Hotel Casa Petrarca
Venezia · Italy · 1 Star

Hotel Casa Petrarca

1-star hotel located in a 14th-century building in the historic center of Venice, between the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, along a quiet Venetian canal.

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8.9 Score
713 Reviews
1★ Star
08:00 Check-in
Area Venezia
Nearby Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 08:00
Breakfast Continental

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Hotel Casa Petrarca

Hotel Casa Petrarca is a historic 1-star hotel set in a 14th-century building in Venice’s San Marco district, directly overlooking a canal just a 5-minute walk from the Rialto Bridge. The property is located on Calle De Le Schiavine, a typical quiet Venetian side street ensuring total peace while remaining immersed in the vibrant heart of the ancient city.

Accommodation features simple furnishings and ranges from private bathroom options with air conditioning to budget-friendly rooms with shared bathrooms. Every morning, the dining room welcomes guests with a continental buffet breakfast served with classical, jazz, or new age background music. The building features an elevator and offers free WiFi, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping.

The central position makes the property an excellent choice for couples and travelers eager to explore the wonders of the lagoon on foot. From the nearby Rialto water bus stop, you can easily reach Santa Lucia Railway Station and Venice’s main points of interest.

Hotel Casa Petrarca
★ 8.9 · Fabulous · 713 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Casa Petrarca

1-star hotel located in a 14th-century building in the historic center of Venice, between the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, along a quiet Venetian canal.

Room types

Hotel Casa Petrarca offers six different room types distributed across the 14th-century building, designed to meet various space and budget requirements. All units feature functional spaces, WiFi connection, and essential amenities such as bed linen and towels.

Options range from more intimate accommodations with shared bathrooms, equipped with a fan and refrigerator, to rooms with private bathrooms complete with shower, hairdryer, and air conditioning. Those seeking a more generous space and a charming romantic view can opt for larger rooms with a direct canal view, accommodating up to four guests with multiple single and double beds.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Hotel Casa Petrarca
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
9 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Electric kettle, Refrigerator, Fan

Essential 9-square-meter accommodation featuring a large double bed, fan, small refrigerator, and tea/coffee maker. The bathroom is shared with only one other room in the property.

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Triple Room — Hotel Casa Petrarca
Triple Room
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed or 3 single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning, Private bathroom, Electric kettle

Spacious 15-square-meter room designed to accommodate three people, featuring flexible bed configuration. It comes with air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower, and hot drink making facilities.

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Small Double Room — Hotel Casa Petrarca
Small Double Room
9 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 French double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Flat-screen TV, Street view

Cozy 9-square-meter room with a French double bed and view of a quiet Venetian street. It includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and kettle.

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Double/Twin Room — Hotel Casa Petrarca
Double/Twin Room
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 French double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Flat-screen TV

A 12-square-meter room featuring parquet or tiled floors, a safety deposit box, and a flat-screen TV. It offers a private bathroom complete with shower, hairdryer, and air conditioning.

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Deluxe Double Room with Canal View — Hotel Casa Petrarca
Deluxe Double Room with Canal View
25 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 2 large double beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Canal view, Flat-screen TV, Electric kettle

The largest room in the property, spanning 25 square meters with a picturesque view of the Venetian canal. It can accommodate up to four guests and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and kettle.

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Room Assigned at Check-In — Hotel Casa Petrarca
Room Assigned at Check-In
9 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Electric kettle, WiFi connection

A 9-square-meter option with a large double bed, whose specific type and location within the building are determined upon arrival at the property.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • You want to stay in the heart of Venice, a few minutes' walk from St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge.
  • You are looking for a peaceful atmosphere overlooking a Venetian canal away from crowded main streets.
  • You appreciate the charm of staying inside a historic 14th-century building.
  • You wish to travel with your pet, thanks to the property's pet-friendly policy upon request.
  • You want accommodation with top ratings for staff and cleanliness in the heart of the lagoon.

Maybe not, if...

  • You require private parking for a car, which is unavailable in Venice's pedestrianized historic center.
  • You exclusively require rooms with private bathrooms (some room types feature shared bathrooms).
  • You need extra beds for adults in the room, which are not provided under property policies.
  • You want a modern high-category hotel with full-service dining facilities on site.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Casa Petrarca offers guests a range of practical services to ensure a comfortable stay in the historic center of Venice. The building features an elevator for easy access to upper floors and free WiFi available throughout all areas.

Key services include convenient luggage storage, ideal for exploring the city freely before check-in or after check-out. The property welcomes pets upon request and is entirely non-smoking. Daily housekeeping, heating in winter months, and air conditioning during summer are also provided.

Great for your stay

  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Elevator

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided upon request
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet access

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

Hotel Casa Petrarca is situated in the heart of the San Marco district, set along the banks of a small Venetian canal on Calle De Le Schiavine. This quiet and tucked-away location allows guests to experience the authentic atmosphere of the lagoon’s alleyways while remaining just a short distance from major historic monuments and busy thoroughfares.

The hotel’s setting makes it easy to explore Venetian art treasures entirely on foot: famous St. Mark’s Square is only 200 meters away, while the historic Rialto Bridge can be reached with a 350-meter stroll. Just a few steps from the entrance, 81 meters away, stands the historic Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo, famous for its iconic late-Gothic spiral staircase. As for transport, the Rialto water bus stop is a 5-minute walk away, offering direct connections to Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station (1.3 km away) and Piazzale Roma. Venice Marco Polo Airport is approximately 6 km away as the crow flies, reachable via lagoon water transport services.

In the immediate vicinity of the hotel, you can admire architectural landmarks of extraordinary value such as the Doge’s Palace 300 meters away, St. Mark’s Campanile 250 meters away, and St. Mark’s Basilica. Crossing the Grand Canal toward the Dorsoduro district leads to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, 500 meters away. The surrounding area also offers a wide choice of food and dining, starting from the renowned Ristorante Da Ivo just 9 meters away, Ai Mercanti restaurant 40 meters away, and Al Codega bar just 98 meters away—perfect for sampling Venetian cicchetti and local specialties throughout the day.

Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo — Historic building featuring the famous and striking spiral staircase. 50 m
St. Mark's Square — Venice's main square featuring the basilica and bell tower. 200 m
Rialto Bridge — The historic stone bridge spanning the Grand Canal. 350 m
Doge's Palace — Former seat of the Doge and a Venetian Gothic masterpiece. 300 m
Peggy Guggenheim Collection — Prestigious modern art museum overlooking the Grand Canal. 500 m
Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station — The lagoon city's main railway hub. 1,3 km

What guests say about Hotel Casa Petrarca

8.9
Fabulous · 713 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.9
Free Wi-Fi
9.2

Guests particularly appreciate the exceptional location in the center of Venice and the friendliness of the staff. Thorough cleanliness, the peaceful canal atmosphere, and good value for money make the property a highly favored choice for couples’ stays.

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