Waterfront location close to restaurants and shops, plus three minutes from nearest vaporetto stop
Within walking distance of top sites like St. Mark's Square, Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs
Pleasant rooms have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and minibars
Some rooms have balconies with lovely views over the lagoon
Buffet breakfast included in rates
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Private jetty
Bathrooms are tiny
Decor might not be to everyone's liking
Some complaints of uncomfortable beds
No restaurant, bar, or fitness center
Set along the Venetian Lagoon waterfront -- just a three-minute walk from a vaporetto stop -- this modest mid-range hotel offers a convenient location for exploring Venice, plus lovely water views from some of its 14 guest rooms. There's not much in terms of features here beyond a free daily breakfast buffet that's served in a small dining room that shares space with the lobby. The property also has its own private jetty for those wanting to arrive or depart by water taxi. The rooms feature typical Venetian decor and a handful of modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi -- but bathrooms are tiny. For something with more features, check out Hotel Gabrielli, which has two restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and meeting rooms.
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Scene
Small and modest mid-range hotel overlooking the Venetian Lagoon
The Hotel Ca' Formenta's cute but unpretentious two-story pink facade conceals equally unassuming, yet clean and pleasant, interiors. This modest mid-range property doesn't offer many common spaces, but there is a tiny lobby adorned in traditional Venetian-style with gleaming tile floors, columns, and elegant blue upholstered seating. It shares space with a small breakfast room that stretches to the back of the building and is furnished with a couple of tables draped in blue tablecloths. There's more seating out front as well, with outdoor tables and chairs flanking the entrance. With just 14 guest rooms, it's an intimate atmosphere, and though lacking in features, the property occupies a desirable location that attracts sightseeing tourists.
Location
Convenient waterfront location in Castello neighborhood
The hotel occupies a convenient waterfront location in the Castello District, which is home to some of Venice's top sites and attractions. Overlooking the Venetian Lagoon, it's a scenic spot, and the nearest vaporetto (water bus) stop is just a three-minute walk away. There are plenty of dining option and bars in the area, as well as shops. Top sites, like the Piazza San Marco, St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs can be reached in 13 minutes on foot. The Rialto Bridge is about a 20-minute walk away. Top art museums like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Gallerie dell'Accademia can be reached in about 20 minutes via vaporetto. The Santa Lucia train station is around 40 minutes away by public transit, while Marco Polo International Airport is about 75 minutes away. The hotel has its own private jetty, so travelers can arrive by water taxi if they desire.
Rooms
Pleasant rooms with Venetian decor and a handful of conveniences, but cramped bathrooms
Guest rooms are tastefully cloaked in a typical Venetian style that includes a medley of patterned blue textiles. Think: matching bedspreads, curtains, upholstered chairs/couches, and carpets (some rooms have granite tile floors, while Junior Suites have lovely Venetian mosaic flooring). The decor might not suit all and can feel a bit dated, but the spaces are clean and pleasant. Large replicas of paintings (angels or Venetian scenes) hang above the beds. Cream-colored furniture includes nightstands and either desks or small round tables flanked by chairs. Some rooms also have chaise lounges or couches. Other standard amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, electronic safes, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, but there are no tea/coffee-making facilities. Though Standard Rooms are a bit small, they make good use of space and don't feel too cramped. Bathrooms, however, are tiny, but clean and equipped with shower cabins (shower/tub combos in suites), heated towel racks, bidets, and hairdryers. Individual toiletries are provided. Superior Rooms and Junior Suites offer views over the lagoon, plus some have small balconies overlooking the water. Note that some guests complain that beds are uncomfortable.
Features
Features limited to free breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi
Features are limited at this small hotel, but the property does offer a free basic breakfast buffet (with items like cereal, fruit, yogurt, and coffee) in the mornings. It's served in the lobby-adjoining dining room or outdoors in front of the hotel. The hotel has a private jetty, making it easy for guests arriving by water taxi. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
