Al Ponte Antico – A Favorite for Families in Venice
About the Hotel
Grand Canal Accommodations
Al Ponte Antico Hotel offers Classic, Superior, Deluxe rooms and Junior Suites, all decorated in Louis XV style with tapestries. Rooms include air conditioning, free WiFi, satellite TV, mini-bar, and safes. Three street-level rooms accommodate guests with reduced mobility. The Junior Suite features a private patio directly on the Grand Canal. Select rooms offer views of the Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal.
Canal-Side Breakfast Terrace
Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 to 10:30 on a shaded terrace overlooking the Grand Canal. The menu includes homemade pastries, marmalade, assorted cold cuts and cheeses, vegetables, eggs, crepes, and seasonal fruit. The terrace also serves as a cocktail venue in the late afternoon.
Private Grand Canal Access
The hotel features a private wharf on the Grand Canal for direct water taxi access. A handful of terrace tables provide panoramic views of the Rialto Bridge and canal activity. Staff provide personalized guidance on Venice's history and culture.
Historic Venice Location
Located in Cannaregio district, the hotel sits directly on the Grand Canal with views of Rialto Bridge. It's steps from Rialto Market, Malibran Theater, Santi Apostoli square, and Santa Maria dei Miracoli church. St. Mark's Square and Doge's Palace are a short walk through the Mercerie shopping streets. The property provides access to less touristy areas of Castello and Cannaregio.
Transportation & Arrival Services
The hotel's private wharf accommodates water taxis from Marco Polo Airport, Santa Lucia train station, or Piazzale Roma car terminal. From Piazzale Roma or train station, take vaporetto line 2 to Rialto stop. From Marco Polo Airport, use Alilaguna shuttle to Rialto. Venice is accessible via highway A4, with parking available in Piazzale Roma garages.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock