

Hotel Description
Nestled in the historic heart of Venice, the 3-star “Raggio di Sole Dietro Piazza San Marco” offers an authentic Venetian experience with modern comforts and conveniences. This charming boutique hotel, whose name translates to “Ray of Sunshine Behind St. Mark’s Square,” lives up to its promising title by providing a bright and welcoming atmosphere just steps away from one of the world’s most famous plazas. With an impressive guest rating of 8.5, this highly-regarded establishment has consistently delighted travelers with its exceptional service, prime location, and attention to detail. Situated on Salizada Zorzi in the characteristic Castello district, the hotel provides an ideal base for exploring Venice’s labyrinth of canals, bridges, and architectural wonders. The prestigious address in the 30122 postal code area places guests within minutes of St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco), the breathtaking Basilica, and the iconic Doge’s Palace, while still offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling tourist areas.
The Raggio di Sole distinguishes itself with thoughtfully designed accommodations that blend traditional Venetian elements with contemporary amenities. Each room serves as a comfortable sanctuary after days spent wandering Venice’s enchanting streets and waterways. The well-maintained property reflects its excellent 8.5 rating through its immaculate premises, professional staff, and commitment to guest satisfaction. Visitors frequently praise the hotel’s strategic location in the Castello district, one of Venice’s most authentic neighborhoods, where local artisan shops, charming cafés, and historic buildings create an atmosphere of genuine Venetian life. From the hotel, guests can easily access the vaporetto water bus stops, making exploration of the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge, and other Venetian islands like Murano and Burano remarkably convenient. The Salizada Zorzi address places guests in a neighborhood known for its historic significance and architectural beauty, while still providing a sense of retreat from Venice’s more crowded tourist centers.
What truly sets Raggio di Sole Dietro Piazza San Marco apart is its ability to provide an authentic Venetian experience without sacrificing comfort or convenience. The hotel’s highly-rated services reflect a deep understanding of travelers’ needs while navigating this unique floating city. Morning breakfasts can be enjoyed before venturing out to discover Venice’s countless treasures, from world-class museums to hidden local gems. As evening falls, guests can return to their comfortable accommodations after experiencing the magic of Venice at sunset, perhaps having enjoyed a gondola ride or an aperitivo along the canals. The 3-star rating belies the exceptional value provided, with many guests noting that their experiences exceeded expectations based on the reasonable pricing for such a premium location. Whether visiting Venice for the first time or returning to rediscover its timeless beauty, Raggio di Sole Dietro Piazza San Marco stands as a beacon of hospitality in this extraordinary city, offering not just accommodation, but a genuine connection to the romantic, artistic spirit that has defined Venice for centuries.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $196. Holiday Home with 1 double bed for 1 – 2 guests


Reviews
Iwona from Ireland – 9 July 2023 (9/10)
Clean comfortable apartment fully equipped. Comfortable bed and sofa.A quiet place at night and in the morning. The apartment is a 30-minute walk from St. Luci train station.Venice is the pearl of Italian cities.A gondola ride provides a lot of impressions from local carriers operating these water vehicles. You can learn interesting historical information about Venice.Thank you, Anita, for the warm welcome in the apartment for all the information she gives to us about how to get around Venice and what worth is seeing. The city is beautifully full of small shops, cafes, restaurants, craft shops, antiques, and bakeries. Beautiful museums, basilicas, churches, squares, delicious and not expensive food. To avoid standing in queues, it's best to get up early in the morning. Please remember. If you want to be allowed into a place how basilicas or churches, take care of appropriate clothing covering the shoulders and shorts to a minimum of the knees.
Iwona and Adam
What could be improved: It was a funny situation. I don't know if I should write it. We probably remember it for the rest of our lives. Please watch out for the mean seagulls. One of them dived in flight and in a second ate my son's entire ice cream and half a waffle😆😆😆.Tracey from Australia – 15 October 2024 (9/10)
The host was great, very communicative and very quick to respond to our questions.
The apartment is in an excelled location, not far from San Marco square and the vaporetto stop.
There are some great restaurants close by as well.
If you are in Venice, make sure you do the Secret Itineraries tour of Doges Palace. we really enjoyed the look into the other side of the palace and its history. .
What could be improved: nothing at all.
Be aware there are 2 flights of stairs to get to the apartment and you will need to carry your luggageJen from United States – 6 May 2024 (9/10)
Great location. Very clean. Exceptional host that was very attentive before and during our stay.
Elarna from New Zealand – 6 February 2024 (9/10)
Amazing host, we were very looked after and welcomed
What could be improved: All was perfectGabriela from Brazil – 29 October 2023 (9/10)
Really liked the apartment, very comfortable and clean. It was a really nice stay.
Hali̇l from Turkey – 29 August 2023 (9/10)
location, clear, kitchen
Cristiana from Romania – 16 August 2023 (9/10)
Very good location, really in the city center, with easy access to everything. The apartment is nice, clean, welcoming, you find in almost everything you need, Anita is always willing to help and I highly recommend this location for those who want to get a taste of Venice life. Thank you, Anita!
What could be improved: Minor things. The space around the opened couch is a little bit narrow but that's Venice. And the couch is really big and comfortable.
Maybe a coffee machine would be great, but you can drink the excellent italian coffee just around the corner and all over the place so no big deal.Paul from Australia – 29 April 2023 (9/10)
This was a beautiful, clean, well-equipped property that was centrally located. There were so many eating options close by.
What could be improved: NothingNaomi from United States – 23 April 2023 (9/10)
location was perfect, the apartment was very updated and clean, the amenities were nice.
What could be improved: nothing at all 🙂 will love to returnSarah from United Kingdom – 8 April 2023 (9/10)
Exceptional property for up to 4 people! The central location was a huge benefit – 3 or 4 minutes walk to Piazzo San Marco and 8 minutes to Rialto – and meant we were surrounded by restaurant options. The flat itself was delightful – well equipped and furnishings of an high standard , and wonderfully clean. (One thing to note – the apartment is on the first floor and accessed by a fairly steep staircase). We will certainly return, many thanks to our lovely host.
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Ca’ d’Oro: 150 m
- Doge’s Palace: 150 m
- Rialto Bridge: 150 m
- Piazza San Marco: 200 m
- Procuratie Vecchie: 200 m
- The Bridge of Sighs: 150 m
- Bell Tower of San Marco: 150 m
- T Fondaco Rooftop Terrace: 150 m
- Olivetti Exhibitionn Centre: 250 m
- Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo: 300 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Al Giardinetto: 0 m
- Restaurant Gelateria Ruga Giuffa: 0 m
- Restaurant Risotrante Al Giardinetto di Severino: 0 m
Top attractions:
- M9 Museum: 15 km
- Grassi Palace: 1.5 km
- Campo San Polo: 1.3 km
- Accademia Bridge: 1.5 km
- Biennale Gardens: 950 m
- Papadopoli Gardens: 2.3 km
- Constitution Bridge: 2.5 km
- Museum of Naval History: 350 m
- Scuola Grande di San Rocco: 1.8 km
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection: 1.1 km
Natural beauty:
- Forest Lido di Venezia Biotopi Litoranei: 4.6 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Lungomare d’Annunzio Beach: 4.3 km
Public transport:
- Bus Zendrini: 11 km
- Train Marittima: 3.1 km
- Bus Passo Campalto: 11 km
- Train Venice Santa Lucia Train Station: 2.3 km
Closest airports:
- Treviso Airport: 34 km
- Venice Marco Polo Airport: 7 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Transport:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Activities:
- Live music/performance Additional charge Off-site
- Movie nights Additional charge Off-site
- Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Mosquito net
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- French
- Italian
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Reception services:
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Kitchenette
- Airport shuttle
- Flat-screen TV
- Washing machine
- Shower
- Live music/performance
- Movie nights
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
- Detached


Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 23:30
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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