Venetian Experience
Venezia · Italy

Venetian Experience

Welcoming guest house located in the vibrant Dorsoduro district of Venice, offering air-conditioned accommodations, free WiFi, and an excellent location a short walk from the Grand Canal.

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9 Score
469 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Venezia
Nearby Scuola Grande di San Rocco · 300 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Venetian Experience

Venetian Experience is a guest house located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, just 500 metres from the Grand Canal and close to the Scuola Grande di San Rocco.

The property offers a selection of accommodations designed for couples and small families, including double rooms with canal views and independent studio apartments featuring a private kitchen and terrace. All units are air-conditioned and feature free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a coffee machine, and a kettle for preparing hot drinks independently. The private bathrooms are fitted with a shower, bidet, and hairdryer.

The location in Dorsoduro allows guests to easily walk to Venice Santa Lucia railway station and the Piazzale Roma bus terminal. In the immediate vicinity, there are historic cafés, traditional taverns, and a wide choice of restaurants, ideal for trying local cuisine or enjoying a traditional Italian breakfast before exploring the alleys.

Venetian Experience
★ 9 · Excellent · 469 reviews

Plan your stay at Venetian Experience

Welcoming guest house located in the vibrant Dorsoduro district of Venice, offering air-conditioned accommodations, free WiFi, and an excellent location a short walk from the Grand Canal.

Room types

The accommodations at Venetian Experience are designed to ensure functionality and comfort during a stay in Venice’s historic centre. The offering includes both traditional double rooms and a practical independent studio apartment, with room sizes ranging between 16 and 25 square metres.

All units are equipped with air conditioning, heating, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with satellite and streaming channels, as well as a minibar and a coffee machine with an electric kettle. The bathrooms, all private although external to the room for some accommodations, feature a shower, bidet, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Some room types offer panoramic canal views, while others feature a private balcony or terrace opening onto the internal courtyard, providing a pleasant outdoor space.

Large Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Venetian Experience
Large Double Room with External Private Bathroom
19 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • River view, Minibar, Coffee machine

A 19 sq m accommodation able to host up to 4 guests, featuring panoramic views of the canal. It includes an external private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, flat-screen TV with streaming services, minibar, and coffee machine.

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Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Venetian Experience
Double Room with External Private Bathroom
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • River view, Coffee machine, Minibar

A 16 sq m room facing the river, equipped with a large double bed and an external private bathroom located outside the room. It features air conditioning, a minibar, electric kettle, and flat-screen TV.

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Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Venetian Experience
Double Room with External Private Bathroom
16 m² · Private bathroom

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

A 16 sq m double room distinguished by a private balcony overlooking the quiet internal courtyard. It includes an external private bathroom, air conditioning, and tea and coffee making facilities.

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Studio Apartment with Balcony — Venetian Experience
Studio Apartment with Balcony
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Kitchen, Terrace, Dishwasher

Spacious 25 sq m studio offering full independence thanks to a private kitchen equipped with a stovetop, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Complete with a courtyard-view terrace/balcony and an extra-large double bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want to stay in the quiet and elegant Dorsoduro district, just 500 metres from the Grand Canal.
  • Yes, if you are looking for air-conditioned accommodations equipped with a coffee machine, minibar, and free WiFi.
  • Yes, if you desire an accommodation with a kitchen and private terrace for maximum independence.
  • Yes, if you want to reach Santa Lucia station and Piazzale Roma within a short 700-metre walk.
  • Yes, if you are traveling with your pet and looking for a property that provides pet baskets and bowls.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you are looking for a hotel with on-site parking, as the property is located in Venice's pedestrian center.
  • Maybe not, if you prefer breakfast served internally rather than at a nearby café.
  • Maybe not, if you strictly require an en-suite bathroom inside the room, as some accommodations have a private bathroom located externally.
  • Maybe not, if you require extra beds, as the property only provides cribs upon request.

Hotel facilities & services

The services offered at Venetian Experience are structured to make exploring the city convenient while ensuring a comfortable rest for all guests. The property provides free WiFi throughout and offers convenient daily housekeeping service.

Guests can make use of outdoor areas such as the sun terrace and outdoor furniture, ideal for relaxing moments. The guest house organizes walking tours, cooking classes, and local culture tours to deepen your knowledge of the city. Pets are allowed upon request, with dedicated pet baskets and bowls provided. Other amenities include laundry services, airport shuttle service for a fee, and an in-room safe.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Pets allowed

General facilities

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Walking tours
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Shuttle service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Mosquito net
  • Key access

Food & drink

  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Media & technology

  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Linen

Location & what to see

Venetian Experience is located in the Dorsoduro neighborhood, one of the most charming and authentic areas of Venice, situated in the south-central part of the lagoon city. The district is renowned for its quiet yet lively atmosphere, characterized by historic squares, art galleries, artisan shops, and squares frequented by residents and university students from nearby Ca’ Foscari.

The location is convenient for getting around the city: Venice Santa Lucia railway station and the Piazzale Roma bus terminal are just 700 metres away, allowing for an easy arrival on foot without long vaporetto rides. The majestic Grand Canal is 500 metres away, while famous landmarks like the Scuola Grande di San Rocco are just 300 metres away. Additionally, the Accademia Bridge and the Constitution Bridge are within a walk of about 500-550 metres, quickly connecting Dorsoduro to the San Marco and Cannaregio districts.

For art and culture lovers, the area offers prestigious institutions reachable in just a few minutes, including Palazzo Grassi at 350 metres and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection at 750 metres. Crossing the Rialto Bridge, approximately 1.1 km away, or walking to St. Mark’s Square at 1.2 km, guests can immerse themselves in iconic Venetian architecture between the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. The surroundings are rich in historic bacari taverns and restaurants where you can sample famous Venetian cicchetti.

Scuola Grande di San Rocco — Historic Venetian building housing extraordinary painting cycles by Tintoretto. 300 m
Palazzo Grassi — Prestigious 18th-century palace venue for major contemporary art exhibitions. 350 m
Accademia Bridge — Famous wooden bridge offering panoramic views over the Grand Canal. 500 m
Peggy Guggenheim Collection — Renowned modern art museum housed in a canal-side palace. 750 m
Rialto Bridge — The oldest bridge spanning Venice's Grand Canal. 1.1 km
St. Mark's Square — Monumental heart of Venice surrounded by the Basilica and the Doge's Palace. 1.2 km

What guests say about Venetian Experience

9
Excellent · 469 reviews
Staff
9
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.8

Guests particularly praise the exceptional location in the Dorsoduro district and the excellent cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The helpfulness of the staff and the convenient proximity to major transport links and cultural landmarks are also highly appreciated.

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