🇮🇹 Venice, Italy
Ca' Due Leoni
📍 565, Venice, 30121
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Your stay — Ca' Due Leoni
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The Property — Ca' Due Leoni
Ca' Due Leoni is a no-frills three-star slotted into a 15th-century palazzo on the quiet Giudecca Canal, across the water from St Mark's. The lobby smells faintly of old wood and canal damp; the breakfast room has a terrace where you can watch vaporetti chug past. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want genuine Venice — peeling paint, real neighbours, no tourist tat — and don't mind a short vaporetto ride to the main sights.
Chronicles of Venice
Venice was founded in the 5th century by mainland refugees fleeing barbarian invasions, who drove piles into mudflats and built a maritime republic that dominated Mediterranean trade. Its architecture is a hybrid of Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance styles, all balanced on wooden piles beneath the waterline. Today the city survives on tourism and suffers from chronic depopulation (down to about 50,000 residents from 150,000 in 1950). Culturally, it remains defined by the Biennale, the Film Festival, and an uneasy coexistence with the cruise ships that still enter the Giudecca Canal.
Best Time to Visit
Full Venice guide →Best months
May and September: long daylight, average high 22–25°C, low water levels and fewer cruise crowds than midsummer. October also works for golden light and quiet streets.
Peak / festival surge
July to August and Carnevale (February). July is peak mass tourism — St Mark's and Rialto are crushingly full, vaporetti are packed, hotel prices double. The Redentore festival (third weekend July) brings fireworks and boat parties. August is hot and sticky, with sudden acqua alta possible.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early October: milder weather, discounts of 20–30% on July rates, queues at major sights drop sharply. November is cheapest but can be foggy and prone to flooding.
Weather & packing
July in Venice is humid and hits 30°C+ by midday, but sudden thunderstoms or a cooling breeze off the lagoon can drop the temperature fast. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella at all times — and absolutely bring comfortable walking shoes; there are no cars, only bridges and cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Venice
- From 2026, Venice has expanded its access fee (€5, rising to €10 in peak) to all day-trippers booking less than 30 days ahead; overnight hotel guests are exempt but must register via their hotel.
- The new Vaporetto Line 4.2 now runs direct from Giudecca to Sant'Elena, cutting travel time to the Biennale gardens by roughly 15 minutes.
- Several pump houses have been reactivated ahead of the 2025-26 winter flooding season as part of the MOSE barrier's ongoing testing; tourists should still expect occasional high water alerts even in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ca' Due Leoni, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) facing the internal courtyard rather than the street; these catch more natural light and are calmer.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms as they often face a narrow street with foot traffic and are exposed; also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
The address at 565 suggests a position off a main canal or on a side calle. The best view would be from an upper-floor room looking out over a canal or a small campo, if available; otherwise, a courtyard view is preferable to a brick wall.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally quietest, being further from street level and the small lobby area.
🔊 Noise notes
Venice's narrow streets amplify voices, foot traffic, and rolling luggage. Being near a canal, water traffic (motorboats at dawn) can be audible, though less frequent than road traffic. The hotel's four floors mean the lift and stairwell can carry noise from guests arriving late.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm when luggage delivery and room turnover have settled — early arrivals may wait in a small lobby. 2. If arriving by water taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the canal entrance closest to the hotel (typically near a small bridge); wheels on cobbles are loud and tiring.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ca' Due Leoni
Free for all guests; speeds around 20 Mbps; login code given at reception, no time limit
Small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free Wi-Fi for digital reading; building is a 16th-century palazzo with original stone staircase
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available after 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €50, subject to availability
Free for day of arrival/departure; locked room near lobby
No step-free entry – two steps at main door; no ground-floor rooms; lift is narrow (max 2 people); not suitable for wheelchair users
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Garage San Marco (€45/night, 15-min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4.50 per person per night, mandatory, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria di Nazareth (121 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Simeon Piccolo (297 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di Santa Maria dell'Addolorata (359 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Simeone Profeta (380 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Savorgnan — 291 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Ebraico — 710 m · ~9 min walk
Teatro Fondamente Nove — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Santa Lucia — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Mini Market — 152 m · ~2 min walk
Venezia Santa Lucia — 177 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside actual bank branches for decent rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Rialto or airport – they add huge fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard contactless accepted almost everywhere; smaller bacari (wine bars) and market stalls often cash-only.
Not expected; round up the bill in restaurants if service was fine (€1-2). Taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at the bar for an espresso – about €1.10 to €1.20.
A panino or tramezzino from a bakery or bar – around €5-7.
A pasta or pizza main at a trattoria off the main tourist drag – roughly €12-16.
Cicchetti (small snacks) in bacari around the steep alleyways near the railway bridge; also pizza al taglio places.
Conad, COOP, and Despar; there's a Conad just off the main canal near the Riva di Biasio vaporetto stop.
Chain stores along Strada Nuova; for cheaper basics, head to the Coin department store or OVS near the Rialto bridge area.
1-day ACTV vaporetto pass (€25) is best for heavy boat use; otherwise walk. From Marco Polo airport: ACTV bus line 5 or Alilaguna blue line water bus (€15 vs €8 bus).
1) Buy cicchetti and a small glass of wine standing at bacari counters for a cheap lunch. 2) Avoid eating or drinking on Strada Nuova – walk 50m into side alleys. 3) Fill a water bottle at the public water fountains (fontanelle) – free and safe.
Good to know — Venice
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Venice, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ca' Due Leoni
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Santa Lucia — 162 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Palazzo Veneziano → Venice & Regional Destinations
💡 Call ahead for airport transfers; local drivers know beach and restaurant spots well
Sarasota Coach Station → Tampa, Miami, Regional Cities
💡 Use for day trips to Tampa or Miami; station is 15 mins from hotel via local taxi
Palazzo Veneziano → Downtown Venice & Surrounding Areas
💡 Use the local bus for beach access and downtown restaurants; Route 1 is most useful for tourists
Venice, Florida (Palazzo Veneziano) → Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
💡 Most convenient for hotel transfers; pre-book evening rides to avoid surge pricing
About Venice
Wikipedia ↗
Venice is a city in northeastern Italy and the capital of the region of Veneto. It is built on a group of 126 islands that are separated by expanses of open water and by canals; portions of the city are linked by 472 bridges. The islands are in the shallow Venetian Lagoon, an enclosed bay lying bet...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ca' Due Leoni?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) facing the internal courtyard rather than the street; these catch more natural light and are calmer.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ca' Due Leoni?
Avoid ground-floor rooms as they often face a narrow street with foot traffic and are exposed; also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Ca' Due Leoni noisy?
Venice's narrow streets amplify voices, foot traffic, and rolling luggage. Being near a canal, water traffic (motorboats at dawn) can be audible, though less frequent than road traffic. The hotel's four floors mean the lift and stairwell can carry noise from guests arriving late.
Which rooms have the best views at Ca' Due Leoni?
The address at 565 suggests a position off a main canal or on a side calle. The best view would be from an upper-floor room looking out over a canal or a small campo, if available; otherwise, a courtyard view is preferable to a brick wall.
What are insider tips for staying at Ca' Due Leoni?
1. Check in after 2pm when luggage delivery and room turnover have settled — early arrivals may wait in a small lobby. 2. If arriving by water taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the canal entrance closest to the hotel (typically near a small bridge); wheels on cobbles are loud and tiring.
What time is check-in at Ca' Due Leoni?
Check-in at Ca' Due Leoni is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ca' Due Leoni have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speeds around 20 Mbps; login code given at reception, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ca' Due Leoni?
€4.50 per person per night, mandatory, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Ca' Due Leoni?
A panino or tramezzino from a bakery or bar – around €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ca' Due Leoni?
1-day ACTV vaporetto pass (€25) is best for heavy boat use; otherwise walk. From Marco Polo airport: ACTV bus line 5 or Alilaguna blue line water bus (€15 vs €8 bus).
When is the best time to visit Venice?
May and September: long daylight, average high 22–25°C, low water levels and fewer cruise crowds than midsummer. October also works for golden light and quiet streets.
Top Attractions in Venice
💡 Visit early morning (7-10am) for the market's best energy and fresh catches; afternoons are quieter and touristy.
💡 Head to Campo Santa Margherita for a cheap Aperol Spritz and people-watching; it's less crowded than San Marco.
💡 Queue early (before 9:30am) to avoid long waits; cover shoulders and knees else they turn you away.
💡 During non-Biennale years, the park is empty and peaceful; bring a picnic as cafes nearby are overpriced.
💡 Buy a combined ticket with the Scuola Grande di San Rocco next door (€12 total) for two major art collections in one trip.