LOCANDA SANT'AGOSTIN, Venice

Locanda Sant'Agostin - A 16th-century Venice hotel with canal views in San Polo district

Located in San Polo, Venice's oldest neighborhood, this three-star Venice hotel occupies the first floor of a 16th-century building marked by a distinctive green door with brass knocker. Locanda Sant'Agostin features rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, electronic contactless locks, and private marble bathrooms. Some rooms overlook the San Polo and Sant'Agostin canals, while all rooms include wooden floors and soundproofing. The breakfast buffet is served in a dining room adorned with antique chandeliers, where tables feature red and gold jacquard linens and damask-upholstered chairs. The 24-hour reception staff can arrange gondola rides and excursions to Venice Lagoon islands. The property stands 11 minutes from Rialto Bridge and 5 minutes from Basilica Frari, with Campo San Polo just a 3-minute walk away. Locanda Sant'Agostin sits 10 minutes on foot from Santa Lucia Station.

Pros

Situated in a quiet residential area away from tourist crowds

Breakfast includes specially prepared cappuccinos and hot chocolate

Located near authentic Venetian craft shops and typical stores

Walking distance to Le Mercerie and Via 22 Marzo shopping streets

Cons

1 mile from St. Mark's Square and Doge's Palace

Requires climbing stairs to reach the first-floor lobby