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Monaco & Grand Canal

San Marco 1332
Rated 8.9 in 830 reviews

Monaco & Grand Canal is an elegant hotel situated in the heart of Venice, offering guests a unique blend of comfort and Venetian charm. Nestled alongside the picturesque Grand Canal, this establishment boasts stunning views of the waterway and the vibrant life that surrounds it. The interior reflects the city's rich history and culture, with classic décor and tasteful furnishings that create an inviting atmosphere.

The hotel's accommodations are designed to cater to a wide range of guests, from couples seeking a romantic getaway to families exploring the city's many attractions. Each room features modern amenities while maintaining a sense of traditional Venetian style. Guests can enjoy comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms, and, in many cases, breathtaking views of the canal.

Dining at Monaco & Grand Canal is a delightful experience, with an on-site restaurant offering a menu that celebrates local cuisine. Guests can savor authentic dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, all while enjoying a view of the passing gondolas and charming architecture typical of Venice.

Furthermore, the hotel's prime location places visitors within walking distance of major attractions such as St. Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge, making it an ideal base for exploring the city. With its rich offerings and attention to detail, Monaco & Grand Canal provides a serene retreat in one of the world's most enchanting cities.

Climate and Weather

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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October
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November
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Michelin Restaurants in Venice and near Monaco & Grand Canal

St Mark's Basilica
St Mark's Basilica
Church in Venice, Italy
290m / 310yd
Teatro La Fenice
Teatro La Fenice
Opera house in Venice, Italy
280m / 310yd
St. Mark's Square
St. Mark's Square
Square in Venice, Italy
120m / 130yd
Doge's Palace
Doge's Palace
Palace in Venice, Italy
270m / 300yd
Accademia Gallery
Accademia Gallery
Art museum in Venice, Italy
0.7km / 0.43mi
Ca' d'Oro
Ca' d'Oro
Palace and art gallery in Venice, Italy
1km / 0.59mi
Rialto Bridge
Rialto Bridge
One of four bridges spanning the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy
0.6km / 0.38mi
Ca' Rezzonico
Ca' Rezzonico
Palazzo and art museum in Venice, Italy
0.8km / 0.49mi
Palazzo Grassi
Palazzo Grassi
Palace and museum of arts on the Grand Canal, Venice
0.7km / 0.43mi
Santa Maria della Salute
Santa Maria della Salute
Church in Venice, Italy
230m / 250yd
Marciana National Library
Marciana National Library
Library in Venice, Italy
180m / 190yd
St Mark's Campanile
St Mark's Campanile
Bell tower of St Mark's Basilica in Venice, Italy
240m / 260yd
Museo Correr
Museo Correr
Art museum
140m / 150yd
Basilica of Saints John and Paul
Basilica of Saints John and Paul
Church in Venice, Italy
0.8km / 0.52mi
Venetian Arsenal
Venetian Arsenal
Complex of former shipyards and armories in Venice, Italy
1.3km / 0.83mi
Ca' Pesaro
Ca' Pesaro
Palace and museum in Venice, Italy
1km / 0.63mi
San Francesco della Vigna
San Francesco della Vigna
Roman Catholic church in the Sestiere of Castello in Venice, Italy
1km / 0.65mi
San Giorgio dei Greci
San Giorgio dei Greci
Church in Venice
0.7km / 0.43mi
San Stae
San Stae
Church building in Venice, Italy
1.1km / 0.68mi
Scuola Grande di San Rocco
Scuola Grande di San Rocco
Building in Venice, northern Italy
1km / 0.62mi
Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Church in Venice
0.9km / 0.58mi
Il Redentore
Il Redentore
Roman Catholic church in Venice, Italy
0.9km / 0.53mi
Zecca of Venice
Zecca of Venice
16th century building in Venice
200m / 220yd
San Pietro di Castello
San Pietro di Castello
Church in Venice
1.8km / 1.1mi
Santa Maria Formosa
Santa Maria Formosa
Church in Venice, Italy
0.6km / 0.36mi
Bridge of Sighs
Bridge of Sighs
Bridge over a canal in Venice
360m / 390yd
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Basilica on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice
0.6km / 0.35mi
San Zaccaria
San Zaccaria
Church in Venice
0.6km / 0.34mi
Horses of Saint Mark
Horses of Saint Mark
Ancient bronze horses at the basilica of San Marco, Venice
300m / 330yd
Portrait of the Four Tetrarchs
Portrait of the Four Tetrarchs
Porphyry sculpture group of four Roman emperors outside the St Mark's Basilica in Venice, Italy
300m / 330yd
San Giovanni in Bragora
San Giovanni in Bragora
Church
0.8km / 0.5mi
Santa Maria della Pietà
Santa Maria della Pietà
Church in Venice, Italy
0.6km / 0.4mi
Le Zitelle
Le Zitelle
Church in Venice
0.6km / 0.38mi
I Gesuiti
I Gesuiti
Church in Venice, Italy
1.2km / 0.75mi
Santi Apostoli
Santi Apostoli
Church in Cannaregio, Venice
0.9km / 0.55mi
San Salvador
San Salvador
Church in San Marco, Venice
460m / 0.28mi
San Giacomo di Rialto
San Giacomo di Rialto
Church in Venice, Italy
0.7km / 0.42mi
San Gregorio
San Gregorio
Building in Venice, Italy
280m / 310yd
Madonna dell'Orto
Madonna dell'Orto
Church in Venice, Italy
1.6km / 0.98mi
Santo Stefano
Santo Stefano
Church in venice
440m / 480yd
San Marcuola
San Marcuola
Church
1.3km / 0.82mi
San Samuele
San Samuele
Church building in Venice, Italy
0.7km / 0.42mi
San Geremia
San Geremia
Church in Venice, Italy
1.4km / 0.89mi
San Simeone Piccolo
San Simeone Piccolo
Church in Venice, Italy
1.4km / 0.88mi
Santa Maria degli Scalzi
Santa Maria degli Scalzi
Church in Venice
1.5km / 0.94mi

What to do in Venice and near Monaco & Grand Canal

St Mark's Basilica
St Mark's Basilica
Church in Venice, Italy
290m / 310yd
Teatro La Fenice
Teatro La Fenice
Opera house in Venice, Italy
280m / 310yd
St. Mark's Square
St. Mark's Square
Square in Venice, Italy
120m / 130yd
Doge's Palace
Doge's Palace
Palace in Venice, Italy
270m / 300yd
Accademia Gallery
Accademia Gallery
Art museum in Venice, Italy
0.7km / 0.43mi
Ca' d'Oro
Ca' d'Oro
Palace and art gallery in Venice, Italy
1km / 0.59mi
Rialto Bridge
Rialto Bridge
One of four bridges spanning the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy
0.6km / 0.38mi
Ca' Rezzonico
Ca' Rezzonico
Palazzo and art museum in Venice, Italy
0.8km / 0.49mi
Palazzo Grassi
Palazzo Grassi
Palace and museum of arts on the Grand Canal, Venice
0.7km / 0.43mi
Santa Maria della Salute
Santa Maria della Salute
Church in Venice, Italy
230m / 250yd
Marciana National Library
Marciana National Library
Library in Venice, Italy
180m / 190yd
St Mark's Campanile
St Mark's Campanile
Bell tower of St Mark's Basilica in Venice, Italy
240m / 260yd
Museo Correr
Museo Correr
Art museum
140m / 150yd
Basilica of Saints John and Paul
Basilica of Saints John and Paul
Church in Venice, Italy
0.8km / 0.52mi
Venetian Arsenal
Venetian Arsenal
Complex of former shipyards and armories in Venice, Italy
1.3km / 0.83mi
Ca' Pesaro
Ca' Pesaro
Palace and museum in Venice, Italy
1km / 0.63mi
San Francesco della Vigna
San Francesco della Vigna
Roman Catholic church in the Sestiere of Castello in Venice, Italy
1km / 0.65mi
San Giorgio dei Greci
San Giorgio dei Greci
Church in Venice
0.7km / 0.43mi
San Stae
San Stae
Church building in Venice, Italy
1.1km / 0.68mi
Scuola Grande di San Rocco
Scuola Grande di San Rocco
Building in Venice, northern Italy
1km / 0.62mi
Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Church in Venice
0.9km / 0.58mi
Il Redentore
Il Redentore
Roman Catholic church in Venice, Italy
0.9km / 0.53mi
Zecca of Venice
Zecca of Venice
16th century building in Venice
200m / 220yd
San Pietro di Castello
San Pietro di Castello
Church in Venice
1.8km / 1.1mi
Santa Maria Formosa
Santa Maria Formosa
Church in Venice, Italy
0.6km / 0.36mi
Bridge of Sighs
Bridge of Sighs
Bridge over a canal in Venice
360m / 390yd
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Basilica on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice
0.6km / 0.35mi
San Zaccaria
San Zaccaria
Church in Venice
0.6km / 0.34mi
Horses of Saint Mark
Horses of Saint Mark
Ancient bronze horses at the basilica of San Marco, Venice
300m / 330yd
Portrait of the Four Tetrarchs
Portrait of the Four Tetrarchs
Porphyry sculpture group of four Roman emperors outside the St Mark's Basilica in Venice, Italy
300m / 330yd

About Venice

Venice, Italy, offers a unique blend of history, culture, and stunning architecture that attracts visitors from around the world. Exploring the Canals is essential, as the city's intricate waterways provide a distinctive perspective on its beauty. A gondola ride, while often considered a tourist staple, allows for a leisurely experience of the canals and their surroundings.

The Piazza San Marco is a central hub where visitors can admire the grandeur of St. Mark's Basilica. The basilica, with its intricate mosaics and impressive architecture, is a significant landmark. Nearby, the Doge's Palace offers insight into Venice's political history and features impressive art and architecture, making it a worthwhile visit.

Strolling through the narrow streets and alleys allows for a more intimate experience of the city's charm. The Rialto Bridge is another iconic site, providing picturesque views and access to the bustling markets nearby. Shopping for local goods, especially Murano glass and Burano lace, can be a delightful experience.

The islands of Murano and Burano are also worth the journey. Murano is renowned for its glass-making traditions, while Burano is famous for its brightly colored houses and lace-making. Each island has its own unique character and charm.

Art enthusiasts may find the Peggy Guggenheim Collection particularly appealing, showcasing a remarkable array of modern art. For a taste of local life, consider visiting a bacaro, a traditional Venetian wine bar, where you can sample cicchetti, small snacks that reflect the region's culinary culture.

Finally, taking time to appreciate the sunset over the Grand Canal can provide a serene end to a day of exploration. The interplay of light on the water and the silhouettes of the historic buildings create a memorable scene that encapsulates the essence of Venice.




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