Palazzo Lion Morosini – Guest House in Venice

Palazzo Lion Morosini – Check in presso Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli

Palazzo Lion Morosini is a guest house located in the Cannaregio district of Venice, just 200 metres from the famous Rialto Bridge and a ten-minute walk from St. Mark’s Square. Housed in a historic building without an elevator, the property combines traditional Venetian charm with functional amenities for a stay in the heart of the lagoon city. Please note that check-in and key collection procedures take place at the nearby Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli.

The accommodations, decorated with attention to detail and furnished in typical local style with marble or tile floors, range from cozy double rooms to family units capable of accommodating up to five people. All rooms feature air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a safe, and a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms also boast charming views over a small canal or a direct view of the Grand Canal.

The central location allows guests to explore the city’s main historical, artistic, and cultural attractions on foot, benefiting from proximity to major points of interest and water transport.

Palazzo Lion Morosini – Check in presso Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli

★ 8 · Very Good · 1.209 reviews

Room types

The accommodation options at Palazzo Lion Morosini feature a classic Venetian style, enhanced by traditional furnishings and marble or ceramic tile flooring. The range of rooms includes various options to suit the needs of couples, families, or small groups, offering sizes ranging from 17 square metres for the standard double room up to 35 square metres for the largest family options.

Each room is designed to ensure maximum comfort and is equipped with a private bathroom complete with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, independent air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, a safe, and free WiFi internet access. The most prestigious options offer charming views over the surrounding canals or panoramic glimpses directly over the Grand Canal, providing an authentic look into daily life and historical architecture along the Venetian lagoon.

Double Room

17 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Private bathroom, Flat-screen TV

Cozy 17-square-metre Venetian-style accommodation featuring air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a safe, and a private bathroom. It overlooks the property’s inner courtyard.

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Quadruple Room

29 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 large double bed
Max 4 guests
Canal view, Air conditioning, Private bathroom

Spacious 29-square-metre room ideal for families or groups of up to four people. It features a private bathroom, safe, air conditioning, and a direct view over a characteristic canal.

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Triple Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 3 guests
Canal view, Air conditioning, Private bathroom

A 20-square-metre solution suitable for three guests, equipped with a full private bathroom, flat-screen satellite TV, safe, and air conditioning. It offers a pleasant view of the canal.

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Double Room with Grand Canal View

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Grand Canal view, Air conditioning, Private bathroom

Romantic 20-square-metre accommodation for two guests boasting a charming glimpse of the Grand Canal. Complete with private bathroom, air conditioning, TV, and safe.

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Quintuple Room with Grand Canal View

35 m² · Private bathroom

3 single beds and 1 large double bed
Max 5 guests
Grand Canal view, Air conditioning, Private bathroom

The largest accommodation in the building at 35 square metres, accommodating up to five people. In addition to a private bathroom and all modern comforts, it offers a direct view of the Grand Canal.

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Standard Family Room

30 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 2 large double beds
Max 5 guests
Air conditioning, Private bathroom, Flat-screen TV

A 30-square-metre room designed to accommodate up to five people, furnished with tiled flooring, three beds, a wardrobe, heating, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

You want to stay just a few steps from the Rialto Bridge in the historic center of Venice.
You are looking for accommodation in typical Venetian style overlooking the Grand Canal or surrounding canals.
You are traveling with family or a group and need spacious rooms sleeping up to five guests.
You want free WiFi access and air conditioning included during your stay.
You wish to explore Venice's main attractions and museums entirely on foot.

Maybe not, if...

You have mobility difficulties or heavy luggage, as the property is set in a historic building without an elevator.
You are looking for a hotel with breakfast included or an on-site restaurant.
You require reception and check-in in the same building (keys are picked up at Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli).
You are traveling with pets, as pets are not allowed on the property.

Hotel facilities & services

Palazzo Lion Morosini offers guests a range of amenities designed to make their stay in Venice comfortable and convenient. The entire property is covered by high-speed free WiFi, available both in common areas and in private rooms. For storing personal belongings before check-in or after check-out, a convenient luggage storage service is available.

The reception staff, available for check-in procedures at the nearby partner property, assists visitors through the tour desk with bookings for guided tours, temporary art exhibitions, cultural walking tours, and recreational activities such as canoeing along the canals. The interior spaces of this historic residence are entirely non-smoking and air-conditioned, maintaining an ideal temperature in every season.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms available
Tour desk
Live music/performance
Luggage storage
Flat-screen TV
Canoeing

General facilities

Live music/performance
Tour or class about local culture
Walking tours
Temporary art galleries
Canoeing
Shared lounge/TV area
Luggage storage
Wake-up service
Tour desk
Invoice provided upon request
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safety deposit box
Air conditioning
Non-smoking throughout

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Internet facilities

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Wardrobe or closet
Socket near the bed
Clothes rack
Desk

Location & what to see

Palazzo Lion Morosini is located in Sotoportego del Remer, within the Cannaregio district, one of the most charming and authentic neighborhoods in Venice. The property enjoys a secluded and quiet location while being right in the city center, just 200 metres from the famous Rialto Bridge and 100 metres from the Fondaco dei Tedeschi panoramic terrace. A walking distance of about ten minutes leads to St. Mark’s Square, the Basilica, and the Doge’s Palace, located 600 metres away, allowing guests to easily walk among the symbolic monuments of Venice.

Transport connections to reach the property are convenient: Venice Santa Lucia Railway Station is just 1.2 km away and can easily be reached on foot or via ACTV water buses serving the Rialto stop. For those arriving by plane, Venice Marco Polo Airport is about 5.4 km away as the crow flies, connected to the city by water navigation lines and shuttle buses. Famous historic bars and restaurants are in the immediate vicinity of the palace, including Taverna Al Remer just 10 metres away, ideal for tasting Venetian cicchetti and traditional local cuisine.

The surrounding area offers an extraordinary cultural and artistic heritage. Ca’ d’Oro art gallery, an impressive palace overlooking the Grand Canal, is 200 metres away, while crossing the bridge provides access to the vibrant Rialto Market and the San Polo district. During the summer season, Venice Lido and its beaches are about 4 km away, offering an appealing seaside alternative to cultural visits through canals and squares.

Rialto Bridge — Famous stone bridge over the Grand Canal filled with shops. 150 m

Ca' d'Oro — Prestigious Gothic palace overlooking the canal with an art collection. 200 m

T Fondaco Rooftop Terrace — Panoramic terrace with a spectacular 360-degree view of the city. 100 m

St. Mark's Square — Monumental heart of Venice with the Basilica and Campanile. 600 m

Doge's Palace — Ancient seat of the Doge and masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. 650 m

Bridge of Sighs — Famous Baroque bridge in Istrian stone near St. Mark's Square. 650 m

What guests say about Palazzo Lion Morosini – Check in presso Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli

8

Very Good · 1.209 reviews

Staff

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Location

9.3

Cleanliness

8

Facilities

7.8

Value for money

8.1

Free Wi-Fi

8.3

Guests particularly appreciate the exceptional location in the heart of Venice, very close to Rialto and key services. The friendliness of the staff and the cleanliness of the rooms are also highly rated, although guests note the absence of an elevator and the requirement to check in at another nearby property.