“I loved being just a short walk from St. Mark's Square!”view full review
Locanda Cavanella - A Traditional Venetian Guesthouse Steps from St. Mark's Square
Located in the heart of Castello district, this 2-star Venice hotel features rooms named after traditional Venetian boats. Locanda Cavanella combines classic Venetian-style fabrics with modern amenities, including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and free WiFi throughout the property. Each soundproofed room includes a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. The guesthouse offers parquet floors, city views, and luggage storage facilities. A multilingual staff assists guests at this smoke-free property. The location places visitors 0.5 miles from Rialto Bridge and 0.5 miles from major landmarks including Doge's Palace, Piazza San Marco, and Campanile di San Marco. Eight restaurants, including Trattoria Al Gazzettino and Cafe Florian, operate within 0.5 miles, while waterbus stops at Fondamenta Nuove and San Zaccaria stand within a 5-minute walk.
Pros
Professional host management ensures present-at-check-in protocol
Soundproofed walls provide quiet rooms in the busy district
Located in Castello area known for authentic local wine bars
Walking distance to eight traditional restaurants and trattorias
Cons
Smaller rooms feature only one bedside table
All guests, including children, must be physically present during check-in
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Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city
City Centre
Venice
1.2
mi
Airports
Marco Polo (VCE)
8.5
mi
Canova (TSF)
19.5
mi
Train
Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station
1.1
mi
Facilities
Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
Modern and Clean Room
“The room I stayed in was modern, clean, and airy. I really appreciated the newly upgraded bathroom which added a touch of luxury to my stay.” view full review
Luxurious Bathroom
“The bathroom was nothing short of luxurious, with excellent water pressure in the shower. This made my morning routine feel more like a refreshing retreat.” view full review
Comfortable Bed
“The bed in my room was incredibly comfortable, nice for a restful night's sleep after a long day of exploring. This was perfect for unwinding.” view full review
Enjoyable Entertainment Options
“I loved having a large flatscreen TV in the room, complete with Netflix access. It was a fantastic way to relax in the evenings after a day of sightseeing.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Castello 4483,
Venice,
Italy,
30122,
Veneto
Map view
Castello 4483,
Venice,
Italy,
30122,
Veneto
City landmarks
Bridge
Rialto Bridge
2300 ft
Museum
Doge's Palace
3200 ft
Square
Piazza San Marco
3200 ft
Church
Basilica di San Marco
3200 ft
Landmark
Canal Grande
4900 ft
Bridge
Bridge of Sighs
3200 ft
Museum
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
1.1
mi
Landmark
Campanile di San Marco
3200 ft
Church
Basilica of St Mary of Health
1.1
mi
Landmark
Ponte di Rialto
4900 ft
Church
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
3200 ft
Landmark
Venetian Arsenal
3600 ft
Museum
Naval History Museum
3600 ft
Library
Libraria Aqua Alta
2300 ft
Church
St Mary of the Friars Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
4900 ft
Landmark
Ala Napoleonica
3200 ft
Church
San Rocco, Venice
4900 ft
Museum
Gallerie dell'Accademia
1.1
mi
Museum
Natural History Museum
4900 ft
Church
Church of San Zaccaria
3200 ft
Theatre
Teatro la Fenice
1.1
mi
Church
Santa Maria Formosa
2300 ft
Museum
Museo Correr
3200 ft
Gallery
Punta della Dogana
3200 ft
Church
Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli
2300 ft
Landmark
St Mark's Clocktower
3200 ft
Museum
Olivetti Exhibition centre in Venice
3200 ft
Gallery
Grassi Palace
1.1
mi
Palace
Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
1.1
mi
Nearby
Between Doge's Palace and the Arsenale
Riva degli Schiavoni
3200 ft
Restaurants
Dal Moro's Fresh Pasta to Go
1100 ft
Calle De La Casseleria
Osteria da Bacco S.N.C
400 ft
Calle de Le Rasse 1 Castello 4620
Magna Bevi Tasi
400 ft
Campo S.S. Filippo e Giacomo Castello 4520
Gelateria Murano
500 ft
Calle de le Rasse 4613
Gelateria Ruga Giuffa
300 ft
Venezia Castello Ruga Giuffa 4922
La Mela Verde
800 ft
Fondamenta de l'Osmarin Castello 4977 Ponte dei Greci
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