Residenza Riccardo

Residenza Riccardo Overview

First Impressions

Walking through the narrow streets of Cannaregio to find Residenza Riccardo, you’ll pass locals heading to work and small neighborhood cafes that tourists rarely discover. This three-star guesthouse sits tucked away from the main tourist routes, which honestly makes arriving feel like you’ve stumbled onto something special. The building itself has that weathered Venetian charm — you know, the kind where you can actually picture centuries of stories behind those walls. It’s not flashy or grand, but there’s something genuinely welcoming about the entrance that immediately puts you at ease.

Location & Neighborhood

Cannaregio is where Venice starts to feel real again, and this location really delivers on that promise. You’re close enough to walk to San Marco in about fifteen minutes, but far enough away that you can actually breathe without bumping into tour groups every few steps. The nearby Fondamenta delle Zattere gives you those postcard canal views, while the Jewish Quarter — just a short stroll away — offers some of the city’s most authentic restaurants. I mean, couples rate this spot 9.0 for good reason; there’s something romantic about wandering these quieter streets together, discovering hidden bridges and local wine bars that feel like your own little secret.

The Rooms

The accommodations at Residenza Riccardo strike that perfect balance between Venetian character and modern comfort. You’ll find rooms that actually feel like rooms (not the shoebox-sized spaces you sometimes get in Venice), with traditional touches that remind you where you are without going overboard on the theme. The beds are genuinely comfortable — which matters more than you’d think after long days of walking on stone streets. Some rooms offer canal glimpses, though honestly, even the courtyard-facing ones have their charm with those typical Venetian shutters that make morning light feel magical.

Daily Life

What I really appreciate here is how the staff treats you like a person, not just another tourist passing through. They’ll give you actual neighborhood recommendations — the kind locals would share, not the obvious tourist traps. Breakfast keeps things simple but satisfying, with fresh pastries and proper Italian coffee that gets your day started right. The common areas invite you to linger a bit, maybe plan your day or just decompress after hours of sightseeing. There’s free Wi-Fi throughout, which works reliably (always a relief when you’re trying to navigate Venice’s maze-like streets).

Why Guests Love It

This place earns its 8.7 rating by doing the fundamentals really well without any pretense. You’re staying in one of Venice’s top-rated neighborhoods, getting genuine local flavor, and paying reasonable rates for what you receive. The location score of 8.6 tells the real story — you can walk to major sights when you want them, but retreat to a quieter corner of the city when the crowds become overwhelming. It’s the kind of place where you’ll find yourself taking a different route each time you head out, discovering new corners of Cannaregio that make Venice feel less like a museum and more like a living city.

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Residenza Riccardo Accommodations

Reviews of Residenza Riccardo

• Dana from United States – 17 October 2024 (9/10)

  Very quiet but in a GREAT spot in the Cannaregio district. From the water taxi stop at Guglio, about a 10 minute walk through alleyways and a couple bridges. Easy.
  
  Real close by is Vino Vero, Frito Inn, El Timon, Casa Bonita. And with some good walks the places with the throngs of tourists are very accessible.
  
  The place is an apartment. Perfect for. families I’d say or a two couples. Nearby is the Conrad market as well as other specialty shops. The kitchen has pretty much everything for your morning breakfasts. Or a corkscrew to open your wine in the evening.
  
  There was also a washing machine which was tiny but with patience certainly got the job done.
  
  If there were issue or questions the agency was on top of everything using WhatsApp and the person was very helpful.
  
  What could be improved: A few small things: the pressure of getting there if not some kind of fine (after 7 pm). A 4 euro tourist tax which is okay but it’s 2024 so just pay Booking it’s easier. The apartment also needed some instructions re the stove operation which was tricky. and a broom.

• Fernando from Mexico – 14 August 2024 (9/10)

  Ubicación y limpieza aunque los aires acondicionados no están en las recámaras sino en los pasillos y sala y se siente calor
  
  What could be improved: Aires acondicionados

• Karina from United States – 1 July 2024 (9/10)

  What could be improved: The water in the shower doesn’t drain well

• Lara from Italy – 5 June 2024 (9/10)

  Appartamento molto bello e pulito in una zona bellissima di Venezia. L'accesso alla struttura è stato semplicissimo. Ringrazio lo staff che è stato professionale, gentilissimo e super disponibile.

• Pilar from Spain – 22 July 2023 (9/10)

  La ubicación

• Marisa from Italy – 17 July 2023 (8/10)

  Appartamento nel complesso molto carino e accogliente in una posizione per me molto felice.
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  What could be improved: Appartamento dato di tanti confort, con alcune incongruenze: 2 televisioni, lavapiatti e lavastoviglie, mentre non c'era una marmitta e soprattutto mancavano le abasciur.
  Impossibilitata quindi a leggere a letto (unica luce abbagliante).
  Fatto presente all'agenzia mi hanno risposto che dipende dai proprietari (!?!)
  Segnalo inoltre che le indicazioni per raggiungere l'appartamento sono risultate molto confuse.

• Irina from Italy – 2 July 2023 (9/10)

  Хорошее расположение на окраине, зато тихий район, что очень важно. Квартира очень чистая и просторная. есть комары (!) (июнь) пожалуйста, самостоятельно приобретайте средства от комаров! Лёгкое прибытие, хозяин любезно позволил check-out в удобное время, спасибо!

• Alessia from Italy – 30 May 2023 (9/10)

  Camera confortevole, letti morbidi. Stanze ampie e posizione ottima
  
  What could be improved: Nulla da dire

• Josefa from Spain – 13 April 2023 (9/10)

  Les instal·lacions i que estava molt net.
  
  What could be improved: El preu és molt car.
  Teníem que tirar el fem de ls 6 a les 8 del matí.

• Hagai from Israel – 21 September 2022 (7/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: Smell of toilet was not good
  Not clean enough
  In the kitchen luck of equipment

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