La Dogaressa Guest House
Venezia · Italy

La Dogaressa Guest House

Guest house in Venice in the San Polo district, a short walk from the Rialto Bridge. Offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and city views.

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8.4 Score
999 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Venezia
Nearby Rialto Bridge · 250 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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La Dogaressa Guest House

La Dogaressa Guest House is a guest house located in the San Polo district of Venice, less than 300 metres from the famous Rialto Bridge. The property serves as a base for couples and travellers who wish to explore the historic city centre on foot, moving between the main canals and Venetian squares.

All units are equipped with air conditioning, adjustable heating, a flat-screen TV with satellite and cable channels, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a wardrobe. The spaces are strictly non-smoking and offer free WiFi internet connection throughout. Management provides personalized private check-in and check-out procedures.

Its location within the San Polo district allows guests to reach the Basilica dei Frari, the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and Ca’ d’Oro on foot in just a few minutes. Nearby options include historic osterias, traditional coffee shops, and local trattorias, while Santa Lucia railway station is less than a kilometre away.

La Dogaressa Guest House
★ 8.4 · Very Good · 999 reviews

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Guest house in Venice in the San Polo district, a short walk from the Rialto Bridge. Offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and city views.

Room types

The accommodations offered by La Dogaressa Guest House provide functional, well-organized spaces for a stay in central Venice. Each room covers a surface area of approximately 20 square metres and is designed to accommodate up to two guests, offering adequate privacy and modern amenities.

All units feature air conditioning, heating, free WiFi, a refrigerator, an espresso coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms differ mainly in terms of bathroom facilities: the Queen Superior type boasts an en-suite private bathroom complete with a shower, bidet, and hairdryer, whereas the standard Queen option shares bathroom facilities with other rooms. Every unit offers views across the Venetian cityscape.

Queen Superior Room — La Dogaressa Guest House
Queen Superior Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private bathroom, City view, Coffee machine

This double room offers a private bathroom equipped with a shower, bidet, and hairdryer. Carefully furnished, it features a coffee machine, wardrobe, heating, flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a view of the city.

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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom — La Dogaressa Guest House
Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
20 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view, Coffee machine, Flat-screen TV

Double accommodation with access to a shared bathroom featuring a shower, bidet, and hairdryer. The room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, coffee machine, wardrobe, heating, and views over urban Venice.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • You want to stay in the San Polo district, just 290 metres from the Rialto Bridge.
  • You are looking for an air-conditioned room with free WiFi and satellite TV.
  • You wish to walk to Venice Santa Lucia Station in less than 15 minutes.
  • You are traveling as a couple and want accommodation with high location ratings.
  • You value having a coffee machine and refrigerator directly in your room.

Maybe not, if...

  • You travel with pets, as the property does not allow them on site.
  • You need private parking, which is unavailable in pedestrianized historic Venice.
  • You travel with young children or need cots, which are not provided at the guest house.
  • You arrive late in the evening after 20:00, when check-in closes.

Hotel facilities & services

La Dogaressa Guest House provides essential services designed to facilitate a convenient stay in Venice’s historic centre. The property guarantees free WiFi internet access in all rooms and public areas, allowing guests to stay connected online.

The entire property is non-smoking and features temperature control systems, including air conditioning and heating. Access to the building is via traditional keys, and guest arrival is managed through a private check-in and check-out service. Guest rooms include coffee makers, refrigerators, hairdryers, and bed linen and towels, allowing full independence without an in-house restaurant service.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • View
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Cable channels

General facilities

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Smoke alarm
  • Key access
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • City view
  • View
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

La Dogaressa Guest House is located in the San Polo district, one of the oldest and liveliest districts of Venice, situated in the heart of the lagoon city. The property fits seamlessly into the urban grid of traditional alleys, squares, and courtyards that characterize this historic neighborhood, located a short distance from the banks of the Grand Canal. The surrounding area preserves a distinct local identity, where historic artisan workshops, cafés, and typical Venetian bacari coexist with historic palaces and local markets such as the Rialto market.

Distances to key points of interest make walking around straightforward without needing water transport. The Rialto Bridge is 290 metres from the property, while the Ca’ d’Oro museum and palace is 220 metres away. For train travelers, Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station is 850 metres away and can be reached on foot in about fifteen minutes. Venice Marco Polo Airport is approximately 13 kilometres away, connected via Alilaguna water lines and shuttle buses from Piazzale Roma.

From the guest house, guests can walk to major cultural sites such as the Scuola Grande di San Rocco at 600 metres, the Venetian Ghetto at 450 metres, and St. Mark’s Square with the Doge’s Palace at approximately 700 metres. During spring and summer, proximity to vaporetto stops enables excursions to the lagoon islands or the Lido di Venice beach, located 4.4 kilometres away. In winter, the central location allows exploration of museums and art galleries away from peak tourist crowds.

Rialto Bridge — Historic stone bridge across the Grand Canal featuring traditional shops. 250 m
Ca' d'Oro — Prestigious Gothic palace overlooking the canal and housing an art museum. 200 m
Venetian Ghetto — Historic ancient neighborhood with synagogues and cultural heritage. 450 m
Scuola Grande di San Rocco — Art institution preserving famous paintings by Tintoretto. 600 m
St. Mark's Square — Main square of Venice featuring the basilica and historic bell tower. 700 m
Venice Santa Lucia Train Station — Primary railway hub of the city with regional and national rail links. 850 m

What guests say about La Dogaressa Guest House

8.4
Very Good · 999 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
8.4
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Guests particularly highlight the location in the San Polo district and the helpfulness of the staff. Room cleanliness and overall comfort levels receive positive ratings, making the property a popular choice for couples visiting Venice.

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