Antica Locanda Sturion Residenza D'EpocavsPensione Accademia - Villa Maravege
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege ranks significantly higher than "Antica Locanda Sturion" Residenza d'Epoca. Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege ranks #14 in Venice with accolades from 8 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Antica Locanda Sturion Residenza D'Epoca
679 San Polo, Calle del Sturion, 30125 Venice
From $72/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
Frommer's
"A tastefully moderate hotel managed by the charming Scottish-born Helen and co-owner Flavia." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With such an alluring, courtly setting, the scene is set for romantic intrigue." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Situated very close to the Grand Canal, the Sturion’s central location, beautiful views and a history going back to the 1200s, all add to its appeal."
Rough Guide
"It’s on a wonderful site overlooking the Canal Grande at the Rialto."
Time Out
"Established in the late 13th century by the doge as an inn for visiting merchants, this hotel is still thriving - not surprising, given its Grand Canal location." Full review
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