Pensione Accademia - Villa MaravegevsPensione Guerrato
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege is preferred by most writers compared to Pensione Guerrato. Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege ranks #9 in Venice with positive reviews from 10 publications such as Oyster, Time Out and Star Service.
Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege
Dorsoduro 1058, 30123 Venice
From $138/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"You'll have to reserve far in advance to get any room here, let alone one overlooking the breakfast garden, which is snuggled into the confluence of two canals." Full review
Concierge
"This pretty, secluded 17th-century palazzo, set in a quiet area of Dorsoduro just off the Grand Canal, has two wonderfully lush gardens—perfect for relaxing on warm afternoons before dinner."
Fodor's
"Gothic-style "villa" where accommodations are charmingly decorated with a connoisseur's eye." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"After traversing the pretty garden, where an excellent buffet breakfast can be enjoyed, it’s the courtesy of the staff that is memorable."
Rough Guide
"Once the Russian embassy, this three-star seventeenth-century villa has a devoted following, not least on account of its garden."
Time Out
"In spite of the not always friendly staff, it's perennially popular with visitors seeking comfortable pensione-style accommodation." Full review
Star Service
"A 15-minute walk from St. Mark's Square, this endearing throwback is a blissful reminder of just how delightful Venice can be." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"With two lovely gardens flanked by canals, and an old-fashioned air in a less-touristy zone, the three-star Pensione Accademia — Villa Maravege has a genteel, throw-back charm." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 27-room Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege is a charming mid-range option in the artsy Dorsoduro neighborhood." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Step through the ivy-covered gate of this 17th-century garden villa just off the Grand Canal, and you’ll forget you’re a block from the Accademia." Full review
Pensione Guerrato
Calle drio la Scimia 240/a, Rialto, 30125 Venice
From $117/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's
"This welcoming, family-run pensione is housed in one of oldest palaces located in one of the oldest parts of the city."
DK Eyewitness
"This old-fashioned, former osteria (tavern) claims it was established in 1288. The rooms are charming and comfortable, although some share bath facilities."
Oyster
Budget
"Rooms are homey and charming... what this hotel does provide, is free breakfast and an exceptional location." Full review
Let's Go
"Located in an 800-year-old palazzo just steps from the Rialto Bridge, Pensione Guerrato’s palatial halls lead to reasonably sized rooms that tend toward comfort rather than fussiness." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Perhaps a bit of a cheapo splurge, the lovingly-run Guerrato offers 20 spotless rooms furnished with antiques and curiosities from far-flung travels." Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms are simply but classically furnished, with wood floors, exposed beams, air conditioning and private bathrooms—some rooms still contain original frescos, possibly dating from the medieval inn." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A prime Rialto Market location amid gourmet bacari makes Pensione Guerrato the Holy Grail for visiting foodies, and newly restored apartments are equipped with kitchens." Full review