Hotel Antico Doge - a Member of Elizabeth Hotel Group

We stayed at Hotel Antico Doge for three nights in May 2025. We had anticipated there would be some Venice quirky, like sloping floors. Unfortunately, our most expensive hotel stay in our thirty-five days in Italy was memorable, but for all the wrong reasons. When we arrived, we were told that the Air Conditioning was “deactivated”, the following day that became “not working”. We knew from a previous visit to Venice that sleeping with the windows open is an open invitation to the resident mosquito population. Worse yet, our room overlooked a restaurant patio, that closed around 10:00 PM, at which time they started packing up tables and folding chairs. We voiced our concerns to the Resident Manager, and she offered to refund a percentage of the cost. She also offered a fan (which proved to be useless) and a plug-in mosquito repellent, oddly not offered at check-in. As of nine weeks after the offer, no refund has been received, just a lot of stalling. The hotel includes breakfast, it’s not great. The rubbery, steam table scrambled eggs were about the only hot item. If you don’t pick the first sitting and arrive early, the small selection of fresh fruit will be gone, and like many other items, not replenished. The server was unfriendly, spent a lot of time hiding in the back while we, and others sat with empty coffee cups. There is no lift, except the entry stairs that has a handicap platform-type apparatus for wheelchairs. This only provides access to the reception level, the hallways are also quite narrow. Hotel Antico Doge is in a very good location, I wish I had more good things to say about it.

We had a great experience staying at this hotel! Although it's rated as a three-star property, keep in mind that it’s three stars in Venice—which is definitely not the same as a three-star elsewhere. The charm and quality here exceeded our expectations. You won’t find a lot of reviews about this hotel, but I did come across a YouTube vlog by a mother who shared her family stay here. She said it was a really good choice—and she turned out to be absolutely right! We booked a Prestige Room with Canal View and specifically requested Room 101, which we saw on TikTok or YouTube (can't recall exactly where). The photos already impressed us, but the reality was even better. The ceiling was much higher than expected, which gave the room a beautiful, airy feel. The hotel still shows older pictures online, with an outdated TV, but we were happy to find a newer TV already installed. The amenities were excellent—truly some of the best I’ve experienced in a hotel of this category. Breakfast was on the smaller side, but absolutely sufficient. The cakes and pastries were quite decent, and having them in such a beautiful, old-style interior made it feel like we were stepping back in time—in the best way possible. A huge shoutout to the staff, who were all genuinely kind and accommodating. We felt their hospitality in even the smallest gestures, and it was very much appreciated. Lastly, the location is unbeatable—just a short walk from the Rialto Bridge, close to everything. Being so near the heart of Venice made it easy to go out and explore, then return to rest and recharge. It's also conveniently close to shopping areas, which is a nice bonus. All in all, this hotel was a hidden gem. If you're looking for a stay that combines charm, comfort, location, and authentic Venetian vibes, this is a fantastic choice. That mother on YouTube was right—it really is a great choice!