I was thrilled that I was able to reserve the only room that has a balcony... and it overlooks the canal. The air conditioning was excellent.
The food in the restaurant was superb, and the service was top-notch, plus you get a 20% discount as a hotel guest, and you can dine at a table right along the canal in front of the hotel.
It's only a few minutes walk to the stop for the Number 1 Boat, which is one of the major routes along the Grand Canal going in both directions, and it is also an easy walk to many of the wonderful sights of Venice.
The staff was very professional, friendly, and helpful.
Best of all: for the services provided and prime location, this hotel was amazingly affordable.
I would highly recommend to anybody.