Frommer's Italy 2018 by Stephen Brewer

Author:Stephen Brewer
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: FrommerMedia
Published: 2017-09-08T04:00:00+00:00

San Marco

Expensive

Corte Di Gabriela This gorgeous boutique hotel just a short walk from Piazza San Marco combines contemporary design with classical Venetian style—ceiling murals, marble pillars, and exposed brick blend with designer furniture and appliances (including free use of iPads, strong Wi-Fi, and satellite TV). The fully renovated property dates from 1870, once serving as the home and offices of Venetian lawyers. It’s the attention to detail that makes a stay here so memorable, with breakfast one of the highlights and well worth lingering over: fresh pastries made by the owners the night before, decent espresso, and crepes and omelets cooked on request.

Calle degli Avvocati 3836. www.cortedigabriela.com. 041-5235077. 10 units. 280€–460€ double. Rates include breakfast. Vaporetto: Sant’ Angelo. Amenities: Bar; babysitting; concierge; room service (limited hours); Wi-Fi (free).

Moderate

Locanda Fiorita Hard to imagine a more picturesque location for this little hotel, a charming, quiet campiello draped in vines and blossoms—no wonder it’s a favorite of professional photographers. Most of the standard rooms are small (bathrooms are tiny), but all are furnished in an elegant 18th-century style, with wooden floors, shuttered windows, and richly patterned fittings (A/C and satellite TV are included). The helpful staff more than make up for any deficiencies, and breakfast is a real pleasure, especially when taken outside on the campiello.

Campiello Novo 3457a. www.locandafiorita.com. 041-5234754. 10 units. 110€–185€ double. Rates include breakfast. Vaporetto: Sant’Angelo (walk to the tall brick building and go around it, turning right into Ramo Narisi; at a small bridge turn left and walk along Calle del Pestrin until you see a small piazza on your right [Campiello Novo]; the hotel is immediately opposite). Amenities: Babysitting; concierge; room service; Wi-Fi (free).

Locanda Orseolo This enticing inn comprises three elegant guesthouses operated by the friendly Peruch family and located right behind Piazza San Marco. The place oozes character, with exposed wood beams and heavy drapes, and rooms lavishly decorated with Venetian-style furniture and tributes to the masks of the Carnevale—a cross between an artist’s studio and Renaissance palace. Lounge with an aperitif on the terrace overlooking the Orseolo canal, and enjoy eggs and crepes made to order at breakfast, while watching the gondolas glide by.

Corte Zorzi 1083. www.locandaorseolo.com. 041-5204827. 15 units. 150€–240€ double. Rates include breakfast. Vaporetto: San Marco. Amenities: Babysitting; concierge; Wi-Fi (free).

Violino d’Oro The relatively spacious rooms in this handsome 18th-century building have been adorned in a neoclassical Venetian style with exposed wooden beams, crystal chandeliers, and heaps of character. Most rooms overlook the romantic San Moisè canal, and Piazza San Marco is just a 5-minute stroll. At this price point (with incredible deals in low season), it’s reassuring to know you get A/C, satellite TV, and an elevator. Breakfast is an event, a vast spread of homemade cakes and muffins paired with one of the best cappuccinos in the city.

Calle Larga XXII Marzo 2091. www.violinodoro.com. 041-2770841. 26 units. 114€–214€ double. Rates include breakfast. Vaporetto: San Marco–Vallaresso (walk up Calle di Ca’ Vallaresso, turn left on Salizada San Moisè and cross the footbridge; the hotel is across the campiello on the left).

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