Al Ponte MocenigoEditor's Pick

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

The fact that the owner of the two-star Mocenigo used to be an antiques dealer will not come as a surprise. He’s packed the 16th-century palazzo with extra touches both inside and out. 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.).

Both “superior” and “standard” rooms (10 in all) are styled a 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 have cable TV, telephone and air conditioning.

Sparkling clean bathrooms are large and tiled with marble. Seven rooms have bathtubs, while three are equipped with showers.

A continental breakfast is included in the room rate. Wi-Fi is offered for free throughout the hotel (an Internet station is also available for guests to use for free). If you’re really in the mood to splurge, you can take a boat directly to the hotel from the train station.

» Annie Shapero

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.