined elegance.

Housed in the former Ca’ Favretto palace, once home to 19th-century painter Giacomo Favretto, the hotel features antique furnishings, Murano glass chandeliers, and 30+ air-conditioned rooms, some with stunning canal views. Located in the quiet Santa Croce district, it is just a five-minute walk from Rialto Bridge and conveniently connected to St. Mark’s Square and Santa Lucia Train Station via Vaporetto.

Guests start the day with a buffet breakfast in the Piano Nobile dining hall, complete with a terrace overlooking the canal. Afterward, explore Venice’s famous markets, historic streets, and the nearby Erbaria neighborhood filled with traditional bacari and cicchetti. Book a ride on the Grand Canal and make the transportation easy with near direct access to the waterways, otherwise, some more nearby attractions include Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo, Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs.