Welcoming bed and breakfast housed in a 17th-century palace in Campo San Giovanni Novo, a short distance from St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge.
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La Locandiera is a historic B&B located in a 17th-century building overlooking the quiet Campo San Giovanni Novo, in the Castello district of Venice, just 250 metres from St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace. The property combines the charm of vintage Venetian architecture with the convenience of a central location sheltered from the most chaotic tourist flows.
The accommodation, refined in detail and furnished in classic local style, offers air-conditioned rooms, a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, a minibar and free WiFi throughout. The range of options extends from double and triple rooms to an independent apartment on the ground floor.
The property’s location allows guests to reach the Bridge of Sighs and the San Zaccaria water bus stop on foot in just a few minutes, convenient for traveling towards Santa Lucia station and the Lido. The proximity to prestigious art collections, including Palazzo Grassi and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, offers guests immediate access to the lagoon city’s main cultural and monumental itineraries.
The accommodations at La Locandiera reflect classic Venetian taste through refined furnishings and traditional finishes, ensuring functional spaces for every stay requirement. The property offers various accommodation options, including double or twin rooms, spacious triple options suitable for small families, and an independent apartment located on the ground floor.
All units feature individually adjustable air conditioning, a private bathroom complete with hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, a minibar, a safety deposit box and WiFi internet access. The windows of the rooms offer typical views over the quiet square of Campo San Giovanni Novo or adjacent small canals. The variety of sizes, ranging from 16 square metres for standard options up to 25 square metres for the apartment, allows guests to select the most suitable arrangement for couples’ trips or more extended stays in Venice’s historic centre.
Finely decorated 16-square-metre room in local style, equipped with air conditioning, minibar and satellite TV. Overlooking the square or the canal, it offers flexible bedding configuration with either one double bed or two single beds.
Spacious 19-square-metre room designed to accommodate up to three people. Featuring traditional furnishings, it boasts a pleasant view of the courtyard or canal, a private en-suite bathroom and independent climate control.
Independent 25-square-metre accommodation unit located on the ground floor, consisting of a bedroom, private bathroom and amenities such as a wardrobe and safety deposit box. It guarantees maximum privacy and convenience for guests preferring self-contained lodging.
La Locandiera provides guests with a selection of services designed to make a stay in Venice smooth and enjoyable. The entire property is covered by high-speed free WiFi, suited for both leisure and work needs. General services include luggage storage, essential for exploring the city with complete freedom before check-in or after check-out, and a practical lift facilitating access to upper floors.
The staff welcomes guests with helpfulness and offers laundry, ironing and dry cleaning services upon request. The building is entirely non-smoking and equipped with heating and air conditioning, including a shared lounge with a TV area for moments of relaxation. Pets are also allowed upon request, enabling guests to travel with their pets through the alleys of the lagoon.
La Locandiera stands in Campo San Giovanni Novo, a quiet square in the heart of Venice’s Castello district. This set-back location relative to main pedestrian routes guarantees quietness and rest, while allowing guests to immerse themselves immediately in the authentic atmosphere of lagoon life. In the immediate vicinity are historic Venetian osterias, historic cafes and typical ice cream parlours to sample local culinary specialities.
Connections to the rest of the city and key access points are extremely convenient. The San Zaccaria water bus stop is just a few minutes’ walk away, connecting the property directly to Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station, located approximately 1.7 km away, and to the Piazzale Roma terminal. Venice Marco Polo Airport is less than 6 km away as the crow flies and easily reachable via water shuttles or integrated services. For those wishing to explore historic attractions, the Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark’s Square are only 200 and 300 metres away, while the Rialto Bridge is around 500 metres away.
The property’s placement allows for various walking cultural itineraries. Less than 1 km away are the prestigious exhibition venues of Palazzo Grassi and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in the Dorsoduro district, while continuing east for about 1.4 km leads to the Biennale Gardens, venue for the renowned international art and architecture exhibitions. During the summer season, the Venice Lido and the Lungomare d’Annunzio beach, about 3.6 km away, offer a great opportunity for a seaside day trip starting directly from the historic centre.
Guests highly praise the excellent location, perfect for exploring Venice on foot while staying in a quiet spot. Reviews are very positive regarding staff hospitality, meticulous room cleanliness and the quality of the free WiFi, with high overall satisfaction rates among couples.
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Yes, La Locandiera welcomes pets upon request. A surcharge may apply for pet stays.
At La Locandiera, check-in is available from 15:00 to 20:00, while check-out must be completed between 08:00 and 10:00.
No, La Locandiera is situated in the pedestrian centre of Venice and does not have private parking.
Yes, La Locandiera offers free WiFi connection in all rooms and common areas of the property.
No, cots and extra beds are not available at La Locandiera.
La Locandiera is approximately 300 metres on foot from St. Mark’s Square and just 250 metres from the Doge’s Palace.
