Hotel Flora

I love this surprising and remarkable hotel. I had no idea it would be this amazing. It’s a hidden treasure from the busy Venice streets. I was welcomed with smiles by the owners, the scent of roses is in the air, and a welcoming conversation for me because it was my first time there about the beauty and amenities that Venice has to offer. The location was perfect, you can walk to everything (restaurants, gondolas, shopping, sights) from the hotel. During check in, you have a view of the loveliest private garden, it’s peaceful, a vintage bar stocked with local wines and top shelf spirits is there. I missed the complimentary breakfast unfortunately because I was so happy waking up in the morning from the luxury mattress and bed linens, looking out the Venetian blinds at the Italian rooftops. I couldn’t get up. You will get a personal tour of the hotel as you make your way through the flowers and the pristine designed staircase up to your private room. The staff will make restaurant and experience recommendations and book your dinner reservations also. The room I stayed in was immaculately organized and stocked, clean and the incredible Italian sunshine steamed through my windows with a perfect view of the terracotta rooftops, the dome and the view down to the garden. The mattress was so sleep inducing for me, the room was quiet and peaceful. The bathroom clean and fresh plus well-stocked with luxury local lotions, potions and soaps. I love being in a hotel where I can walk barefoot in my room without feeling crumbs or sand on my feet! Throughout the hotel, there is no view that isn’t beautiful, and every step you notice the details like the wall paper, the light fixtures, the flower vases and books. There is even a record player in the classic bar area spinning Coltrane’s “Blue Train.” I conducted significant online research to find a woman-solo-travel-friendly, 24/7 staffed, centrally located but quiet slightly upscale hotel in Venice, and the experience provided by the hotel exceeded my expectations. I wanted an authentic Venetian experience, and I got it. I highly recommend this hotel for those seeking beauty, comfort, design, lush mattresses and pillows, quiet, good vibes, super clean, and in-house delicious wines and food.