Hotel Pausania  

Along the San Barnaba Canal in Venice’s Dorsoduro, this pet-friendly 3-star hotel sits a short stroll from Campo Santa Margherita, Ca' Rezzonico, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the Grand Canal and Piazzale Roma. Marco Polo Airport is roughly 15 km away, with vaporetto access nearby.

Housed in a restored 14th-century Gothic palace, the property pairs historic Venetian style with modern comforts. Expect a private garden, a veranda for breakfast, a stone staircase up to the piano nobile and rooms fitted with minibars, espresso makers, air conditioning, private bathrooms and cable TV.

Relax in the garden or on the terrace, sip coffee at the bar or unwind in the second-floor sitting room. On-site services include concierge and a 24-hour front desk, plus shuttle options (casino and cruise terminal available for a surcharge) and complimentary Wi‑Fi—wake up to garden mornings and plug in with ease.

Conference rooms and secretarial support make small meetings straightforward. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet and a 24-hour desk keep work on track.

Buffet-style continental breakfast is served on the veranda overlooking the private garden (fee applies). A ground-floor bar and lounge serves coffee and evening drinks to round out the day.