PENSIONE ACCADEMIA - VILLA MARAVEGE, Venice

Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege - A 17th-century palazzo with two gardens in Venice's art district

Located in the quiet Dorsoduro quarter, this three-star Venice hotel occupies a historic 17th-century palazzo near the Accademia Gallery and Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Pensione Accademia features two flourishing gardens - one facing the San Trovaso canal where guests take breakfast outdoors, and another ornate garden for relaxation. Each room includes air conditioning, USB sockets, international TV, minibars, and kettles with complimentary coffee and tea. The individually decorated accommodations showcase antique furnishings, traditional terrazzo flooring, and L'Occitane en Provence bathroom amenities. A continental buffet breakfast serves diverse options, including choices for guests with food intolerances. Pensione Accademia's position allows 15-minute walks to St. Mark's Square and main shopping areas, while water taxi access is available via the hotel's private dock.

Pros

Two rare private gardens in central Venice for outdoor dining and relaxation

Historic architectural elements including marble columns from San Marco's bell tower

Recognized by the Association of Historical Places of Italy

Notable past guests include Lawrence Olivier, David Gilmour, and Belgian royalty

Cons

At least one bridge with steps to cross from nearest water bus stops

Small dogs only allowed, with additional cleaning fee of 20 euros per day