Hotel Al Ponte Mocenigo

The Hotel Al Ponte Mocenigo is a romantic dream—and a splurge to consider. A private home lovingly converted into a two-star hotel in 2005, it’s got its own bridge entrance (the "Ponte Mocenigo"), plus a courtyard teeming with columns, Roman sculptures and scattered café tables.

It should come as no surprise that the Mocenigo’s owner used to be an antiques dealer. He’s packed the 16th-century palazzo with extra touches both inside and out.

Quick read

Pros: A bridge entrance. Gorgeous rooms. Friendly service.

Cons: Ground-floor rooms get less light. Thin walls.

Rooms

Both “superior” and “standard” rooms (10 in all) are styled à la Venetian, complete with parquet floors, creamy painted or damask walls and polished antique armoires. They're also bursting with gilding, brocade and Murano glass.

All rooms at the Al Ponte Mocenigo are equipped with air conditioning, a telephone, satellite TV and minibar. Superior rooms are located on the first floor and boast Murano glass chandeliers and rich fabric-covered walls.

Bathrooms

The bathrooms are clean, large and tiled with marble. Seven rooms have bathtubs, while three are equipped with showers. All rooms offer a hair dryer and toiletries.

Hotel

A red-and-white tiled reception hall features wood-beamed ceilings, a marble-topped desk and a cozy bar (which stays open to soothe cabernet cravings until 10 p.m.).

A continental breakfast is included in the room rate. Wi-Fi is free throughout.

Value

The Hotel Al Ponte Mocenigo is not an Editor's Pick because it's a bit too spendy. That said, it's worth the splurge if you're looking for something extra special.