Cozy guest house located in a historic Venetian building in the Cannaregio district, featuring an inner courtyard, sun terrace, and situated a short distance from Santa Lucia train station.
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Al Portico Guest House is a guest house located in a historic residential building in the heart of the Cannaregio district in Venice, just 650 metres from Santa Lucia train station. The property stands out for its authentic and quiet atmosphere, offering guests a delightful inner courtyard and a sun terrace ideal for relaxing after visiting the city.
Accommodations, decorated in an individual style and equipped with air conditioning, heating, and private bathroom, range from cozy double rooms to larger independent apartments situated in separate buildings. Upon request, guest house breakfast service can be served directly in the room, or guests can prepare a hot drink using the kettle provided with a selection of tea and coffee. The location allows guests to explore iconic attractions on foot, such as the Jewish Ghetto, Ca’ d’Oro, and the Rialto Bridge. Being a historic building, the property is set across multiple floors without an elevator.
The stay options at Al Portico Guest House adapt versatilely to the different needs of travelers, combining traditional double rooms and spacious apartments located in separate buildings. Each accommodation ensures maximum comfort thanks to private bathrooms, air conditioning, heating, free WiFi connection, flat-screen TV, and electric kettle for tea and coffee.
The rooms located in the main building offer floor space from 17 to 23 square metres, featuring personalized decor. Guests seeking greater independence can opt for the self-contained apartments in the annex, ranging between 55 and 60 square metres and equipped with a full kitchen with dishwasher, dining area, and living area, ideal for long stays in the heart of the lagoon.
Modernly furnished 17-sqm accommodation equipped with a double bed, private bathroom with hairdryer, and a kettle for preparing hot drinks.
More spacious 23-sqm room accessible via stairs, featuring a large double bed, full private bathroom with bath or shower, and, in some units, a comfortable seating area.
Air-conditioned 23-sqm accommodation set up to host up to three people, equipped with a double bed, sofa bed, desk, and private bathroom with toiletries.
Spacious 55-sqm self-contained apartment overlooking the canal, featuring elegant Venetian furnishings and exposed wooden beams, consisting of a bedroom, kitchen, and private bathroom.
Generous 60-sqm apartment with private entrance, two separate bedrooms, living room, dining area, full kitchen with dishwasher, and private bathroom with shower and bidet.
The property provides guests with a range of curated services to ensure practicality and comfort in the heart of Venice. The two outdoor highlights are the sun terrace and the welcoming inner courtyard with outdoor furniture, private spots ideal for relaxing.
To facilitate stay management, the staff offers luggage storage and a tour desk to help organize city trips. High-speed WiFi internet access is available free of charge throughout the property. Breakfast can be served directly in the room upon request, offering guests maximum flexibility in the morning.
Al Portico Guest House is located in the Cannaregio district, one of the most charming and authentic historic neighborhoods in the Venice lagoon, situated along the lively Cannaregio Canal and a short distance from the popular Strada Nova. The area offers a quiet and genuine residential atmosphere, characterized by the presence of historic Venetian bacari, traditional trattorias, outdoor cafes, and artisan shops where guests can immerse themselves in the city’s daily life, away from the main crowded tourist routes.
In terms of transport and logistics, the property boasts an excellent location: Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station is just 650 metres away and easily reachable on foot with an 8-minute walk. In the immediate vicinity lies the famous Jewish Ghetto at 150 metres, while a walk of about 500 metres leads to the splendid Gothic palace Ca’ d’Oro overlooking the Grand Canal. The famous Rialto Bridge is just 800 metres away, while the monumental heart of St. Mark’s Square, featuring the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Campanile, can be reached with a walk of about 1.3 km. For those traveling by plane, Venice Marco Polo Airport is about 5 km away and conveniently connected via waterbus lines or buses to Piazzale Roma, located 900 metres away.
To make the most of the Venetian experience, the area surrounding the property allows for tailored cultural and food-and-wine itineraries. A few metres away are characteristic venues where guests can taste a classic spritz accompanied by traditional seafood cicchetti. From the nearby San Marcuola Vaporetto Stop, guests can board directly for the picturesque islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello, or travel along the Grand Canal toward the Gallerie dell’Accademia and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Travelers can also discover lesser-known spots such as the Church of Santa Fosca 300 metres away or the Scuola Grande di San Rocco 800 metres away.
Guests particularly appreciate the excellent location in the Cannaregio district and the extraordinary friendliness of the staff. Very high scores are also awarded to the impeccable cleanliness of the rooms, the comfort of the accommodations, and the presence of the quiet inner courtyard.
At Al Portico Guest House, check-in is available from 14:00 to 17:00, while check-out must be completed between 09:00 and 10:00.
No, breakfast is not included in the standard rate, but room service breakfast can be requested upon demand.
No, pets are not allowed inside Al Portico Guest House.
No, Al Portico Guest House is set within a historic residential building without an elevator, with rooms accessible via stairs.
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Accommodations at Al Portico Guest House offer a private bathroom, air conditioning, heating, flat-screen TV, free WiFi connection, and electric kettle for tea and coffee.
Yes, Al Portico Guest House offers the possibility to request cribs for children aged 0 to 3 years, while extra beds are not available.
