Venice, Italy, generally is considered one of the most romantic and historic cities in the world. This "City of Canals" along the Adriatic Sea in Northern Italy actually is made up of 117 small islands that stretch across the Venetian lagoon. If you are planning a visit to Venice, consider staying in one of the smaller, family-owned hotels located in and around Venice.
The Hotel Fontana is located in a small square known as San Provolo in a building that once functioned as a convent. In 1968, the hotel was taken over by the Stainer family who still operate it today. This small hotel offers 15 guest rooms, all with private bathroom facilities. Two of the rooms also provide a private terrace overlooking San Zaccaria church. Other amenities at the Hotel Fontana include satellite television, telephones, common living room with small bar and breakfast buffet.
Hotel Fontana
Castello, 4701
30122 Venezia
+39-041-522-0579
hotelfontana.it
The recently restored Locanda Ca'Zose is located near the Church of the Salute, overlooking the basin that faces St. Mark's Square and within walking distance of many of the Venice attractions. The family-run hotel offers single rooms as well as rooms with two, three and four beds -- all with private bathroom facilities. Amenities at the Locanda Ca'Zose include air conditioning, satellite television, telephone, mini-bar and safety deposit boxes.
Locanda Ca' Zose-VENICE
Dorsoduro 193/B (Calle del Bastion)
+39-041-522-6635
hotelcazose.com
The hotel Il Mercante di Venezia is located in Old Town Venice on the Calle della Misericordia. Just a short walk from Canal Street and many of Venice's tourist attractions, this family-owned and family-operated boutique hotel offers guest rooms with private bathroom facilities as well as services such as tour reservations and airport transfers. Other amenities at the Il Mercante di Venezia include air conditioning, a small bar, satellite television and Internet, and the property is pet-friendly.
Hotel Il Mercante di Venezia
Cannaregio 379-Calle della Misericordia
30121 Venice
+39-041-275-9290
ilmercantedivenezia.com
