Hotel Metropole,4 Star Hotel, Santa Lucia,Venice

Hotel Metropole in Venice

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Riva degli Schiavoni 4149 - 30122 - Venice

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The place that is now the 4 star Hotel Metropole, has a long historical background.
A painting by De Barbari dating back to 1500 documents the existence of a building corresponding to that of the Hotel. In that period the long area of the Riva degli Schiavoni, anciently named "della Pietà", accomodated one of the major orphanages of Venice.
Towards the end of the XVII century, the Metropole palace became enriched by a small church where Antonio Vivaldi (1678 - 1741) usually gave lessons to the young girls, who were staying in the orphanage. It was really between 1703 and 1740 that the master composed some of his most celebrated masterpieces such as the "Quattro stagioni".
From 1700 the property endured numerous restoration works. They decided to build a new church, larger than the existing one: the task of this project was entrusted to Giorgio Massari who designed the present Church della Pietà which is adjacent to the Hotel.
During 1880, following a further restoration, the building was turned into a hotel. 15 years later Sigmund Freud (the king of psychoanalysts in that period in Venice) stayed here in the "Casa Kirsch", this was than the name of the hotel. Freud wrote to his wife Martha "You won't receive many description. It is not possible to do so, as Venice is so intoxicating".
In 1897 the Hotel Metropole appears on the list of the hotels recommended by the "Pocket Guide of Venice and it's interior" by A. Muller.
The historical event which has its place in the course of the 20th century also left its mark here: following the modifications imposed to the denomination of the hotels in the name of the italianization, in 1939 the Hotel became Metropole and from then was for some years transformed into a military hospital, returning to its original use straight after the World War II.
From 1970 the Beggiato family turned the Hotel Metropole into a unique hotel in Venice, where the atmosphere based on its history is wisely measured out in a context of research and charm.
The love for art, for antiquities and for beautiful items, has always distinguished the Beggiato family. Notable family collections appear, resplendent in the showcases of the hotel: from differing ages, recuperated with a patient and competent work of visiting cards to that of corkscrews.
The Beggiato family, have created a refined, subtle and nostaglic atmosphere that is not out place with the air of a "Reserche of lost time". Moreover, Proust was also a famous guest of the Hotel.

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Entrance	Junior Suite	Suite	Romantic Suite	Lobby	Lobby
Bar	Garden	Room terrace	Restaurant	Tea time	Breakfast room

Hotel Facilities:

The style of decoration and fittings verify this, from the restaurant room the "Met" where everything is a reminder of music: between the beautiful original columns of the chapel, musical instruments from different ages are exhibited.
The harmonious notes continue through to the adjoining Venetian lounge, with its warm red velvets which are reflected in the antique mirrors, and from there to the windows in the direction of the Bacino san Marco.
Our conference hall "Room of Theatre" is facing onto the garden with its antique Venetian wells, and can accommodate up to 100 people in space according to requirements.
Pavement is in marble and windows display with small antique collections give an intimate and relaxing ambience. Technical equipment provided: Luminous blackboard, Presentation board, Slide projector. Video player VHS, Telephone and internet connection, Stereo installation, Microphone.
On request we can provide whatever type of technical equipment required.
A break from work, or a coffee break in the freshness of our garden can be a very pleasurable moment.
The concierge are at your disposition 24 hours a day, they can offer: Reconfirm national and international flights,Train reservation
Organise individual excursions with water taxis or gondolas, Change bank notes or Traveller's Cheque, opening hours of exhibitions and museums, acquire daily newspapers, both national and foreign, acquire stamps, organise guided visits to monuments by qualified personnel, obtain medical assistance (including qualified person for massages in your room).
Organise babysitting service.

Room Facilities:

Each room is equipped with:
· Private bathroom
· TV
· TV Sat
· Direct telephone line
· Air Conditioning
· Minibar
· Safe box
· Hairdryer
· Room service
· Internet access
· Sound-proofed windows
· Laundry Service