Leoncini with a wonderful canal view

Hotel Description

Welcome to the enchanting Leoncini with a wonderful canal view, a distinguished 3-star hotel nestled in the historic heart of Venice, Italy. Located on Calle dello Spezier in the charming Castello district, this exceptional accommodation boasts an impressive 9.5 rating, placing it among the most beloved stays in this timeless floating city. The Leoncini offers guests the perfect blend of Venetian authenticity and modern comfort, with its namesake canal views providing a quintessential Venetian experience right from your window.

Situated in the Castello district, one of Venice’s most authentic neighborhoods, the Leoncini grants guests privileged access to the city’s rich cultural tapestry. This eastern sestiere (district) is home to the verdant Giardini Pubblici, the historic Arsenale—once the powerhouse of Venice’s naval industry—and is just a short walk from the iconic St. Mark’s Square with its magnificent basilica and campanile. The hotel’s address on Calle dello Spezier places you in a charming, less-touristed area where you can observe local Venetian life while still being conveniently connected to the city’s major attractions. The nearby waterways offer easy access to water taxis and vaporetti (water buses), making exploration of the Grand Canal and the surrounding islands of Murano, Burano, and Lido effortless and delightful.

What truly sets the Leoncini apart, however, is its exceptional quality of service and attention to detail, reflected in its outstanding 9.5 rating. Guests consistently praise the hotel’s immaculate accommodations, where traditional Venetian décor—think Murano glass chandeliers, brocade fabrics, and tasteful antiques—merges seamlessly with modern amenities. The hotel’s signature feature, its wonderful canal view, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into Venetian life as gondolas and boats glide by on the shimmering waters. Each morning, guests can enjoy a sumptuous breakfast while watching the city come alive from the comfort of the hotel’s elegant dining area or, weather permitting, on the intimate terrace overlooking the canal. The dedicated staff, many of whom are native Venetians with extensive knowledge of the city’s hidden gems, provide personalized recommendations that go beyond the typical tourist path—from secret bacari (wine bars) serving delicious cicchetti (Venetian tapas) to lesser-known art collections and craft workshops. This insider knowledge, combined with the staff’s warm Italian hospitality, creates an immersive experience that transforms a simple stay into a profound connection with Venice’s cultural heritage. Whether you’re planning your first visit to La Serenissima or returning to deepen your love affair with this extraordinary city, the Leoncini with a wonderful canal view offers an authentic, high-quality base from which to discover the infinite wonders of Venice, promising memories that will linger long after your departure.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $261. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed for 1 – 2 guests

Reviews

• Roger from France – 29 July 2024 (10/10)

  Wonderful location and an incredibly authentic feel of living in Venice.

• Ilaria from United Kingdom – 21 December 2024 (10/10)

  Everything.

• Shahad from United Kingdom – 20 September 2024 (10/10)

  Amazing property and clean and very kind person the owner really if I go another time to Venice I take it this property , also Amazing location behind shopping restaurants , canal , sea
  
  What could be improved: Everything

• Maria from Australia – 2 July 2024 (10/10)

  The space, the view, the environment
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.
  It could have some towel paper for the kitchen. But nothing major.

• Darya from Belarus – 29 May 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment is very authentic, neat and has a unique atmosphere. Loved the location, the view is magnificent! The master is also very pleasant, met us at a boat station and helped with the luggage! Very nice and polite, puts his soul to the business. Would recommend, 100/10!

• Damian from Poland – 22 March 2024 (10/10)

  Super close to St. Mark Basilica, close to everything, you can reach app from Airport using direct boat. Owner super friendly and helpful. All was fantastic
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Valencia from United Kingdom – 22 November 2023 (10/10)

  Location as awesome! Huge space and Nikos is so communicative and so helpful that it made our journey to the apartment so easy, with no worries at all. There are bars and restaurants all round , but it’s lovely and peaceful in the apartment. The view down onto the canal is amazing and we loved sitting and watching the world go by. One of the nicest touches was a bottle of wine or Prosecco you can purchase on arrival. After a long journey and arriving into the evening when everything was closing, it was lovely to open the apartment door, put bags down, feet up and have a glass of wine.
  The apartment is spacious, spotless and well equipped. We loved the little tea selection and coffee made available. Bed was super comfy and huge.
  Would defo stay again. The only thing I would add, is it would be helpful to have a small table in between the chairs in the sitting room area so you don’t have to put your cup or glass on the floor if sat watching tv. But all in all.. perfecto!
  
  What could be improved: Its was a LOVELY apartment!!

• Ian from Australia – 9 October 2023 (10/10)

  Nikos was an excellent communicator and replied promptly to all of our questions. He gave us great suggestions of what was available in the area. The apartnent was very clean and comfortable.
  We really enjoyed our stay, and should we be back in Venice, we would certainly be looking at staying here again.
  
  What could be improved: As we are getting older, the stairs up to the apartment were sometimes a challenge, especially with luggage. I would suggest those with mobility issues would be better in a ground floor apartment in Venice unless an elevator is available.
  No iron or ironing board.

• Monika from United Kingdom – 8 July 2023 (10/10)

  Amazing flat in a great location! Really specious with everything you need. Nice balcony with a lovely view of the canal. Hosts were extremely helpful, always responded quickly to every query. Even when I just asked about some restaurant, attractions etc. recommendations. Went above and beyond to make our stay as easy and enjoyable as possible. Would definitely stay there again😊
  
  What could be improved: I liked everything.

• Santiago from Sweden – 13 May 2023 (10/10)

  The apartment is clean and well equipped. It has everything you need for a short vacation. Wi-Fi that works well. From the balcony you can see a beautiful canal where many gondolas pass. The host is great, all ways available and helpful. The location is great, central and close to the most important places. Lots of restaurants and cafes nearby. we strongly recommend this property.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing: everything was perfect

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