Gianni at the front desk was so helpful upon arrival, giving us maps and information about the neighborhood, and offering suggestions on restaurants and tours. The hotel has a complimentary boat trip to Murano to visit a glass factory, and this was very nice - an interesting up-close look at glass-blowing, and then a tour of the glass shops with no pressure to buy whatsoever. Francesca at the front desk was also a gem, and everyone working at this hotel had a smile and greeted you with a "buongiorno" each day. The breakfast buffet was exceptional, with many choices available including a variety of pastries, coffee cakes, hard-boiled eggs and salads, meats and cheese, yogurt, fruits, juices and coffees/tea. It was a lovely display each morning, and the staff was very eager to please. The hotel was delightful, our room was quite large, and the location is unbeatable! As much as you may have heard that Venice is a maze of streets and one could easily become lost, we never had difficulty returning to our hotel since the many yellow signs pointing out FERROVIA provided the proper direction to the Grand Canal and Hotel Antiche Figure. I enjoyed my stay at this hotel, and have no qualms about recommending it to others. Also, we took a 2-hour walking tour through Viator called "Tour of the Real Hidden Venice" that was guided by Niko, who provided excellent commentary and stories from a native Venetian. We visited the areas of Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto, and this tour meets right in front of the hotel at 10:00am. Niko also provided recommendations for a few restaurants. I recommend this tour and you may also find it welcome since most of Venice was very crowded (mid-October) and this walking tour visited streets/squares that were so quiet and quaint, with what appeared to be more local residents than tourists.
Jayne
Oktober 2024
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.
Leah
Oktober 2023
The rooms were spacious enough, and the beds were very comfortable. The bathtub for a shower area is to be expected in quintessential Europe. The breakfast spread was more than ample--our septuagenarian mother, for whom this trip was a gift, was particularly happy with it. The heart of this atmospheric hotel, which is located across the Santa Lucia Station and along the Grand Canal in the Santa Croce district, is its warm, friendly, always ready to help, hardworking staff, led by Francesca, Gianni, and Davide at the reception desk. A coin-operated laundromat, with several washing machines and tumblers or driers, is just 100 meters or so away from the hotel.
Mynes
November 2024
Staying at Hotel Antiche Figure was an absolute delight! The location is perfect—right on the Grand Canal and just a 3-minute walk from the train station, making it incredibly convenient, especially in Venice, where dragging luggage over cobblestone streets and bridges can be challenging. Our room had a stunning view of the Grand Canal, and watching the sunset from the window was truly magical. The hotel is also in a prime spot, with a gondola station, water taxis, and water buses right in front, making it incredibly easy to explore the city. The staff was exceptionally friendly, and the breakfast was great—a wonderful way to start the day. For a first-time visitor to Venice, this hotel is strategic, charming, and incredibly well-located. Couldn’t be happier with our stay—thank you for an amazing experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chee
Maret 2025
The location is excellent. It is right in front of the train station and also next to ferry, water bus stops, and airport lines. Basically no matter which public transport method you take, it is always easy to find. The hotel is also not far away from the highlights like Doge`s Palace, San Marco square and Ponte di Rialto.
Dantong
Januari 2025
Ideal location close to the main entry point to Venice (train 3 mins walk, bus/taxi 5 mins walk). Although near to a very busy part of the city, the hotel is quiet and in a beautiful area. All main tourist attractions are within walking distance or from the nearby Vaparetto (water bus) service. Hotel spotlessly clean, staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms are a good size, some with a view over the Grand canal. Breakfast buffet extensive and fresh. Nothing was too much trouble for staff. We took advantage of the free visit to Murano offered with the accommodation - private water taxi there and back, glass making demonstration with no obligation to purchase (though we did purchase a souvenir which was worth the price of the visit.
Steve
Maret 2025
It is some years since I have stayed over in Venice, since when travelling to Italy - which I now do regularly, to visit my wife's family - I almost always use a favourite hotel in Padua. But for various reasons I needed on this occasion to find a centrally located albergo for one night's stopover in La Serenissima. The Antiche Figure was in every respect a delightful discovery and I enjoyed my night's stopover there very much. The staff were notably friendly and welcoming (not always the case in Venice), and the hotel itself seemed small but perfectly formed. I enjoyed my comfortable room, furnished in pleasing Italian antique style (which offered a side view from its window onto the Grand Canal), and the breakfast buffet offered this solo traveller good choice. The location, opposite the train station and 10 minutes' walk from Piazzale Roma, is hard to beat.
Alex
Desember 2024
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.
Christine
Oktober 2024
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.
Andriy
Agustus 2024
This hotel is conviniently located so that you do not need to carry your luggage far from city parking garage and if you are coming by train it is right opposite the main train station. At the same time you are in the canal with gondola station in front of the hotel. The hotel is perfectly clean decorated in venetian style. It also has room with balcony overlooking the canal. The size of the room is enough for the couple to enjoy their stay. It is easy to reach other sights in the old town.
Silvija
Februari 2024