Hotel Alla Fava, Venice

Hotel Alla Fava - 14th-century Venetian building with canal views in Castello district

Located between Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, this Venice hotel occupies a historic 14th-century building overlooking Campo della Fava square and St. Zulian Canal. Hotel Alla Fava features 15 air-conditioned rooms equipped with LCD TVs, wooden floors, and free WiFi throughout. The rooms offer views of the canal, square, street, or courtyard, with select units featuring views of passing gondolas. A breakfast room with an arched roof and traditional stone windows serves daily spreads of yogurt, cereals, baked goods, cheese, fresh fruit, and pâté. The 24-hour reception provides luggage storage and tour assistance. The property stands 0.5 miles from Rialto Bridge and Libraria Aqua Alta, with landmarks like Piazza San Marco and the Bridge of Sighs 1 mile away. Multiple restaurants, including Ristorante Alle Corone and Rosticceria Gislon, are within 0.3 miles.

Pros

Original 14th-century architectural elements preserved throughout the building

Quiet location in Castello district, surrounded by local bars and cafes

Views of passing gondolas from select rooms

24-hour reception with tour assistance services

Cons

Airport access requires a one-hour boat ride on Alilaguna lines

Limited breakfast room space