Locanda Ca' Formosa, Venice

Locanda Ca' Formosa - A restored historical Venice hotel with canal views in the cultural Castello district

Located in a quiet area of Castello, this 3-star Venice hotel occupies a restored historical building just steps from Campo Santa Maria Formosa. The property features 11 air-conditioned rooms across two buildings: the main Ca' Formosa on the third floor and the renovated Corte del Paradiso annex on the first floor. Each room, named after famous Venetian doges, comes equipped with satellite TV, free WiFi, a safe, and private bathrooms with hairdryers. Two rooms, Dandolo and Orseolo, offer canal views, while the Dandolo junior suite features a canopy king-size bed. Locanda Ca' Formosa serves a breakfast buffet of Italian and continental options from 8:00 to 9:30 AM for an additional €7.50 per person. The 24-hour front desk staff assists with tourist information, restaurant bookings, and gondola excursions. The property stands a 10-minute walk from both Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, with numerous restaurants and shops on its doorstep.

Pros

Quiet location in a historical district despite high tourist traffic nearby

Staff arranges guided city tours and Murano Island excursions

Complimentary tea and coffee facilities in all rooms

Top floor rooms offer panoramic views of Venice's rooftops

Cons

Main building rooms require climbing to third floor without elevator

Breakfast not included in room rate