From the moment we booked our stay here, Mauro was in constant communication with us. Ensuring that the check-in was coordinated seamlessly and making sure we navigated our way safely, quickly and efficiently to his place.
We were received by his girlfriend Elizabeth at the nearby Alilaguna stop by the listing. She received us warmly and walked with us (10-15 minutes) to the listing.
Along the way she offered recommendations for us to eat, how to best spend our time (to maximize what we could see in our time there) and explained the local neighborhood if Castello.
Once we arrived at the listing we walked us through where everything was inside and answered any last questions we had.
The space itself was fresh and modernized but still kept some of that old world charm. The kitchen served our needs perfectly, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was clean and the air conditioners worked great.
The space itself is a short walk away from the Castello district of Venice which had numerous great restaurants and shops, including multiple art galleries/studios. It was only about a 15-20 minute walk to San Marco and Doge’s palace. Beyond San Marco’s square the walk is a little further, but at that point it doesn’t matter as much as you wander through the beautiful streets of Venice.
We loved the location of their apartment because it still felt like we were getting an authentic Venice experience without the huge crowds and throngs of tourists in the San Marco area.
Throughout our stay, both Mauro and Elizabeth were both readily available to answer any questions we may have had. They were welcoming and extremely friendly. If you are looking for a place in Venice to stay, we highly recommend this place!