Palazzo Marcello Hotel al Sole in Venice

We had a good stay overall — the location is great, about 15 minutes walking to the Grand Canal, and only 10 minutes from the train station even with luggage. We did everything on foot, no need for public transport. The breakfast was very nice, with good quality items (bread, cheese, ham, yogurt, fruits, eggs, etc.) and coffee machines. The outdoor terrace was lovely, especially in the evening, and the hosts were always welcoming. Our canal-view room was charming to look out from, and having a kettle with tea was a nice touch.

However, the room itself felt quite old and could use some updates — dated decor, dusty curtains, and a few broken lightbulbs. It was extremely hot inside (even in mid-October), and with no AC available, we had to keep the windows open at night, which meant lots of noise and mosquitoes. The shower setup was also awkward and not very comfortable.

Overall, we enjoyed the location, breakfast, and view, but expected a bit more comfort, especially from an upgraded room.

Great location for entering and exiting Venice. It was an 8 min walk from the train station and a 5 minute walk to the taxi stand. Gondolas are right in front of the hotel. Breakfast was very good.