Appartamenti inside Palazzo Foscarini

Appartamenti inside Palazzo Foscarini Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Appartamenti inside Palazzo Foscarini in Venice, you immediately understand why this place gets such incredible location scores. I mean, you’re literally staying inside a historic Venetian palazzo in Dorsoduro — one of those neighborhoods that feels authentically Venetian rather than touristy. The building itself has that weathered elegance that only centuries-old Venetian architecture can pull off, and honestly, just stepping through the entrance feels like you’re part of the city’s living history.

The Dorsoduro Advantage

Here’s what I love about this location — Dorsoduro is where actual Venetians live and work, but you’re still walking distance from everything that matters. The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is practically next door, and you can reach St. Mark’s Square in about fifteen minutes on foot (though honestly, wandering through the maze of bridges and canals is half the fun). What really sets this area apart is how it feels in the evenings — while other parts of Venice empty out when the day-trippers leave, Dorsoduro stays alive with locals grabbing aperitivos and students from the nearby university.

The Apartment Experience

These aren’t your typical hotel rooms — each apartment feels like you’re staying in someone’s carefully curated Venetian home. The spaces blend original palazzo features with modern comfort in a way that actually works. You’ll find high ceilings, period details, and that particular quality of light that filters through Venetian windows. The kitchen setup is genuinely useful too, which matters when you want to grab fresh ingredients from the Rialto market and have breakfast overlooking the canals instead of crowding into a tourist café.

Living Like a Local

What strikes me most about staying here is how quickly you slip into a Venetian rhythm. There’s something about having your own space in a real palazzo that makes you feel less like a visitor and more like a temporary resident. The four-star rating reflects the thoughtful amenities and service, but it’s the authentic atmosphere that really makes the difference. You know what I mean — when you can step out your door and immediately be part of the neighborhood fabric rather than standing in a hotel lobby that could be anywhere in the world.

Why Guests Love It

The location scores speak for themselves — couples rate it 9.9, and honestly, I get it. Dorsoduro has this romantic, lived-in quality that’s perfect for wandering hand-in-hand through quiet campos and discovering hidden wine bars. But it’s not just about romance — the area works equally well for anyone who wants to experience Venice beyond the crowds. You’re close enough to hit the major sights during the day, but you come home to a neighborhood where you can actually breathe and feel connected to the city’s authentic character.

Appartamenti inside Palazzo Foscarini Accommodations

Reviews of Appartamenti inside Palazzo Foscarini

• Zaira from United Kingdom – 10 March 2025 (9/10)

  Very easy, short walk from Piazzale Roma, Anna was waiting for us outside the property

• Intasal from Latvia – 28 September 2024 (9/10)

  Nice italian apartment in very authentic italian building.
  Everything was clean. Apartment had everything you might need: an iron, hairdryer, kitchen supplies, AC and so on.
  Apartment next to St Margarita square where you can find food store, framacy, restaurants.
  
  What could be improved: Unfortunatley the check-out is at 10:30 without any option to leave the luggage somewhere.
  Also – keep in mind that check-in is till 19:30.
  We rushed from airport with taxi to be there on time.

• Elizabeth from Canada – 5 August 2024 (9/10)

  Great location. Away from the crowds.

• Robert from United States – 2 July 2024 (9/10)

  The location was central to everything, the apartment was spacious and peaceful, check in was very smooth and Chiara gave us so many wonderful tips for food and things to do and see. The apartment was spotless, and equipped with everything you might need for your holiday.
  
  What could be improved: nothing

• Harald from Austria – 14 June 2024 (9/10)

  A very nice flat, fully equipped, looking to a private courtyard/garden – and has mosquito nets, which is extremely important in Venice

• Alessandro from United Kingdom – 12 April 2024 (9/10)

  The location was perfect! Right on the canal and in a more local part of the city. The building was beautiful and rustic. The host was very friendly and helpful.

• Dimitrios from Greece – 12 December 2023 (9/10)

  The apartment is very nice, clean with beautiful decoration and located close to the city center. The owners of the accommodation were kind and willing to answer any problem or question we had.

• Beate from Belgium – 27 November 2023 (8/10)

  The location is in a quiet street in the beautiful area of Dorsoduro. We chose it because we were two friends traveling and wanted to have some privacy for each. It has everything you might need for a stay of a few days. Anna gave us some good suggestions for restaurants which were helpful.
  
  What could be improved: You cannot regulate the heating between day and night, but it was ok for us.

• Alserda from Netherlands – 26 October 2023 (9/10)

  The location was amazing. The host and cleaner were really kind and helpfull to us😀 The appartment was everything we needed.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• David from Canada – 4 July 2023 (9/10)

  attentive staff
  clean
  large apartment
  close to Santa Lucía station
  quiet neighbour hood
  
  What could be improved: mattress could have been a bit firmer

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