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                <title>Hotel Monaco Grand Canal</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[A four star luxury hotel that perfectly blends old and new. My parents and I had a fantastic stay here a few months ago.  Elegant, yet understated where it needs to be, this hotel offers all the common amenities plus a choice between modern rooms and traditional ones that we found really accommodating.  The location right on the grand canal and the views from the restaurant are absolutely spectacular and a reason to stay there in itself. The restaurant is definitely elegant, and actually surprisingly good since it is a tourist attraction within one big tourist attraction.  We were blown away by the service as well.  And being only minutes from St. Mark's square was definitely spectacular in terms of location as well.  There are places in Venice where one can certainly spend a lot more, and though this is very expensive in high season, you can actually swing deals depending on when you go.  Still though, in terms of beauty, comfort, and service, this more than fit the bill.]]></description>
                
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                <title>Allori Apartment</title>
                
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                <description><![CDATA[I used to be a straight three-star hotel/B&amp;B fanatic as I'm always on a budget, but a friend turned me onto vacation rental apartments, and I must say for what lodgings in Rome cost these days, this was a REAL find.  For around €120/night, which is a full €40 less than a B&amp;B in the same location quoted during high season, and apartments give one so much more freedom and space.  <br><br>This one in particular was absolutely gorgeous and had a really cool mod vibe, that was a nice switch from all the history outside.  With 2 bdr, 2 bth, a kitchenette, net access, and a nice little courtyard out front, it was perfect for us, and only a minute from Campo de'Fiori!  <br><br>The best part aside from the decor and freedom was the fact we could go out and party all night, but not have to deal with the noise of the general piazza.  Plus the booking people and keyholder spoke perfect English and that definitely helped.  <br><br>Everywhere in Rome is walkable from this location, and there are a lot of buses too, plus the tram to the Trastevere station.  I really hope to stay there again.]]></description>
                
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