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2-star hotel in central Venice, just 200 metres from St. Mark's Square. Features classic Venetian-style rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a continental buffet breakfast.

Elegant 4-star hotel set in a 1520 historic building overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice, featuring a panoramic terrace and located near the Ca' d'Oro waterbus stop.
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Foscari Palace is a 4-star hotel set inside a noble residence from 1520 overlooking the Grand Canal in the Cannaregio district of Venice. The property, carefully restored while preserving its original architecture, offers a refined and atmospheric environment. A distinctive feature of the building is its splendid rooftop terrace, offering a unique view of the water and the city’s historic rooftops.
The accommodation options feature spacious and elegant areas, stylishly furnished and equipped with main amenities including air conditioning, minibar, LCD TV, safe and free WiFi access. The front desk remains active 24 hours a day, providing continuous assistance and support for booking tours or tickets. Every morning guests can start the day with a rich buffet breakfast with sweet and savory options.
The location in Campo Santa Sofia makes it convenient to explore Venice on foot or by waterbus: the Ca’ d’Oro stop is in the immediate vicinity and Rialto Bridge can be reached with a five-minute walk.

The rooms at Foscari Palace stand out for their spacious layouts and elegant decor that matches the historic charm of the building. Options range from Superior and Deluxe categories to large Suites with direct views of the Grand Canal and accommodations designed for family stays. Each accommodation is designed to offer maximum rest, offering comfortable beds and an excellent range of room amenities.
All units feature a modern private bathroom equipped with a shower or bathtub, hairdryer, bidet and free toiletries. In-room amenities include air conditioning, adjustable heating, a spacious minibar, safety deposit box, telephone and flat-screen satellite TV. For guests seeking an even more exclusive space, Deluxe options and Suites include additional features such as bathrobe, slippers and dedicated seating areas.
Cozy 20-square-meter accommodation featuring refined decor. It can face the inner street or Campo Santa Sofia and features a private bathroom with shower or bathtub.
24-square-meter room directly overlooking the Grand Canal. It offers superior amenities such as three telephones, 26-inch LCD TV, soft bathrobes and slippers.
Luxurious 50-square-meter suite with a splendid view of the Grand Canal. It features a large separate living area, bathtub, 26-inch LCD TV, bathrobe and slippers.
Spacious 50-square-meter accommodation designed for families, equipped with air conditioning, LCD TV, minibar, private bathroom and comfortable space for stays with children.
20-square-meter unit enhanced by a private terrace. The en-suite bathroom includes a shower, bidet, hairdryer and free toiletries.
22-square-meter accommodation facing a quiet street. It includes a seating area, private bathroom with shower and bidet, minibar and TV with satellite channels.
Foscari Palace offers a wide range of services designed to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay in the heart of Venice. Among the main common areas, the panoramic terrace overlooking the city and the Grand Canal stands out, ideal for moments of relaxation. The front desk operates 24 hours a day and provides an efficient tour desk to organize visits and travel around the lagoon, as well as safe deposit boxes and wake-up service.
Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. Breakfast is served every morning in the dedicated room and includes continental and Italian buffet options. An on-site bar is available for drinks or snacks. The building features an elevator, is fully air-conditioned and entirely non-smoking.
Foscari Palace is located in the Cannaregio district, one of Venice’s most authentic areas, right in front of Campo Santa Sofia. The property enjoys a location directly facing the Grand Canal, just 50 meters from the Ca’ d’Oro museum, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. The surrounding neighborhood combines the liveliness of typical Venetian alleys, filled with historic taverns, bacari and artisan shops, with the quietness of residential lagoon areas.
The location provides transport connections to the city’s main access points. The Ca’ d’Oro waterbus stop is just steps from the entrance, allowing easy access to Venice Santa Lucia Train Station, about 1 km away, and the Piazzale Roma terminal. The famous Rialto Bridge is just 250 meters away and can be reached in a 5-minute walk. For arrivals by plane, Venice Marco Polo Airport is approximately 5 km away as the crow flies, well connected via water transport services.
Staying in this part of the lagoon makes it convenient to explore the main city sights on foot. St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs are less than 850 meters away, walkable along a route through bridges and small squares. Nearby, guests can also visit the T Fondaco dei Tedeschi panoramic terrace at 250 meters, Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo at 600 meters and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection at 1.1 km. The area also offers opportunities to sample Venetian cicchetti and experience local evening life.
Foscari Palace receives excellent reviews for its extraordinary location overlooking the Grand Canal and for the comfort of its beds. Guests particularly appreciate the spotless cleanliness of the rooms, the friendly staff and the scenic panoramic terrace with lagoon views.
Foscari Palace is located in Venice, in the Cannaregio district, at Campo Santa Sofia 4200/1/2, a short walk from the Ca’ d’Oro waterbus stop and Rialto Bridge.
Foscari Palace offers a daily buffet breakfast that includes Italian and continental options.
No, pets are not allowed at Foscari Palace.
No, Foscari Palace is located in the pedestrian historic center of Venice and does not have private parking.
At Foscari Palace, check-in is available from 14:00, while check-out must be completed by 11:00.
Yes, Foscari Palace welcomes children of all ages and offers spacious family rooms as well as the option to request cots or extra beds.
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