Hotel Antiche Figure

The location was perfect. I'm so happy I found something close to the train station as I was coming in with my Mother who uses a cane and so for the most part I was carrying the luggage. I'm thankful we only had to cross the one bridge, one of the largest but still just the one. I can't recommend a better location if you want to be close to transport; this includes the boat taxis as well and the gondolas. The closest grocery mart is a bit of a walk, only 5 minutes if you hustle. The room was excellent in terms of the bed and bedding being extremely comfortable and light, perfect for the hot weather. There was air conditioning that kept the air cool at night and when we came back to our room after a day out it was so refreshing to step inside. The room we had was on the second floor and our windows had no view but looked down into an alley, Which is fine, I didn't need a view from the room. (Not being passive aggressive I promise). And saying that, even though there was an alley the room was surprisingly sound proof and we had no disturbances during the night for our sleep. Everyone who worked here, at the desk, serving drinks, cleaning service were all kind and more than happy to help. Cleaning service was actually extremely kind. Some perspective on location: In the photo I share you can see the train station on the right: long gray building. On the left, the big green domed building is next to the hotel, which you can see to the right of it. Connected by the one large bridge which is made of stairs. FYI all of their bridges are stairs. I had no idea, I had never seen it before. It does make sense though, they'd be too steep otherwise. Listen, if this helps one person I'm happy.

After much consideration over where to stay on our first visit to Venice, and since we were arriving by train, I decided to choose the Hotel Antiche Figura. I'll pat myself on the back, because the hotel turned out to be perfect- for location, beauty, amenities, and especially for the best staff ever! The hotel is located across the Grand Canal from Venezia Santa Lucia station. We stepped out into the madness that is Venice, and only had to navigate the crowds (Tourism is back, folks! Especially on Easter Week!), avoid the wanna-be persistent porters (but they COULD be very helpful IF luggage help is needed) and make the short walk to our lodging. The hotel is intimate, rooms are beautifully decorated, and the lobby bar is convenient. The canal-side seating outside is perfect for people watching- morning with coffee and evening with a Spritz. There is a gondola stand right outside (and kudos to our final night gondolier, Antonio, for the best wrap up to our Venice trip!) The staff is exemplary! Friendly and helpful from arrival to departure. They set up water taxis for us, gave excellent tips for everything from vaporetto route directions to Covid testing. The breakfast buffet is good, their hard working kitchen staff works overtime to make you happy. And it seems every staff member has coffee skills, at all times of day or night. Great cocktails as well. They offer a free trip via water taxi to Murano for a glass blowing demonstration. Very nice, and no, you don't have to purchase anything (especially the incredible, but pricey, artworks. FYI: the end of the tour has the necklaces and other affordable items). You will have to take a vaporetto (local water bus) to get back to Venice proper. The staff and management at Hotel Antiche Figura is top notch! Gianni, Francesca, Alessandro and Antonio and the entire crew made our stay a perfect one! Grazie mille! If we ever get to return to this gorgeous city, we would definitely stay here again.

We truly loved our stay at Hotel Antiche Figure. We had a wonderful room overlooking the canal and all the activity on both sides. From the moment we checked in we felt genuine warmth and hospitality from everyone on staff - front desk, bar, breakfast servers and the lovely lady who cleaned our room. This place exudes authenticity and the best of Venetian hospitality. We left Venice by train from Santa Lucia station and were so happy that it is only a five minute walk across the bridge from the hotel. We highly recommend this lovely place.

Wonderful friendly staff, they tell and suggest everything. They try and give their best. This is visible, since the hotel is small, but the level is maintained. The room is small, but enough for 2 adults and one child. The location is excellent, near the railway station, bus station, river transport. The price includes a free tour of the glass factory - a wonderful experience. Breakfasts are organized well and in full, even in such a small area.

Charming traditional venetian hotel, perfectly located on the canal across from the train station where you can catch the Vaparetto to any part of the city. The rooms are cheerful and nicely appointed, with a modern bath, and the breakfast is beyond compare—so large it extends to from the dining room to the small bar. The bar opens up to cafe tables outside where you can have a drink and watch the world go by. But the best part of Antiche Figure is its wonderful staff, who genuinely treat you like you’re house guests. They’re helpful, good natured, friendly and a delight to share your stay with.