Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost
Venezia · Italy

Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost

Guest house located in the Castello district of Venice, just 300 metres from the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, offering air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi.

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7.1 Score
440 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Venezia
Nearby Rialto Bridge · 200 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost

Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost is a guest house located in the charming Castello district of Venice, just 300 metres from St. Mark’s Square and the famous Rialto Bridge. The property occupies an ideal central location for reaching the main monumental attractions of the lagoon city on foot.

The accommodation offers private, air-conditioned rooms featuring an independent entrance, parquet floors, and heating. Units feature a private bathroom complete with a shower, bidet, and hairdryer, as well as free WiFi access and a seating area. Some rooms also boast a private balcony or a small balcony with city views.

To ensure maximum convenience for guests, the guest house provides luggage storage services. In the immediate vicinity, you will find numerous traditional restaurants, Venetian bacari, and historic cafes.

Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost
★ 7.1 · Good · 440 reviews

Plan your stay at Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost

Guest house located in the Castello district of Venice, just 300 metres from the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, offering air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi.

Room types

The accommodation options at Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost offer self-contained solutions in the historic centre of Venice. The range of rooms includes double options of various sizes, with surface areas ranging from 15 to 25 square metres, all designed to accommodate up to two guests.

Each unit features an independent entrance, air conditioning, heating, and free WiFi access, as well as elegant parquet floors and a comfortable seating area. The private bathrooms are all equipped with a shower, bidet, and hairdryer. Higher-category options add outdoor spaces such as a terrace or balcony, offering a pleasant view of the city.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View — Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, City view, Air conditioning

Spacious 22 m² room with an independent entrance, air conditioning, and parquet flooring. It features a private balcony with city views and a bathroom equipped with a shower and bidet.

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View — Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony, Terrace, City view

Spacious 25 m² accommodation featuring a private entrance, terrace, and balcony with views over the city. Includes air conditioning, heating, and a seating area.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost
Double Room with Private Bathroom
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private Bathroom, Air conditioning, Private entrance

Cozy 15 m² option equipped with an extra-large double bed, air conditioning, and an independent entrance. Includes an en-suite private bathroom with a shower and bidet.

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Deluxe King Room — Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost
Deluxe King Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Private Bathroom, Seating Area

Bright 25 m² double room featuring an independent entrance, parquet floors, seating area, and individual air conditioning, alongside a private bathroom with shower.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • If you are looking for property in central Venice just steps from St. Mark's Square and Rialto.
  • If you want accommodation with a private entrance, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.
  • If you value the convenience of free WiFi to work or plan your city visits.
  • If you appreciate having luggage storage service to move around freely.
  • If you are looking for rooms with a balcony or terrace overlooking the city.

Maybe not, if...

  • Perhaps not, if you travel with pets, as they are not allowed on the property.
  • Perhaps not, if you are looking for a hotel with breakfast included or an on-site restaurant.
  • Perhaps not, if you have reduced mobility, as upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
  • Perhaps not, if you travel with young children requiring cribs or extra beds.

Hotel facilities & services

Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost offers a range of essential amenities designed for a comfortable stay in the heart of Venice. The property guarantees free WiFi connection both in common areas and in private rooms, allowing guests to browse comfortably throughout their stay.

Services include a useful luggage storage facility, perfect for managing luggage before check-in or after check-out. The entire guest house is strictly non-smoking and is equipped with heating and air conditioning systems. Access to upper floors is by stairs only, and the rooms offer the privacy of an independent entrance.

Great for your stay

  • Private Bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage

General facilities

  • Luggage storage
  • Invoice provided upon request
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarm
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Media & technology

  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Seating Area

Location & what to see

Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost is located in the Castello district, one of Venice’s most historic and charming areas, set in Ramo Licini just 300 metres from the famous Rialto Bridge and 300 metres from St. Mark’s Square. This location in the historic centre allows guests to explore the city’s main districts on foot and experience the authentic atmosphere of the lagoon among short bridges, hidden squares, and characteristic narrow alleyways.

Connections to key transport hubs are extremely convenient: Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station is 1.4 km away and can be easily reached on foot or by taking ACTV water buses from nearby stops along the Grand Canal. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 18 km away and is served by Alilaguna boats, while Treviso Antonio Canova Airport is approximately 25 km away. Iconic landmarks such as Ca’ d’Oro are within a short walking distance at 550 metres, and the panoramic terrace of T Fondaco dei Tedeschi is just 200 metres away.

In the immediate surroundings, guests can visit St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, both located 350 metres away, as well as the famous Bridge of Sighs. For art and culture enthusiasts, the Scuola Grande di San Rocco is 1 km away, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection is about 800 metres away, and the Gallerie dell’Accademia are 900 metres away. During your stay, it is easy to discover traditional restaurants and typical Venetian bacari to sample cicchetti and glasses of local wine.

Rialto Bridge — Historic stone bridge over the Grand Canal with famous shops. 200 m
St. Mark's Square — The main square of Venice dominated by the majestic basilica. 300 m
Doge's Palace — Masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture and former seat of the Doge. 350 m
Ca' d'Oro — Famous noble palace overlooking the waters of the Grand Canal. 550 m

What guests say about Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost

7.1
Good · 440 reviews
Staff
6.9
Comfort
7.4
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
7.4
Facilities
7
Value for money
7.3
Free Wi-Fi
8.6

Guests particularly appreciate the excellent central location of Palazzo DaPonte by LionHost, ideal for exploring Venice on foot. Reviews confirm good cleanliness and comfort in the accommodation, with positive feedback also regarding the WiFi connection and the overall quality of the stay.

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