If you want to be near St. Mark's Square, the Ca' Del Dose gets top marks from us. It’s only three bridges from the square, with a handy restaurant next door, just far enough away to avoid the masses of tourists in the centre. The building, dating from early 20th century, was renovated in 2002.
Ana and Marco were brilliant, perfect hosts, as was Sonia, who helped out in the evenings. The beautifully decorated and furnished rooms are all named after famous Venetians and are spacious. There is a balcony room at the top. It is very reasonably priced. Breakfast is pre-packed in your room, but it's always there, so you can have breakfast all day!
If coming from the train/bus station, take vaporetto no. 51, which takes 20 minutes. Anna will email full directions.