Locanda Ca Del Console, Venice

Locanda Cà Del Console was originally a consul's private residence and dates back to the 18th century. The building sits directly on a typical Venetian canal, 300 metres from the church of San Zanipolo. Rooms are decorated with original frescoes and antique furnishings, reflecting the property's historical character.

All rooms include air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. Select rooms offer direct views of the canal and feature high ceilings with period details. The hotel provides daily housekeeping and a safety deposit box in each room.

The hotel is situated between Saint Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, both reachable in less than a 10-minute walk. Guests can walk to the Campo Santa Maria Formosa, a lively square with cafes and restaurants, in 2 minutes. The nearby Ospedale vaporetto stop provides water-bus connections from the airport.

The family-run staff offers personalised local dining recommendations and provides maps and tourist advice at reception. Complimentary transport assistance is available for arranging water taxis and gondola tours. Guests can request a private boat tour of the canals led by the owner's son, Alvise.

The ground-floor lounge opens directly onto the canal, with seating where guests watch gondolas pass by. An outdoor garden courtyard serves morning espresso and croissants. The on-site bar/lounge offers wine and champagne in the evenings, with the canal as a backdrop.

Building: 18th-century consul's residence with frescoes

Rooms: Canal-view accommodations with antiques

Location: 10-minute walk to St Mark's Square and Rialto Bridge

Service: Family-run with private boat tours by the owner's son

Dining: Espresso and croissants in a garden courtyard

Common space: Canal-side lounge with gondola views