Fodor's Expert Review La Calcina
Dorsoduro 780, Venice, Veneto, 30123, Italy
Many notables (including Victorian-era art critic John Ruskin) have stayed at this hotel, though they might not recognize it after its series of upscale renovations; it has an enviable location along the sunny Zattere, as well as comfy rooms and apartments with parquet floors, original 19th-century furniture, and firm beds. You can reserve the rooftop altana (wooden terrace) for sunbathing or a private retreat, or enjoy an afternoon tea in one of the lounge's quiet corners with flickering candlelight.
PROS
- panoramic views from some rooms
- quiet, peaceful atmosphere
- well-regarded restaurant with terrace over the Giudecca Canal
CONS
- not for travelers who prefer ultramodern surroundings
- no elevator
- most rooms on the small side
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast