If you're looking for an authentic Venice experience you must stay with Giusy's. The BnB is Located in one of the more residential districts (Cannaregio), and is filled with amazing restaurants, cafes, and bars. You'll be rubbing elbows with locals, not tourists. I highly recommend eating at Paradiso Perduto, but you'll need to make dinner reservations in advance!! My wife and I tried having dinner there every night and couldn't get a table. We had to settle for a late afternoon lunch and the food was amazing.