Hotel Antiche Figure

Hotel Antiche Figure provides guests with a secluded Venetian ambiance by blending old-world charm and contemporary convenience. Located at the top of the Grand Canal facing Santa Lucia railway station, this boutique hotel provides a memorable location in which to explore the city. Its unpretentious size, Grand Canal frontage, and original features make it stand out among Venice's boutique hotels.

Location & Arrival

Situated within the Santa Croce sestiere, Hotel Antiche Figure has a privileged position on the Grand Canal, directly opposite the Santa Lucia railway station. Guests approach by crossing the Scalzi Bridge and walking a short way down to the hotel frontage. Its proximity to Piazzale Roma, the bus terminus and central transport hub, also means airport, railway, and harbor connections are readily accessible.

The hotel is located in an older part of Venice where guests can depart on foot or by vaporetto to major locations. The benefit of being close to primary points of arrival—walking distance from the station—recommends it as an ideal point of arrival for guests to Venice.

History & Building Character

Antiche Figure is located in a 15th-century palazzo that once featured Renaissance frescoes known as "Antiche Figures," which named the hotel. Though much of the original work was later removed from the façade, the hotel retains the dignified look of a Venetian palace over the canal. Inside, the design strives to recreate the dialogue of past and present, blending period subtlety with modern convenience. The result is a boutique atmosphere based on local heritage and architectural tradition.

Rooms & Interior Offerings

This hotel consists of around 22 rooms, most of which have partial or direct views of the Grand Canal, gondola mooring, and the Scalzi Bridge. Its higher-end rooms—such as De Luxe Rooms and Junior Suites—boast damask textiles, Murano glass trimmings, and gold-leaf embellishment. Certain of its rooms in a nearby annex include canopy beds or hydromassage showers for a more indulgent or romantic atmosphere.

Standard amenities in all rooms are marble bathroom, flat-screen TV, complimentary WiFi, safety deposit box, and air conditioning. The rooms are furnished with wooden furniture, traditional Venetian design elements, and mirrors. The facility hopes to balance elegance, comfort, and old-world look and feel without too much embellishment.

Services & Guest Experience

Guests begin each day with a generous buffet breakfast served in a sunny breakfast area. The hotel has a Garden Bar with a roof terrace overlooking the canal, perfect for cocktail time. There are staff members who are on duty 24 hours a day, providing concierge services, excursions, arrangements for transfers, ticket reservations, and storing luggage. 

Additional amenities are laundry service, room service, and special assistance. According to numerous visitors, the service is personalized and attentive, which helps a lot in leaving a good impression.

Awards often compliment the professionalism and courtesy of the hotel personnel, to the point that they compare the reception to that of a more rated hotel. Cleanliness, comfort, and friendly tone are also frequent compliments in guest reviews.

Local Attractions & Surroundings

Hotel Antiche Figure's location makes it within walking distance to most Venetian attractions. It is close to the Basilica dei Frari, Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and the Jewish Ghetto. A ten-minute stroll will lead visitors to Ca' Pesaro (museum of modern art), Rialto Bridge, and the Venice Casino. Piazza San Marco can be covered on foot in approximately 30 minutes or accessed more easily by vaporetto through the Grand Canal, passing under Scalzi and Rialto bridges.

Since it overlooks the canal, tourists can also enjoy the rhythm of water traffic, gondolas, and passing light from the perspective of their rooms or from the terrace bar.

Conclusion

Hotel Antiche Figure provides a sophisticated option for visitors who want to enjoy a boutique Venetian hotel with canal views, historic character, and ideal location. Its size is small enough that it can provide intimate attention, but many rooms have views out over the Grand Canal and the city's life in motion. For train arrivals or for those who want a calm but central spot, this hotel welcomes arrivals in Venice into the act.