Name: Duodo Palace Hotel
Address: Venice, IT
Price range: From $443

Duodo Palace Hotel, VeniceDuodo Palace Hotel in Venice, Italy has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 76 of 113 hotels we score in Venice. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction. Rooms from about $443 a night (cached, not a live quote).Duodo Palace Hotel occupies a historic three-storey building from 1910 in a quiet corner of central Venice, about two minutes' walk from St Mark's Square, with its own canal water entrance. Rooms have been renovated in a modern style while the building keeps its traditional character, and guests get Wi-Fi, minibars and two bars on site. The hotel welcomes pets and families, and staff are known for being friendly and helpful. It suits travellers who want to be close to the main sights but away from the noise. One thing to note: guests must hand in a physical room key at reception when going out.What stands out

Two minutes from St Mark's Square

Quiet despite central position

Friendly English-speaking staff

Pet friendly with canal entrance

Watch out for

Physical room key must be left at reception

Rates start around $443 per night

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