Locanda Silva, Venice

Locanda Silva - A historic family-run Venice hotel near St. Mark's Square with canal views and shared terraces

Located 492.1 ft from St. Mark's Square in the Castello district, this 23-room family-run Venice hotel occupies a historic building featuring wooden beam ceilings and traditional Venetian details. Managed by the Perut family since the mid-1900s, Locanda Silva provides air-conditioned accommodations with flat-screen TVs and satellite channels. Most rooms include private bathrooms, while some share facilities located in the corridor. Select superior rooms overlook typical Venetian canals and showcase artwork by painters who depicted Venice like Turner and Canaletto. Two rooftop terraces offer views across Venetian rooftops. A continental breakfast is served in the contemporary art-adorned dining room. The property sits just 3 minutes' walk from San Zaccaria waterbus stop, connecting to Marco Polo Airport, Murano, Lido, and other lagoon destinations. The Rialto Bridge and its fresh produce market are 5 minutes away on foot.

Pros

Free WiFi throughout the property and complimentary luggage storage

Guest library offering books left by previous visitors

Venetian art teacher-led tours available in English, French and Italian

Long-serving local staff provide insider knowledge of hidden city gems

Cons

No elevator in the building

Some rooms require using shared bathroom facilities in the corridor