This little boutique hotel blew us away, way beyond our expectations. With European rooms generally much smaller than US, We expected a small room but were surprised to find a large comfortable well appointed room with all modern amenities and a large bathroom.. The hotel was immaculately maintained (from the cozy lobby, the guest area with a tiny fountain and the comfortable dining area). I was impressed with the attention to detail (my son left hand prints on the glass door accidentally and it was gone before we returned back from our room in a few minutes).
The room was very cozy and draped in tasteful fabric, the beds were comfortable and the bathroom was huge and modern with a hot tub shower and bidet. The entire room looked liked it had been newly upgraded. The view from the room is amazing especially if you are on the top floors. You can see San Marco Campanile (bell tower) from your room. (see pics)
Every attraction including St. Mark's Square, Rialto, Doge palace are within a 10-15 minute walking distance. There are 2 good restaurants on the square outside, gondola and luxury shopping is 5 minutes away on Calle Drio la chiesa. The hotel is about 15 minute walk from the water bus (vaporetto) stop on Rialto (A), you can also take a water taxi right to the hotel lobby which we did not use. Breakfast was included with the room and had an extensive selection of breads, fruits, meat, pastries, yogurt, juices and even prosecco (which I have rarely seen included in complimentary breakfast). Several choices of coffee is also included with it which you can order. The hotel has a small bar that is open in the evenings.
The staff was very helpful and were available to answer all our questions. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Duodo palace and looked forward to returning to the luxury and comfort of our room after a long day of sightseeing.
We will definitely stay here again.
