Le Sorelle

Le Sorelle Overview

First Impressions

Walking through the narrow streets of Castello to find Le Sorelle, you’ll probably pass it once before realizing you’ve arrived — it’s tucked into one of those tiny Venetian squares that feels like a secret. The entrance is understated in that effortlessly elegant way that three-star Venetian hotels do so well. I mean, this isn’t about flashy lobbies or marble everything, but there’s something immediately welcoming about the place that makes you exhale after navigating Venice’s maze of bridges and crowds.

Location & Neighborhood

Honestly, the location is what really sets this place apart — couples have figured this out, which explains why it scores so highly for romantic getaways. You’re in Castello, which means you get that authentic Venetian neighborhood feel without being stuck way out on the edges. The walk to San Marco takes maybe ten minutes, but here’s the thing — you’re far enough away that you can actually breathe and hear yourself think. The little campiello outside is perfect for morning coffee or evening wine, and you know what? Sometimes the best part of Venice is just sitting in a quiet square watching locals go about their day.

The Rooms

The rooms at Le Sorelle have that cozy, intimate feel that works perfectly for couples — nothing oversized or trying too hard, just comfortable spaces with Venetian character. You’ll find the usual suspects like exposed beams and traditional touches, but it’s done thoughtfully rather than as a tourist gimmick. The bathrooms are compact (this is Venice, after all), but well-designed, and the beds are actually comfortable, which isn’t always a given in historic buildings. What I really appreciated was how quiet everything felt, especially considering you’re still very much in the heart of the city.

Getting Around

Here’s where that 9.4 location score really makes sense — you’re positioned perfectly to explore without feeling like you’re constantly fighting crowds. The nearest vaporetto stop is close enough to be practical but far enough that you’re not dealing with the chaos that comes with being right on the Grand Canal. Walking to the Doge’s Palace or Rialto Bridge becomes this pleasant stroll rather than a battle through tourist hordes. Plus, there are some genuinely good local restaurants within a few minutes’ walk — the kind of places where you might be the only non-Italians in the room.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.3 rating isn’t an accident — Le Sorelle delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense. It’s the kind of place where the staff actually remembers your name, where the neighborhood feels real, and where you can have a romantic Venice experience without breaking the bank or feeling like you’re in a tourist bubble. The combination of genuine Venetian atmosphere, smart location, and that intimate scale makes it work particularly well for couples who want to feel like they’ve discovered something special rather than just booked another hotel room.

Le Sorelle Accommodations

Reviews of Le Sorelle

• Teresa from United Kingdom – 3 January 2025 (10/10)

  Everything! The whole experience of staying was exceptional.
  
  What could be improved: I cant think of any negative comments!

• Carla from Australia – 30 September 2024 (10/10)

  Spacious rooms, spotlessly clean and an exceptional host, lovely quiet spot in great location

• Maria from Australia – 5 September 2024 (10/10)

  The property was out of the way, there were many stairs but we were all fit – lol. There were canal views in each room. We would rebook this property

• Matthew from United Kingdom – 9 August 2024 (10/10)

  Great location.

• Savio from United States – 5 August 2024 (9/10)

  Good location, Good amenities. Very spacious apartment. The caretaker Rudi was also excellent and coordinated very well.
  
  What could be improved: The apartment is on the top floor so those with trouble climbing stairs etc. might want to reconsider. That was not an issue for us.

• Yu from Hong Kong – 24 July 2024 (9/10)

  We absolutely loved the location, and the view from the apartment was exceptional – overlooking the canals. It was situated in a very quiet and quaint area, but still close to main attractions, restaurants, shops. The host, Rudy, was super nice, met us at the waterbus station and even helped carry one of our luggages to the apartment. The apartment was extremely clean and tidy – it had all the amenities like glassware, cutlery, plates, etc. The air conditioning worked great, which was important as it was very hot.
  
  What could be improved: The water heater kept turning off so we had some cold showers. There is a walk up of stairs to the apartment, which we did not have a problem with, but others might.

• Joelly from United States – 16 July 2024 (10/10)

  The location is a residential area vs touristy was perfect for us. It was a 10 min walk to S Marco Square and everything else was close. Nice quiet area with amazing “locals only” restaurants and bars nearby. The close proximity to the water bus stop to take us to the airport was excellent.
  
  What could be improved: 3 flights of stairs at the end of the day was tiresome but tolerable once we entered the AC!

• Maria from Ireland – 24 April 2024 (10/10)

  The location was very good

• Andrew from United Kingdom – 15 March 2024 (9/10)

  The apartment is in a quiet neighbourhood. Seeing children going to school in the mornings was a great contrast to the thronging, touristy areas of Venice. Still, even though we had some elderly people who struggle to walk long distances in our group, we reached the Piazza San Marco in only 20 minutes.
  The apartment itself is just as in the pictures. It had everything we needed to recover from long days of sightseeing.
  Rudi was an ever-obliging guest, he met us at the pier, helped us with our luggage and explained all the necessary information to us clearly and with a friendly manner.
  We really had a lovely stay.
  
  What could be improved: The only things we didn't like are applicable to any accommodation in Venice (e.g. many flights of stairs, having to wait for refuse collectors), so it wouldn't be fair to judge the apartment negatively on their account.

• Ruth from United Kingdom – 19 February 2024 (9/10)

  Beautiful, clean and well equipped apartment in a quiet but central area of Venice. Florence, one of the hosts, was incredibly friendly, met us at the water bus stop and gave us lots of tips and explanation on the area. The rooms have amazing views and the place is really spacious – even for 6 adults!
  
  What could be improved: The location wasn’t quite where the address showed on the map – a little less central than expected, but actually very peaceful and near the water bus to the airport. Only other issue was the lack of extra pillows – nothing else to complain about and great value for money.

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