Appartamento Giglio

Appartamento Giglio Overview

First Impressions

Walking down Calle del Dose da Ponte to find Appartamento Giglio, you’ll pass the kind of narrow Venetian alleyways that make you feel like you’ve stumbled into a movie set. This three-star property sits right in the heart of San Marco — and I mean really in the heart of it. The building itself has that weathered Venetian charm you’d expect, with those distinctive shuttered windows that somehow look both elegant and lived-in at the same time.

Location & Neighborhood

Honestly, the location is what makes this place special. You’re literally a few minutes’ walk from St. Mark’s Square, but tucked away enough that you won’t be dealing with the constant crush of day-trippers right outside your door. I’ve stayed in Venice enough times to know that finding this balance is actually pretty rare — most places are either too far from everything or right in the chaos. The nearby streets have those little bacari (wine bars) that locals actually frequent, plus a few grocery shops where you can grab essentials without paying tourist prices.

The Apartment Experience

What you’re getting here is essentially a well-appointed apartment rather than a traditional hotel room, which explains why couples rate it so highly. The space feels authentically Venetian — think exposed beams, terrazzo floors, and windows that open onto those impossibly narrow canals or courtyards. The kitchen setup is actually functional (not just decorative like some places), so you can brew proper coffee in the morning or store those amazing pastries from the bakery around the corner. The furnishings strike that sweet spot between comfortable and characterful — nothing too precious, but everything feels thoughtfully chosen.

Practical Comforts

The apartment comes with modern amenities that work reliably, which honestly isn’t something you can take for granted in Venice’s older buildings. The Wi-Fi is solid, the heating system actually keeps you warm during those damp winter months, and — this matters more than you’d think — the plumbing works properly. There’s enough storage space for a week’s worth of clothes, and the bathroom feels spacious by Venetian standards. You know what I really appreciated? The windows have proper blackout capabilities, so you can actually sleep in despite being in the middle of one of the world’s busiest tourist destinations.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.7 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve stayed here. It’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re living in Venice rather than just visiting it — you’ll find yourself taking different routes to St. Mark’s each day, discovering tiny bridges and hidden squares that most tourists never see. The combination of authentic atmosphere and modern comfort is hard to find at this price point, especially in San Marco. Couples particularly seem to love having their own space to retreat to after long days of sightseeing, plus there’s something undeniably romantic about having morning coffee while looking out at a Venetian canal from your own apartment windows.

Appartamento Giglio Accommodations

Reviews of Appartamento Giglio

• Soraya from United Kingdom – 11 November 2024 (9/10)

  The location was brilliant and the property was nice and clean. I would definitely stay there again and recommend to friends & family. The host, Liana, was lovely and very helpful.
  
  What could be improved: The property was lovely and clean

• Brun from France – 4 November 2024 (10/10)

  Tout, la propreté, la décoration, tout est très soigné, fonctionnel également.

• Jacek from Poland – 4 September 2024 (10/10)

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  What could be improved: nie ma żadnych zarzutów

• Alessandra from Italy – 1 June 2024 (10/10)

  Host was super responsive. Apartment was immaculate. Everything you need for a short stay. In a quiet though central part of town.

• Federico from Italy – 19 May 2024 (10/10)

• Birgit from Germany – 1 May 2024 (8/10)

  Wir kamen schon vor dem Check- in an, aber Liana hat alles poblemlos geregelt, wir konnten schon unser Gepäck dort lassen! Für 3 Personen ist es ein super Apartment mit einer tollen zentralen Lage!

• Jocelyne from France – 19 April 2024 (10/10)

  Situation idéale entre la place St Marc ( 7 min ) et le pont du Rialto ( 10 min ). Situé dans une petite ruelle très calme. Logement bien équipé, confortable et agréable.

• Carolin from Germany – 13 February 2024 (10/10)

  Gute Ausstattung der Ferienwohnung, viele kleine Annehmlichkeiten z.B. Wasser im Kühlschrank, Duschgel und Süßigkeiten. Bettwäsche und Handtücher modernes Design.

• Marco from Italy – 6 January 2024 (10/10)

• Elisabeth from Italy – 20 November 2023 (10/10)

  Es war wunderbar , die Besitzerin ist sehr lieb und zuvorkommend hat uns im appartment schokoladen kekse und wasser vorbereitet. Es riecht sehr gut im ganzen Appartment und das Bett ist sehr gemütlich. Es gibt 3 fernseher und in dem großen Zimmer hat der Fehrnseher sogar Netflix für einen gemütlichen Filmabend. Die Decke ist sehr hoch und di fenster haben so alte romantische Bögen.

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