Old is new again in Venice. And by old, think 14th century at this absolutely opulent slice of Venice’s past glory.

Located on Riva degli Schianovi, Hotel Danieli will capture your beating heart.

The Hotel Danieli, Venice, is comprised of three palaces, the oldest owing its foundations to the 1400s. The site of regal meetings, scandalous love affairs, and the death of far too many a bottle of prized wine.

From Superior Singles to the Royal Suite, each of the 225 rooms is decked out in a modern/gothic style, thanks to an overwhelming respect for heritage during a 2008 makeover. Depending on your tastes, choose either of the three palaces to suite how classic, or contemporary, you'd like to go.

Between boat trips and poking through markets, make sure and take in at least one meal at all three Danieli eateries — each a treat in their own right.

Rate: From EUR 332.72pn + tax