Casa San Giovanni e Paolo

Hotel Description

Nestled in the historic heart of Venice, the charming 3-star Casa San Giovanni e Paolo offers an authentic Venetian experience with modern comforts. Located at Calle della Testa 6368 in the characterful Cannaregio district, this well-positioned hotel boasts an impressive 8.5/10 rating from satisfied guests, reflecting its exceptional service and attention to detail. The hotel’s name pays homage to the magnificent Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo, one of Venice’s largest and most important churches, which stands just moments away. This strategic location places you in a perfect position to explore Venice’s magnificent attractions while enjoying a retreat in one of the city’s more authentic, less tourist-crowded neighborhoods.

The Cannaregio district provides a fascinating glimpse into genuine Venetian life, where locals go about their daily routines amid picturesque canals and centuries-old architecture. From Casa San Giovanni e Paolo, guests can easily reach the spectacular Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square within a pleasant 15-minute walk, while the immediate area offers charming cafés, traditional bacari (Venetian wine bars), and artisanal shops. The nearby Fondamente Nove waterbus stop provides convenient access to the outer islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello, famous for their glass-making, lace-making, and ancient cathedral respectively. Despite its central location, the hotel enjoys a relatively tranquil setting on Calle della Testa, allowing guests to retreat from the hustle and bustle of Venice’s main thoroughfares after a day of exploration.

Casa San Giovanni e Paolo has earned its impressive 8.5 rating through consistently delivering a blend of traditional Venetian hospitality and essential modern amenities. The establishment embraces the rich architectural heritage of Venice, with interiors that reflect the city’s unique aesthetic sensibilities while providing comfortable accommodations for discerning travelers. Each morning, guests can begin their Venetian adventure with a quality breakfast before stepping out directly into the labyrinth of canals, bridges, and narrow streets that make Venice one of the world’s most extraordinary cities. The highly-rated staff members are known for their local knowledge and willingness to assist with restaurant recommendations, transportation arrangements, and insider tips for experiencing Venice beyond the typical tourist attractions. Whether you’re visiting for a romantic weekend, a cultural excursion, or a longer exploration of the Veneto region, Casa San Giovanni e Paolo offers a welcoming base that captures the essence of Venice’s timeless appeal. Its combination of an enviable location in the historic Cannaregio district, proximity to major landmarks, and consistently positive guest experiences makes this 3-star gem a standout choice for travelers seeking authentic Venetian accommodation without compromising on quality or convenience.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $98. Apartment with Garden View with 1 large double bed, 1 single bed and 1 sofa bed for 1 – 2 guests

Reviews

• Krzysztof from Poland – 10 November 2022 (9/10)

  Great location, apartment is big, good enough for 4 people. Nice kitchen and bathroom. In a perfect spot from where is easy to explore the city. Recommend. Easy late checkin.

• Mindaugas from Lithuania – 7 February 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: The host was not very supportive and customer friendly.
  Would appreciate free wifi.

• Annika from Estonia – 7 September 2024 (9/10)

  There is plenty of space in the apartment. There were three of us. It was great that the teenager could have a separate room to be on their own. The location is very convenient – everything you need is close by.
  
  What could be improved: It seems like it's not possible to install mosquito nets on the windows of this apartment – so a few hungry mosquitoes managed to get inside.

• Ina from United Kingdom – 11 September 2022 (9/10)

  It was perfect – lovely apartment in a perfect location to explore Venice!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing really

• George from Bulgaria – 15 May 2022 (9/10)

  Perfect place and wonderful host
  
  What could be improved: Everything was perfect

• Yury from Belarus – 19 November 2024 (9/10)

  The apartment is very conveniently located. You can walk to St. Mark's Square or to the Rialto Bridge in 10-15 minutes. There are several minimarkets (COOP) with groceries close to the apartment. The apartment is (in Eastern European terms) on the third floor (or on the second in European terms). The stairs from the entrance to the house lead straight to the third floor. The rooms are very clean and tidy. The equipment of the apartment is very thoughtfully done. The interior of the apartment is done with taste. Indeed, there are many rules and conditions for using the apartment. You need to spend some time to study these rules. When a person is in the mood for relaxation, studying the rules and following them can be somewhat difficult and uncomfortable for him. But this way you can feel a little like a local resident, not a guest. 🙂
  
  What could be improved: The disadvantage of the apartment is that there is a bakery on the ground floor of the house. The bakery is located right under the bedroom windows. They can start working there at 6 am – they start rattling trays. On one of the days of our stay in the bakery, they started rattling trays at 3 am. It was impossible to sleep. You can go to sleep in the living room, since the living room is a little away from the bakery and the noise is not as audible as in the bedroom. But this is inconvenient.
  In the bathroom, the glass curtain is made in such a way that every time there is a fear of breaking it, and this is uncomfortable.

• Malte from Ireland – 10 September 2024 (4/10)

  Please read before booking. Place was good located, apartment was clean – cleaning fee: 250€.
  
  I have been renting private accommodations for over 15 years across the globe, and this was by far the most painful booking process and the rudest host I have ever encountered. I felt unwelcome from the first email and throughout the entire stay.
  
  First, the host made us sign two pages of unbelievable house rules, including penalties for failing to meet them. I had to answer 4-5 emails before getting the booking confirmed and check-in information. This was a red flag, but by the time I went through a lot, placed a deposit, etc., so we proceeded.
  
  The host charges an outrageous €250 for cleaning, which I suspect is due to not paying taxes on rental income – tax fraud, perhaps? He also asked for a security deposit of €400, which I’ll come back to later. Additionally, we had to pay €30 extra for additional bed sheets, and the beds were not even made. While this wasn’t a major issue, it felt off considering the extra charge.
  
  What could be improved: Check-in was tricky; we let the host know that we would arrive in the morning, however, we were not allowed to arrive before 5 PM, even though check-out is before 10 AM. When we arrived, the code for the main door didn’t work. We were lucky that a neighbor opened the door after 10 minutes. When I mentioned this to the host, he casually replied, “Oh yeah, I might have to update the code,” with no apology whatsoever. Two days before our arrival date, the host “reminded us” that we were supposed to meet with another guy in the apartment – promisingly at 7 PM on our day of arrival, so 2 hours after the late check-in. Not knowing why, we would have to meet this guy anyway, I suggested 4 PM the next day as we wouldn’t be at the place on this evening. The proposed time didn’t seem to work for Giovanni – so we left it there. In his ‘review’ on booking.com, the host mentioned that we didn’t want to meet with this guy?!
  
  I had planned to work for half a day from the apartment until I realized there was no Wi-Fi included. I would have needed to inform the host a week in advance – with a daily charge of €5 for Wi-Fi. The place itself was clean, but it was warm as only the A/C in the hall was working. When I mentioned this to the host, he responded that the A/C in the living area hadn’t been working for a long time and that the hall A/C was more than efficient to cool down the entire apartment – well, it wasn’t.
  
  We left the place tidy, with the garbage of one honey melon and some leftover olives in the trash bin from the night before. When asking if everything was fine with the place a few days after, I learned that the host claimed to charge an additional €50 for leaving the trash in the bin? I agreed to pay the additional fee just to get over it.
  
  Overall, this was the worst rental experience I’ve ever had. I would strongly advise against booking any property with this host. Sincerely, Malte Gausemeier

• Yannick from Germany – 25 May 2023 (2/10)

  What could be improved: Host was very unfriendly. In an initial messages exchange in a chat(!) she demanded to be addressed with her name in a very unfriendly way. Furthermore she charged 50 euro for leaving a few pieces of paper in the garbage. Hospitality seems to be a foreign concept to her. No proper duvets and beds must be made on your own. Wifi costs money and needs to be requested a week in advance. Lol. Can't give a proper invoice either. Don't sleep here!

• Gesine from Germany – 1 November 2024 (9/10)

  Die Lage ist toll. Die Wohnung sehr schön gelegen, hell und geräumig.

• Frédérique from France – 6 October 2024 (9/10)

  L'emplacement de l'appartement est idéal.
  Très bien aménagé et très propre

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