NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi

NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi feels like stepping into a Venetian fairy tale — and I mean that in the best possible way. This five-star palazzo sits right in Cannaregio, tucked away from the tourist madness but still incredibly well-connected to everything you’d want to see. The building itself is this gorgeous converted palace that somehow manages to feel both grand and intimate at the same time. You know what really struck me? The way they’ve preserved the original architecture while making everything feel completely modern and comfortable.

The Cannaregio Advantage

Here’s something most tourists don’t realize — Cannaregio is actually where you want to be if you’re looking for authentic Venice without sacrificing convenience. The hotel sits near Madonna dell’Orto church, which means you’re in this lovely residential area where actual Venetians live and work. I could walk to the Rialto Bridge in about fifteen minutes, but more importantly, I discovered some incredible local bacari (wine bars) just around the corner that I never would have found staying near San Marco. The vaporetto stop is close enough that getting around is easy, but far enough that you’re not dealing with crowds every time you step outside.

Luxury Accommodations

The rooms at NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi are honestly some of the most comfortable I’ve experienced in Venice — and trust me, that’s saying something given how challenging hotel rooms can be in these historic buildings. The beds are incredibly comfortable (apparently other guests agree, because the hotel gets rave reviews for this), and the rooms feel spacious by Venetian standards. Many overlook either the internal courtyard or the canal, and the soundproofing is excellent. The bathrooms are modern and well-appointed, with that perfect balance of luxury touches without being over-the-top.

Breakfast Worth Waking Up For

I’ll be honest — hotel breakfast in Italy can be hit or miss, but this place really gets it right. They offer everything from traditional Italian pastries and coffee to American options, plus they actually have solid vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. The buffet setup is elegant without being stuffy, and the quality is genuinely impressive. What I loved most was being able to grab a proper cappuccino and cornetto before heading out to explore, knowing I was starting the day well-fed without having to hunt down a decent cafe first thing in the morning.

Why Guests Love It

The location score of 8.8 really tells the story here — couples especially seem to appreciate how this hotel gives you the best of both worlds. You’re staying in luxury accommodations in a genuine Venetian neighborhood, but you’re not sacrificing access to the major sights. The staff clearly knows the area well and can point you toward experiences you might miss otherwise. It’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re living in Venice rather than just visiting it, which honestly makes all the difference when you’re trying to soak up the magic of this incredible city.

The concierge service in Venice arranges sunrise gondola shoots, private basilica openings, and chef-led cicchetti trails.

NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi Accommodations

Reviews of NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi

• Yuliya from Netherlands – 18 February 2025 (9/10)

  Very comfortable bed and beautiful unique room design. Great staff at the reception. Fantastic garden, please don’t miss out to check it as well as the view from its boat stop.
  
  What could be improved: The bathroom was very cold (we visited in January and its was really cold outside).

• David from United Kingdom – 12 January 2025 (9/10)

  Location is fantastic! Lovely streets/canals nearby and away from the main tourist thoroughfare. Still really easy to get to everything on foot. The room was very big, comfortable with a modern style, which makes a change for Venice. Front desk staff are really helpful, polite and efficient.
  
  What could be improved: Cleaners started a little too early in the morning.

• Muller from France – 5 January 2025 (9/10)

  Perfect place very good staff excellent
  
  What could be improved: The service during the breakfast wasn't that great but the food very good

• Oproiu from Romania – 4 January 2025 (9/10)

  Hotel and staff were great. Location is also very good, out of the crowds in a more quiet area with great local restaurants..
  
  What could be improved: Everything was great. We went over NYE and if there is one thing I would change is the NYE dinner. The food was not great and for something so festive as a gala, I think table is service is better than buffet. The starters were great, but for mains we only had risotto and lasagna, not very glamorous.

• Fatmah from Kuwait – 28 December 2024 (9/10)

  The room was huge everything was perfect
  
  What could be improved: It was a little bit noisy since our room was on the 1st floor and we can see the lobby

• Yasmeen from Saudi Arabia – 20 November 2024 (9/10)

  The staff were very nice and helpful
  
  What could be improved: Location is far from the center but still has a nice area close by

• Stephanie from United States – 13 October 2024 (8/10)

  Continental breakfast was good and they had many choices
  
  What could be improved: Air conditioning was turned off for season and room was hot so we had to sleep with windows open and mosquitoes kept us up most of night

• Natanya from United Kingdom – 20 September 2024 (9/10)

  The staff were so so friendly and amazingly helpful, they really made our trip with their friendly demeanour and food and activity recommendations. The location was fantastic and the ferry service was incredible too!
  
  What could be improved: I feel like the breakfast could have been better, the little sandwiches were nice but maybe more authentic sausages and mushrooms, scrambled or fried eggs etc. and more variety. The pain au chocolat were very nice though!

• Tony from United States – 20 September 2024 (7/10)

  Nice building
  
  What could be improved: Bedroom were bare, bathrooms just about adequate

• Diego from Brazil – 30 March 2024 (9/10)

  The hotel is gorgeous! Very cozy! The location is great; near good restaurants! The staff is amazing! Besides all that, my wife loved the bathroom. She said that it was made for women! There was a very good hair dryer and a mirror specially made for her to put makeup on.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to say here! Everything was great!

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