Al Ponte Antico Hotel

Matteo and his staff at the Al Ponte Antico are what made this such a special place to stay. Yes, the location is fantastic. Yes, the hotel was very very nice. Yes, the view from the breakfast terrace has to be seen to be believed. And yes, Venice can have that effect on you. But it was the service and the people that made our stay all the more special. Matteo made dinner reservations for us each night at places he suggested and they were always spot on. Drinks and a friendly chat on the terrace of an evening before heading out for... more

My girlfriend and I have been lucky enough to stay in many hotels around the world at our comparatively young age and this is the finest hotel by far. No five star hotel can supply the experience that Al Ponte Antico and its staff do. Rooms were spacious and beautifully appointed with antique furniture, try the junior suite overlooking the grand canal for soemthing extra special. Breakfast was the finest I've had with Matteo on hand to cook omelettes or pancakes filled with anything and everything.The service was brilliant. Matteo was full... more

Magnificent! My wife and I stayed for several days in May. Our room was beautifully decorated and very spacious. Breakfast had all the usual European foods, but with delicious 'made to order' omelettes! Great location, right by the Rialto Bridge. Every day we relaxed with drinks on the terrace overlooking the Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal. BEAUTIFUL! Matteo was the most incredible host, always helpful, friendly, with great recommendations for touring. His restaurant recommendations were EXCELLENT! I wouldn't hesitate to stay... more

What a wonderful experience we had at this hotel! I had read several reviews prior to booking this hotel and they were true! Matteo and all his staff are what make this hotel such a gem! We arrived on May 15th, and were greeted by name and with a warm welcome by the owner himself. In an age where customer service has truly gone out the window, this hotel is an example of the best customer service we have ever received. Matteo was very helpful and informative. He makes you feel like you are the most important client he has ever had.... more

Have just returned from a 3 night stay here and would readily recommend the hotel to everyone. It is ideally located on the Grand Canal with fantastic views from the terrace, day and night (and your room if you're lucky to get the same one as we did). Hotel transfers are usually tedious but if you travel by water taxi from the airport, the transfer to this hotel's private dock is a part of the Venetian experience not to be missed. Despite the central location, our room was spacious and quiet. Matteo is a refined and charming host whose... more

We stayed three nights at this marvelous hotel. It was the most positive hotel experience we have had -- ever. The staff members are like friends, the setting is the best in town, and the room was charming. I would love to stay there again.

Veneto, Italy: No longer a hidden gem. Absolutely Magnificent Date: May 2007 Reviewer: Trip Advisor Member, Greenbrae, California Matteo and Barbara, owners and their staff made us feel like family. Located 300 yards from the Rialto Bridge, which can be seen in full, directly on the Grand Canal with their own private boat dock and patio for breakfast and cocktails, this is the best location in all of Venice. Easily reached by water taxie or Vaporetto from Train station or Airport and return. Rooms are spacious, high... more

I had worried about booking this hotel (recommended by Locanda Orseolo) in case their family hadn't taken it over by the time we arrived. But thankfully Matteo had been installed for a week by then. And he really made the stay perfect. We decided to take the motor taxi from the airport since it was 8.30 at night, and it was great just being dropped off straight at the dock of the hotel. And then to be welcomed so heartily by Matteo, and the night porter Tomasino. After seeing our wonderful room - very large and... more

This hotel has recently - 2 weeks ago - had a change of ownership and is now run by the superbly hospitable Matteo. We had the most idyllic stay in Venice aided by Matteo's passionate knowledge of the city that he is only too willing for you to tap into. Nothing was too much trouble. Fun, friendly and charming service set this hotel apart and surpassed all our expectaions. Sitting on the gem of a terrace with a chilled beer (drinks are very reasonable by Venetian standards) gazing out onto the Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal it is easy... more

Arrived back last night from our 3 night stay at the above hotel. My husband didn't want me to review the hotel as he didn't want everyone else knowing how good it is!!! It has just been taken over by the Peruch family and is run by Matteo with help from Armando, Tomaso, Bruno and Rosalba, and probably others but whose names I didn't get, apologies if I have missed anyone out. We arrived very late on Thursday but had wonderful greeting from Tomaso who helped us to our room, we booked a junior suite with a view of the Grand Canal,... more