Crowne Plaza Padova by IHG Hotel

I enjoyed my stay. The room was spacious, the bed comfortable, and the air conditioning cool. Everything in the room and restaurant was new and clean, and the Wi-Fi was very fast. Check-in was quick, and getting to the room was fairly fast with two lifts serving the five-floor hotel. The hotel was last renovated in 2022. It’s under a 10-minute ride from Padova train station and a 30-minute ride from Venice airport. The room had all the amenities, with extras available by request from reception. The restaurant had a good selection of pastries, tarts, salads, simple cooked Western food, juices, and hot drinks.

Good location, nice rooms, and free parking. Dogs can stay for free too. But our room was like a sauna for all three days. At the beginning of October, they were still sending heat into the rooms. When we asked for a normal temperature of around 20-22, they said the automated system couldn't do that. The window barely opened, so we couldn’t get fresh air or sleep comfortably. Honestly, I’ve never seen a 4 Stars hotel unable to control its room temperature.

The food was acceptable. My wife and I had pumpkin risotto, and the morning maître d’, a tall, bald man, was cheerful, as was the young lad at reception. The hotel was well run and the rooms were tidy. Most guests seemed to be travelling BD’s, account managers, and tour groups.

The beds were larger than standard single beds, so they were especially comfortable. Rooms are modern, clean, and newly renovated, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. They also offer a large complimentary glass of water with a good selection of tea and coffee. Breakfast uses local Italian cheeses and fresh regional ingredients, though the tables are close together and it can be tricky to move around. A great stay, definitely recommended!