Romantic House Venice

Hotel Description

I remember stumbling upon Romantic House Venice after a long vaporetto ride from the train station – you know, the kind where you’re wedged in with everyone’s luggage and that faint salty whiff of the lagoon hangs in the air. It’s tucked away in Cannaregio, right on Sestiere Cannaregio 4031, which is honestly one of the more laid-back neighborhoods in Venice. Not the chaotic crush of San Marco, but close enough that you can wander over to the Rialto Bridge in about 15 minutes if you take the scenic route along Strada Nova. I arrived in the late afternoon during shoulder season – early October, when the crowds thin out but the light’s still golden – and the check-in was a breeze. The owner, this warm Italian guy named Marco (or was it Matteo? Anyway, super friendly), handed over the keys with a quick chat about the best nearby bacari for cicchetti. No big lobby fuss, just a cozy entrance with these old wooden beams that creak a bit underfoot, and honestly, it felt like stepping into someone’s actual home rather than some sterile hotel chain.

What really won me over were the rooms – mine was on the second floor, overlooking a narrow canal where gondolas occasionally glide by, their oars dipping with that soft splash that echoes at night. It’s a 4-star spot with a solid 9.1 rating, and yeah, it lives up to it without trying too hard. The bed was plush, with those crisp white linens that smell faintly of lavender (they must use some local detergent), and the bathroom had a rain shower that was a godsend after trekking around in the humidity. Breakfast is included – nothing extravagant, but fresh cornetti, cappuccino, and fruit served in a little courtyard that’s blissfully quiet in the mornings, except for the distant church bells from Santa Maria dei Miracoli, which is just a stone’s throw away. I mean, it’s not perfect; the Wi-Fi can be spotty if you’re in one of the back rooms, and there are stairs everywhere since it’s an old building – no elevator, so pack light if mobility’s an issue. But that’s Venice for you, right? We spent evenings wandering to the Jewish Ghetto nearby, grabbing spritz at tiny spots like Al Timon, where locals outnumber tourists, and it felt authentic, not staged.

All in all, if you’re after that romantic Venice vibe without the overwhelming bustle, this place is a gem. It’s perfect for couples – we caught a stunning sunset from the window, with the water reflecting those pink hues – or anyone wanting to dip into real neighborhood life. Sure, summer might get noisier with more foot traffic on the nearby bridges, but in quieter months, it’s serene. I’d go back in a heartbeat; just remember to book a water taxi if you’re arriving with bags, as the walk from the vaporetto stop at Ca’ d’Oro can be a hike over uneven stones. Trust me, it’s the kind of spot that makes you linger longer than planned.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $289. One-Bedroom House with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• We are coming back – Heather from United Kingdom – 2 November 2023 (10/10)

  Extremely quiet yet handy for getting around. Perfect for the three of us.

• Very good – Maria_ps_ from Greece – 28 August 2023 (8/10)

  Quiet area, near to supermarket. Everything was in a walking distance. Gaby, the lady that welcomed us was really helpful and gave us a lot of info about the area.
  
  What could be improved: There were no mosquitos' net at the windows. Some of the Kitchenware were not properly cleaned.

• Exceptional – Petr from United Kingdom – 11 August 2023 (10/10)

  Great modern first floor apartment, very well equipped with all you need. Would definitely book again!

• Very good – Merab from United Kingdom – 19 March 2023 (8/10)

  Clean, modern, close to activities.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing at all.

• Very good – April from Ireland – 20 October 2024 (8/10)

  Very central location. 10minute walk from the boat and 15minute walk from the centre. Gabby was fantastic, even collecting us from the boat and sending on recommendations for everything.
  
  What could be improved: Bedroom mattress was quite soft and pillows were too flat.

• Perfect location, great host – Mac from United Kingdom – 28 July 2023 (10/10)

  Great design. Great host
  
  What could be improved: More for bookings.com. Due to problems with my credit card, I was not given enough time (I was already traveling) to update the detail). This resulted in the booking being cancelled and the need to rebook at a higher price.

• Apartament excelent pentru familie cu copil. – Vlad-ionut from Romania – 26 April 2025 (10/10)

  Locația.
  
  What could be improved: Prețul, dar preturile sunt foarte mari in Veneția oricum, ne-am asumat

• Maravilloso apartamento para familias en Venecia. – Sergio from Spain – 21 April 2025 (10/10)

  Se llega directamente en barco desde el aeropuerto. Te vienen a recoger a la parada del barco y te acompañan al apartamento. Gaby nos dio muchas indicaciones sobre restaurantes y cosas que hacer. La comunicación fué muy fácil y continua antes de nuestra llegada a pesar del retraso de nuestro vuelo y la llegada tarde por la noche. El apartamento está situado cerca de todo (Rialto 5min a pie, San Marcos 10min a pie) en una zona muy tranquila y nada turística. Es mucho más grande y más bonito que lo que aparece en las fotos. Está limpísimo y tiene de todo. Wifi muy rápido. Las camas muy cómodas y el baño muy amplio. Una maravilla en Venecia.

• Superb – Lydie from France – 3 March 2025 (9/10)

  Super accueil par une personne qui parle anglais 👍 et qui donne de bons conseils ! La situation est idéale et l'appartement est propre et bien équipée.
  
  What could be improved: Difficile de dormir à deux dans un lit en 140 quand on est habitué à un grand lit en 160 mais le lit est confortable.

• Exceptional – Lorenzo from Italy – 31 December 2024 (10/10)

  L'appartamento è al primo piano con una rampa di scale.
  Si trova in una zona tranquillissima, ed è abbastanza vicino alle maggiori attrazioni da poterci andare a piedi senza usare vaporetti costosi e sempre pieni.
  Riguardo agli interni:
  il soggiorno è spazioso, con cucina accessoriata per potersi cucinare qualcosa, e con un divano letto comodo. Camera matrimoniale con letto comodo e un armadio bello grande. Il bagno è grande con una doccia grande, l'acqua non è caldissima (considerato che siamo stati in inverno) ma basta farla scorrere per qualche minuto che si scalda.
  La signora che ci ha accolto è stata gentilissima,, ci ha dato diverse informazioni sulla città e ci ha lasciato molte indicazioni utili.
  Un consiglio che vi dò è di fare un giro la sera a fondamenta de la misericordia, e farvi qualche cicchetto in uno dei tanti bacari.
  
  What could be improved: Suggerisco se possibile di lasciare in cucina una spugnetta per poter lavare stoviglie o pulire il piano della cucina, banalmente anche solo con un caffè si può sporcare, è spiacevole lasciare tutto da pulire al personale.

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