HOTEL PAUSANIA, Venice

Hotel Pausania - A 14th-century Venetian residence with garden views in artistic Dorsoduro

Housed in a former aristocratic Venetian residence from the 14th century, this Venice hotel features 24 rooms adorned in traditional Venetian style. The property centers around a welcoming dining room with a garden-view veranda where breakfast is served daily. A spacious lobby includes large sofas, reading nooks, and a casual bar, while the main floor showcases a bright living room accessed via an Istrian stone staircase. All accommodations come equipped with private bathrooms, LCD TVs, minibars, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Located in Dorsoduro between Accademia Galleries and Santa Margherita Square, Pausania places guests 1640.4 ft from Gallerie dell'Accademia and 1 mile from St. Mark's Basilica. The Ca' Rezzonico water bus stop stands 5 minutes away by foot.

Pros

Original 14th-century architectural elements preserved throughout the building

Private garden provides a quiet retreat from city crowds

Located in Dorsoduro's cultural district, surrounded by museums and authentic restaurants

5-minute walk to water transportation connections

Cons

1 mile walk to main tourist attractions like St. Mark's Square

No on-site parking facilities available