La Loggia della Luna

Hotel Description

I remember stumbling upon La Loggia della Luna after a chaotic vaporetto ride from the airport – you know, the kind where you’re crammed in with everyone’s luggage and that faint salty canal smell hangs in the air. It’s tucked away in Santa Croce, right on San Croce 1150, which is honestly one of the quieter corners of Venice if you’re not into the nonstop buzz of San Marco. I mean, it’s just a short walk from the Santa Lucia train station – maybe 10 minutes if you’re not dragging a massive suitcase over those uneven cobblestones – and that makes a world of difference when you’re jet-lagged and trying to navigate without getting lost in the alleys. The building itself is this charming old Venetian townhouse, with faded terracotta walls and a little loggia (that’s like a covered balcony, for those not in the know) that peeks out over the street. Check-in was a breeze; the owner, this friendly guy named Marco, greeted me with a espresso and some tips on avoiding the tourist traps – like steering clear of the overpriced gondolas near the Rialto and hitting up the local bacari for cicchetti instead. No fancy lobby or anything, just a cozy reception that feels more like popping into a neighbor’s place.

What really won me over, though, was how the place captures that authentic Venice vibe without trying too hard. The rooms are on the smaller side – well, it’s a 3-star spot in a city built on water, so space is at a premium – but mine had these high ceilings with exposed wooden beams that made it feel airy, and the bed was surprisingly comfy, with crisp linens that smelled faintly of lavender (probably from whatever detergent they use). I lucked out with a view of a narrow rio, and mornings started with the soft lapping of water against the walls and distant church bells – sort of magical, especially in the off-season when things quiet down after 9 PM. Breakfast is simple but solid: fresh croissants, yogurt, and cappuccino served in a little courtyard that’s shaded by vines – nothing extravagant, but it beats the crowded cafes around Campo Santa Margherita, which is just a 15-minute stroll away if you want more action. Oh, and parking? Forget it; this is Venice, so leave the car at Piazzale Roma and walk or water-taxi over. One minor gripe: the Wi-Fi can be spotty in the evenings when everyone’s streaming, but honestly, who comes to Venice to scroll Instagram all night?

All in all, if you’re looking for a spot that’s got an 8.4 rating for a reason – think value without the fluff – La Loggia della Luna is a gem for travelers who want to feel like they’re actually living in Venice, not just passing through. It’s perfect for couples or solo wanderers in the shoulder seasons like spring or fall, when the crowds thin out and you can hear your own footsteps echoing on the calles. I’d go back in a heartbeat, maybe even splurge on that room with the bigger loggia next time. You know what? It reminded me why I fell in love with this sinking city in the first place – the little details that make you slow down and savor it.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $168. Junior Suite with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 1 – 2 guests

Reviews

• Carolina from Brazil – 6 January 2025 (9/10)

  Location is great, close to the train station in a not so touristy area. The place was super clean, spacious and comfortable. They let us have a bit of a later check-out and leave our bags there before we had to leave.
  
  What could be improved: Someone knocked on our door to remind us that check-out was at 10:30, despite having arranged a later check-out time and still having time remaining.

• Ivan from Russia – 2 April 2025 (9/10)

  Lovely comfortable hotel with everything you need for vacation and accommodation, helpful staff

• John from Australia – 7 March 2025 (9/10)

  Quiet area away from the tourist haunts.
  
  What could be improved: Not suitable for someone with mobility issues due to the number of stairs.

• Daniel from United States – 23 February 2025 (9/10)

  Excellent location with comfortable furnishings. A B&B minus the second B on a quiet side street a short walk from everything.
  
  What could be improved: Communication with staff was a bit difficult and it was a bit overpriced for just lodgings.

• Stefanos from Greece – 22 January 2025 (9/10)

  Very close to the bus and train station… very easy to find it with GPS on Google maps..we arrived few hours earlier and they let us leave our suitcases inside, and we were able to check in a bit earlier! Very helpful and kind personel,we stayed in the top floor room, it was spacious and clean,with everyday cleaning.you can use the coffee machine or fix a tea in the kitchen Very easy and it's a good way to start the day. you have absolute privacy! Very quiet area, and you can go in all the main attractions pretty quick! There's a super market pretty close! The bed was perfect (specially for the back problem that I have), and you got two pillows. Warm water all the time!!! And it was always more than enough for us two!!! If I ever go back to Venice I will totally go there again!!!! Book it with no second thoughts!!!
  
  What could be improved: All was good

• Tracy from United States – 1 January 2025 (9/10)

  Welcoming owner, clean, comfortable
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing about the property that was displeasing. These mentions are just things I did not know. Lots of steps but manageable. I didn’t realize that the common space was shared with other guests. It was not a problem for us. I just knew we would be up early and back late.

• Christopher from Australia – 22 December 2024 (9/10)

  Really lovely small guesthouse with comfortable rooms and a shared kitchen space. We really appreciated the kitchen and the ability to make coffee/tea and simple breakfast. Location is away from the touristy areas but still only a 20min walk to most attractions. A wonderful place to stay in Venice!

• Kurow from New Zealand – 6 December 2024 (9/10)

  A short walk from station and in very much a locals areas. Less touristy. Realtively easy to find (as far as finding anything in Venice)
  There are stairs to get to unit.
  We had shared area to ourselves so plenty of space.
  
  What could be improved: Reccommend

• Steven from United Kingdom – 7 November 2024 (8/10)

  Modern and clean
  
  What could be improved: For the price there could have been a few extra touches such as biscuits or pastries for the room as I have recieved in other places

• Renee from Australia – 23 October 2024 (9/10)

  Lovely staff, clean room in a nice quiet location in Venice that’s easy to get to from the train station and is close to some nice food spots.

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