This apartment has two really good things to mention. First it’s location…fantastic location on the canal. Secondly it has a comfortable bed. However, for me, that’s all that I could rate it for. Checkin process was a disaster…..I was at the front gate trying to get in for over 30 minutes following the instructions given. When I managed to get through to the host, which was very stressful given the level of battery on my phone, I was told that the door was broken and that I had to find the key somewhere else. The door code given to me was inaccurate as well. There was absolutely no personal touch on arrival….nothing like a welcome pack, information on what to see, recommended restaurants etc. Not even a bottle of water in the fridge. No towel in the kitchen or paper kitchen rolls to dry your hands when working there. The apartment is pretty basic…..yes I know it’s Venice and there is a certain elegance in shabby chic and in the gradual decay of the buildings there. Furniture was uncomfortable, except the bed, and the bathroom was very basic with a very tight and tired shower unit.
Internet did not work in the lounge area.
The unit has only one air conditioner in the living area…the bedroom is not therefore air conditioned, despite the apartment being advertised as air conditioned.
I found the place rather dark and the attempt to spruce it all up with plastic flowers just did not work for me.
All in all, I was very disappointed, particularly in the level of personal contact from host to guest. I’d expect more from a superhost…..I was myself one for 4 years so I know the standards.
Yes this apartment is fine if you want to explore Venice all day, but it is BASIC.