CA’ del Dose

There were 3 of us traveling together so we were put in a separate apartment that is down the street and close to the cute coffee shop. It was clean, cute and we felt safe. Don’t forget that hot water is a luxury and that the water heater above the toilet is all the hot water you’ll get. Just something to get used to and be aware of so you’re not all soapy and the water turns cold.
The woman at the counter was very pleasant and wanted to help us with our Italian. We had our own apartment so we had our own keys, but be advised that someone is not at the front desk ²⁴⁄₇ but there is a phone number in case you need someone. Just not sure how available they are.

My boyfriend and I took an impromptu trip to Venice while staying in Florence… last minute accommodations were needed and this spot came highly recommended. They had a room available, so we booked it and hopped on the train. We only stayed one night, but it was a very pleasant experience. The owner was so nice! The room was very simple, very clean, and it had killer air-​conditioning! The entrance was off of a lovely little square with an old church at the side, so points for authenticity and quaintness! The location was very convenient, right near St. Mark’s square but set back from the main drag and very quiet. The owner also recommended the restaurant just down the street, and it was the most enjoyable meal I’ve had in Italy so far. All-​in-​all, friendly service, good location, reasonably priced (we went in May), would go back in a heartbeat!

Basic no-​nonsense hotel near St. Mark’s Basilica.
I have a few basic requirements for a hotel room in Venice: clean, comfortable, inexpensive and near St. Mark’s Basilica. There is nothing like staying up late into the night listening to the dueling orchestra’s in St. Mark’s Square and then a 5 minute walk back to the hotel with a smile on your face. All of those requirements are met with Ca’ del Dose.
There are only 6 rooms in this tiny hotel and my party of 8 nearly rented out the entire place. You have to tell them when you’re arriving at the hotel so they can meet you. After that you keep your keys and you can wander in and out of the hotel like it’s your own private apartment. I love that feeling! Someone comes in some time during the day and cleans your room and refills the miniscule but surprisingly tasty breakfast. Someone is at the front desk during the morning and afternoon but other than that you have the tiny place to yourself. The rooms are all basic and some rooms even have a balcony.
This is one of the easiest hotels to find in Venice. From St. Mark’s Basilica walk towards the gondolas, turn left at the water, keep the water to your right, go over 4 bridges and then turn left at the next alley. The hotel is on your right. Ask if they give a discount for paying in cash.