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Hidden in the district of Cannaregio there is the oldest private garden in Venice where Sharon Stone, Paolo Sorrentino, Angelina Jolie and Priscilla Presley walked.
Even the Dalai Lama found comfort in the two thousand square meters of greenery of Nh Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Palazarea of the Dogessurrounded by rich vegetation and shrubs, witnesses of over three centuries of history of the Rizzo-Patarol noble palace that houses the hotel.
The romantic atmosphere of Nh Collection Venezia
Thanks to a restoration work, the 17th century residence, which in the past housed a monastery and the embassy of France and Savoy, shows its guests ancient frescoes, sculptures and paintings that contribute to defining the romantic atmosphere of the five star address.
All enclosed in a precious architectural shell, rich in marble and stucco, inlays and brocades, behind which lies the private green space: a rarity for the city of canals. The creation of him is due to Lorenzo Patarolpassionate about naturalistic sciences and botany who, between 1717 and 1719, created this magical corner in the then cultivable area of the city, called Fondamenta Madonna dell’Orto.
64 rooms in Serenissima style
Today the English-style garden hosts an icebox used in ancient times to store snow and food, as well as the little bridge that connects two hills and becomes a perfect photographic set for couples. From here there is a private pier, from which you can see theMurano islandwhile guests who don’t want to miss a single sunset can reserve the majestic presidential suite.
In addition to those staying at the hotel, outsiders can also access the garden through the Wigwam Club, an association that protects the green spaces of Venice and offers guided tours to discover the hotel’s botanical collection of roses and hydrangeas. The offer of Nh Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi is divided into 64 rooms whose style is inspired by the traditional architecture of the Serenissima.
High ceilings, glass chandeliers Muranobathrooms with fine finishes and bed headboards made by local artisans become the classic stylistic feature of the rooms, without giving up the most technological comforts.
The food and wine offer
Those who want to indulge in the pleasures of the palate can enjoy a break at the restaurant The Secret Gardenwith an international offer that winks at the specialties of Venice, while the La Voga bar offers signature cocktails such as the Lady Rose, with Moscato from the Euganean Hills, berries, verbena infusion, mint tea, orange, home-made rose petal syrup and mint leaves.
Suitable for corporate conventions and weddings, Nh Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi offers spaces with an authentic Venetian style with views of the canal and romantic corners.
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