Hotels on Venice Island are not really in the budget traveller's domain. However, to experience Venice, you really need to get a taste of it at dusk . . . and later. When all the hordes disappear to their hotels on the Lido or in Mestre, Venice becomes a very different creature, more docile yet mysterious. During the evening a stillness comes over the canals - whatever you do, don't watch Don't Look Down until you come back or the atmosphere might leave you a bit daunted. The streets do tend to be badly lit so stick to the main routes and with a bit of clever navigation you can discover the nocturnal pleasures of Venice.
This tiny hotel lies in the Dorsoduro district, a pretty Bohemian neighbourhood of narrow canals and quality restaurants. The location is quiet, just of the Grand Canal, nestled in behind the majestic S. Maria della Salute.
Despite a review I read by another member, I found the staff to be courteous, helpful and very accommodating. The hotel itself has an attractive canalside location. Like all Venice island hotels, prices are extremely inflated as everything, including sewage, has to be transported in and out by boat. My room was small, very clean but with no TV or fancy trimmings . . . and a shared toilet . . . for €80 per night. This might seem like a lot for a single room, but by Venetian standards this is cheap!!
The hotel offers a left luggage facility which is handy if you have a late flight. Book online at .