The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice,

01 January 2023

Venice, Italy – The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice, facing the majestic Santa Maria della Salute and steps from Piazza San Marco and La Fenice Theatre, was transformed into its current Gothic shape by the Pisani family in 1475 and became the private residence of the Doge of Venice, Andrea Gritti, in 1525. In the centuries that followed, it was home to other noble families and illustrious visitors before being converted into a luxury hotel in 1895. In 1947, The Gritti Palace was bought by CIGA (Compagnia Italiana Grandi Alberghi), to which The Luxury Collection brand traces its roots.

A refined version of its iconic self

The Gritti Palace is renowned for its discreet residential luxury and unparalleled service and is the place in the heart of Venice where generations of global travellers and influencers have gathered to experience the city’s social and cultural scene. The design of the hotel’s restored interiors was inspired by its historical role as a private residence, a centre for celebration, and a patron of the arts.

Following a complete restoration in 2013, The Gritti Palace features 61 luxurious guest rooms and 21 sumptuous suites, including suites with impressive canal views. The interior design of signature suites is inspired by renowned personalities – such as Ernest Hemingway, Somerset Maugham and John Ruskin, who have left their indelible mark on the hotel and the city, or references to emblematic locations such as Punta della Dogana which represent the cultural and artistic roots of Venice and The Gritti Palace. The unique two-story Redentore Suite spans 76 square meters with an intimate reception room, a spacious bedroom, a living room with dining area, and a spectacular rooftop terrace measuring 250 square metres, featuring a spa pool, relaxed entertaining spaces and extraordinary panoramic views of the lagoon and the city.

Cloaked in rich period colours, the restored rooms and suites feature local design elements including Venetian tapestries and velvets, unique pieces of furniture such as long Rococò couches, handcrafted Girandole mirrors, Murano glass chandeliers, as well as exquisite reproductions of rare Rubelli archival fabrics. Local and historical artwork is also showcased at The Gritti Palace with treasured antiques, exuding a distinctive and enveloping Venetian atmosphere.

The Gritti Palace’s famous terrace Riva Lounge, overlooking the Grand Canal, continues to be the social hub of Venice, designed to bring back the elegant Art Deco-style wooden decks of Italian yachts in the 1930s, with polished wood and gleaming stainless-steel details. The Club del Doge Restaurant celebrates Venetian culinary traditions and features regional specialties. The splendid Bar Longhi, with its exquisite etched Venetian mirror walls, features some of the best cocktails in Venice, an outstanding soufflé menu, as well as a Venetian Cicchetti experience, ideal for sharing and late-night lounging.

The Gritti Epicurean School is the hotel's renowned cooking school which has hosted the city's social elite of Venice and international guests for wine tastings, cooking workshops and celebrations since 1975. The school continues to be the place to learn, taste and celebrate, offering a journey into the local culinary experience.

As part of the renewed arrival experience, The Explorer’s Library pays homage to The Gritti Palace’s rich literary legacy, featuring travel curiosities, antiques and rare books as well as classics by renowned writers, such as Ernest Hemingway and Somerset Maugham, who have resided at the hotel over the years.

For more information about The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice, please visit thegrittipalace.com

About The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts

The Luxury Collection® is comprised of world-renowned hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world's most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination's charms and treasures. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA® brand as a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 120 of the world's finest hotels and resorts in more than 35 countries and territories. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world's finest. For more information and new openings, visit theluxurycollection.com or follow Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The Luxury Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

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