Axel Hotel Venezia- Only Adults

The hotel has recently been taken over by the Spanish Axel group which specialises in LBGT hotels. Despite being straight we did not feel uncomfortable; the staff were always cheerful and willing to help. The décor and cleanliness were impossible to criticise and, in fact, small refurbs were being unobtrusively carried out. The hotel only provided breakfast but this was fresh and plentiful. Rooms were large and airy with views over the canal. Situation, at the quiet end of the island of Dursodero, was ideal and only five minutes from the Peggy Guggenheim art gallery.

Staff were very accommodating, great wine at the bar and the hotel restaurant food was fabulous!

Locations was great. Food was as. Welll. Chef is terrific. . Breakfasts was very good as well. LOverly view. From windows.very quiet.

We had ongoing problem with air conditioning. AC was shut off for the season while we were there. Though the staff made every effort to successfully adjust the programming for our room, we could not get the blower to work to provide the temperature we were setting.

Dosoduro is a quieter but very convenient island, and SHG hotel was a great choice. Newly renovated, charming in style, intimate in size, and with good services. Wonderful breakfasts. Room was small like most Europeans ones, and the only thing that was less than stellar was that the bureau did not have any drawers.