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There are three good reasons to stay here. First: The hotel is handily located close to the San Stae vaporetto stop and is therefore very easy to find which is a definite bonus in the maze-like Venetian streets. Secondly: Walter and Stefano who own it, and the staff they employ, are terrific. It is absolutely ‘service with a smile’ here which creates a family friendly atmosphere. And thirdly: There is a courtyard garden which is tranquil and cool – a joy for summer and pretty to look out onto during the bleaker off-season months. There are 15 rooms, split across two family properties spanning two sides of a canal. The bedrooms are not particularly plush, but they are very typically Venetian with a lot of upholstered surfaces in richly coloured fabrics and ornate furnishings. Whilst not contemporary, this decor sets the scene for being in ‘real’ Venice. Excellent spacious and spotless bathrooms (also a boon in Venice). A real mix of old and young come and stay here which is entertaining, and being slightly off the main tourist drag there are some excellent authentic bars and restaurants close at hand. The ground floor bedroom and bathroom is equipped for disabled access (again, unusual in Venice) and there is a service door opening directly onto the canal for private water taxis.
Value chic
Romantic Break
Hotel Entertainment
Great walks
Other Activities
Sights nearby
No restaurant
Quiet
Romantic
Less £
Sit-out Terrace
Full of character
House party feel
Townhouse
Historic
Antiques
Disabled access
Traditional
Owner managed
Charming
Four poster beds
Intimate
Garden
Flower filled courtyard where you can take breakfast in the summer monthsRoom service
Breakfast in roomNo restaurant
Breakfast onlyInternet
Outdoor dining
Walking distance restaurants
Bar
Sit-out Terrace
Disabled access
Suites
Concierge
Satellite / Cable TV
Four poster beds
Wifi
Air conditioning
Safe
Hotel Entertainment
Great walks
Other Activities
Sights nearby
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Originally published by The Times
"The look is classic Venetian with a contemporary twist; the feel is laid-back and very friendly."
Originally published by The Telegraph
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