Hotel Noemi

Hotel Description

I remember stumbling upon Hotel Noemi after a long vaporetto ride from the train station – you know, the kind where you’re crammed in with tourists and their luggage, dodging the Grand Canal spray. It’s tucked away on Calle Dei Fabbri, this narrow little alley in San Marco that’s got that classic Venetian vibe: old stone walls, the faint echo of footsteps, and yeah, sometimes the whiff of canal water if the wind’s right. Honestly, it’s just a quick wander from Piazza San Marco – like, five minutes if you’re not stopping to gawk at the mask shops or grab a gelato from that spot on the corner with the ridiculously good pistachio. I mean, Venice is all about getting lost in those calli, but this place feels like a smart hideout; not right in the pigeon frenzy of the square, but close enough that you can pop over for sunset bells without breaking a sweat.

The hotel itself? It’s a solid 3-star setup in one of those historic buildings – think creaky wooden floors that add character (or keep you up if you’re a light sleeper, fair warning). My room was on the second floor, overlooking the alley – nothing fancy like a canal view, but it had this cozy, lived-in feel with exposed beams and a bed that was surprisingly comfy after a day of pounding pavements. Breakfast is included, and it’s the real deal: fresh croissants, cappuccino that actually tastes like Italy (not the weak stuff you get in chain spots), and some fruit to pretend you’re being healthy. The staff were great – this one guy at reception, Marco I think, gave me the lowdown on avoiding the tourist traps; he suggested ducking into Campo San Polo for a quieter aperitivo instead of the overpriced spots near Rialto. Oh, and check-in was a breeze, even when I showed up sweaty and late from a delayed ferry – no fuss, just a quick key handoff and a map scribbled with his favorite cicchetti bars. That said, the Wi-Fi can be spotty in the evenings when everyone’s streaming, and if you’re here in high season (June through August, basically), the alley gets a bit noisy with delivery carts clattering by at dawn. But hey, that’s Venice for you – sort of charming in its chaos.

All in all, if you’re looking for an authentic slice of the city without shelling out for those ritzy palaces on the Grand Canal, Hotel Noemi’s a gem. It’s got that 7.7 rating for a reason: reliable, unpretentious, and perfectly positioned for exploring. I spent my days wandering to the Accademia Bridge or hopping a boat to Murano, and coming back here felt like returning to a friend’s place – well, minus the free wine, but you get the idea. Just pack light (those stairs are no joke with heavy bags) and embrace the quirks; it’ll make your trip memorable in the best way.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $178. Single Room with 1 single bed for 1 – 1 guests
• Estimated price from: $384. Economy Double Room with 1 double bed for 1 – 1 guests
• Estimated price from: $271. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 1 – 2 guests
• Estimated price from: $292. Superior Double Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 1 – 2 guests
• Estimated price from: $353. Triple Room with 1 single bed, 1 large double bed and 3 single beds for 1 – 3 guests

Reviews

• Laurentiu from Romania – 1 April 2024 (8/10)

  The staff was very friendly, the breakfast was great and the location was very close to the square, only 5 minutes away. I highly recommend it!

• Sue from United Kingdom – 19 March 2025 (8/10)

  Excellent location – breakfast average

• Spencer from United Kingdom – 12 February 2025 (8/10)

  Location is superb for exploring Venice. Rooms have everything you need and are clean and tidy.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast could have a better choice.

• Shane from New Zealand – 2 January 2025 (8/10)

  Great location near all the central attractions and quiet for sleeping

• Sarah from United Kingdom – 27 November 2024 (8/10)

  Fantastic location just off of St Marks Square. Very clean.

• Moran from Australia – 4 October 2024 (7/10)

  Very close to sights
  
  What could be improved: Lighting in the room was too dull

• James from United Kingdom – 1 October 2024 (9/10)

  Lovely period feature building. Very cosy. Friendly staff.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast area was small with a fairly basic breakfast. Stiff adequate though.

• Paul from Australia – 21 September 2024 (9/10)

  Location was exceptional
  
  What could be improved: Shower was very narrow and hard to get out of

• Jennifer from United Kingdom – 11 September 2024 (9/10)

  Lovely cosy room – comfortable and clean. Hotel in great central location to all attractions & amenities. Welcome bottle of Prosecco was a lovely touch.

• Stefano from United Kingdom – 4 September 2024 (9/10)

  nice staff…new room …. good position

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