Prior to our arrival in Venice, Elia (son of the owners of Ninfea), contacted us to inquire if he could further assist us in getting to the hotel and even assisted us in getting a water taxi. We unfortunately were not able to partake in this private water taxi ride to the hotel because we made prior arrangements with another company. Upon arrival at the hotel, we were greeted by his parents in this elegantly decorated lobby. We arrived early but they were kind enough to store our luggages until our check in time. They even offered us coffee and cappuccino, served with delicious biscuits. In addition, they suggested several great restaurants and even an Asian fusion restaurant (a gem in Italy in our books after having driven through Italy from Venice to Milan through the Dolomites)! We only stayed one night, but we regret not dedicating more time for Venice. Our room was only one of the few suites available at the hotel. The massive suite have exceptionally tall ceilings, elegant beddings, curtains, furnitures, and towels. The shower and toilet is in pristine condition and very modern. At the end of our stay, Elia not only allowed for us to store our luggage while we go out to find a gondola ride before our departure, he also suggested several locations that we should try for gondola rides. He went above and beyond by helping us sort out our car rental situation and arrange for a water taxi back to the airport.