Hotel La Calcina

Name: Hotel La Calcina
Address: Fondamenta Zattere Ai Gesuati, Dorsoduro, Dorsoduro, 30123 Venice, Italy, Venezia, Veneto, IT
Price range: €€€
Rating: 9.1

Hotel La Calcina is a historic 3-star hotel overlooking the Giudecca Canal, located along the Fondamenta delle Zattere in Venice’s renowned Dorsoduro district. Set in one of the lagoon city’s most charming and scenic areas, the building spans four floors without an elevator and preserves a refined period charm.

Accommodations feature parquet floors, wooden furnishings, and essential amenities including air conditioning, free WiFi, satellite TV, and a minibar. Many rooms offer open views of the water and the nearby Giudecca Island, while private bathrooms are either en suite or external to the room.

The property houses La Piscina restaurant, serving a rich buffet breakfast with homemade cakes, sweet pastries, and savory options. Guests can enjoy a sun terrace and an atmospheric panoramic roof terrace available for reservation, ideal for relaxing before exploring the historic center’s museums and monuments.

★ 9.1 · Excellent · 453 reviews

Room types

The room options at Hotel La Calcina reflect the understated elegance of Venetian residences, pairing parquet floors with refined furnishings. The options range from single rooms designed for solo travelers to double or twin accommodations. All units are equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, and a safe.

The room offerings vary in size and views, ranging from essential options with a private external bathroom to spacious Superior and Deluxe rooms facing the Giudecca Canal. Some units located on the top floors offer picturesque views of the Lagoon or access to a private terrace, perfect for watching passing boats.

Single Room

9 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
Air conditioning, Minibar, Satellite TV

Single room measuring 9 m² featuring parquet flooring, air conditioning, and satellite TV. It includes a minibar, safe, and en-suite private bathroom with shower.

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Single Room with Canal View

9 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
Canal view, Air conditioning, Minibar

Single room measuring 9 m² directly overlooking the Giudecca Canal and the Church of the Redentore. Includes parquet floors, air conditioning, minibar, and en-suite bathroom.

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Single Room with External Private Bathroom

10 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
External private bathroom, Bathrobe, Air conditioning

Room measuring 10 m² provided with a private bathroom located outside the room, complete with shower, bathrobes, and toiletries. Features air conditioning and minibar.

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Double or Twin Room with Partial Canal View - Top Floor

14 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Partial canal view, Bathtub, Bathrobe

Located on the top floor, this 14 m² room offers a partial view of the canal. It features a private bathroom complete with bathtub, bathrobes, minibar, and flat-screen TV.

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Superior Double or Twin Room with Canal View

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Canal view, Bathtub, Air conditioning

Spacious 20 m² room directly overlooking the canal waters. Offers a comfortable space with parquet flooring, air conditioning, minibar, and private bathroom with bathtub.

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Superior Double Room with Canal View and Terrace

18 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Terrace, Canal view, Bathtub

Room measuring 18 m² enhanced by a private terrace overlooking the canal. Equipped with private bathroom with bathtub, minibar, air conditioning, and flat-screen TV.

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Deluxe Double Room with Canal View

Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Canal view, Air conditioning, Minibar

Elegant double accommodation facing the Giudecca Canal, finished with classic elements, air conditioning, minibar, and private bathroom.

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Double Room

Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Minibar, Satellite TV

Classic double accommodation featuring air conditioning, satellite TV, parquet flooring, and private bathroom, ideal for a comfortable stay in the Dorsoduro district.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

You are looking for accommodation in a scenic and peaceful location along the Zattere in Venice.
You desire a room with direct views over the Giudecca Canal.
You want to travel easily thanks to proximity to waterbuses for St. Mark's and the station.
You appreciate the convenience of an on-site restaurant with an outdoor terrace.
You travel with pets and want a property that accepts them upon request.

Maybe not, if...

You have mobility difficulties, as the historic 4-story building does not have an elevator.
You are seeking a property with private parking, which is absent in this pedestrian area of the lagoon.
You require cribs or extra beds for children, which are not available at the hotel.
You prefer a large modern hotel over a historic Venetian residence.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel La Calcina provides a range of services designed to ensure a convenient and relaxing stay in Venice. The 24-hour front desk assists guests with tourist information, concierge service, and luggage storage. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, alongside practical laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services upon request.

The culinary offer is a highlight thanks to the on-site restaurant La Piscina, featuring an outdoor terrace and a snack bar. Guests can make use of room service or request custom menus for specific dietary needs. A sun terrace and a safety deposit box complete the facilities.

Great for your stay

Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Room service
Luggage storage
Laundry service
Bar

General facilities

Sun terrace
Walking tours
Concierge service
Luggage storage
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Safety deposit box
Air conditioning
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Room service

Food & drink

Wine/champagne
Special diet menus (on request)
Snack bar
Breakfast in the room
Bar
Restaurant

Media & technology

Internet services

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Safety deposit box
Parquet
Bathrobe
Terrace

Location & what to see

Hotel La Calcina is located along Fondamenta Zattere ai Gesuati, in the Dorsoduro district, an area renowned for its tranquility and open views over the Giudecca Canal. This famous pedestrian promenade offers a relaxing atmosphere, away from the crowds yet perfectly connected to the city’s main cultural attractions. The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is just 300 meters away, while the Accademia Bridge is 250 meters from the entrance.

Water transport is convenient: the Zattere waterbus stop, served by lines 2 and 5, is located a few steps from the hotel. The Accademia stop on line 1 is about a 3-minute walk away. Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station is 1.4 km away and easily reachable across the Grand Canal, while Marco Polo Airport is about 6.5 km away and connected by water transport services.

Its location in the Dorsoduro district allows guests to walk to major galleries and historic palaces, such as the Gallerie dell’Accademia and Palazzo Grassi, situated 500 meters away. Crossing the Grand Canal quickly brings you to St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, 1 km away. The promenade is vibrant and welcoming in every season, with ice cream shops and historic cafes overlooking the lagoon.

Accademia Bridge — Historic wooden bridge with panoramic views of the Grand Canal. 250 m

Peggy Guggenheim Collection — Modern art museum housed in the famous Palazzo Venier dei Leoni. 300 m

Palazzo Grassi — Prestigious contemporary art exhibition center overlooking the canal. 500 m

St. Mark's Square — Monumental heart of Venice featuring the Basilica and the Campanile. 900 m

Scuola Grande di San Rocco — Renaissance building housing Tintoretto's celebrated painting cycles. 850 m

Doge's Palace — Masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture and former seat of the Doges. 1 km

What guests say about Hotel La Calcina

9.1

Excellent · 453 reviews

Staff

9.7

Comfort

9.2

Location

9.7

Cleanliness

9.3

Facilities

8.7

Value for money

8.6

Free Wi-Fi

9.4

Guests award the property excellent ratings, particularly highlighting the spectacular location along the Zattere and the welcoming staff. The spotless room cleanliness, canal views, and efficient free WiFi are also highly appreciated.