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Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Aerial view
Point of interest
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom50 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice

Charming & Cozy Venetian Formosa Apartment
This delightful apartment is ideally located just a 5-minute walk from both St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge, right in the heart of Venice. Nestled steps away from Santa Maria Formosa, one of the city’s most picturesque spots, the apartment is situated in a beautifully restored Venetian building.

Spanning 50 m², the apartment offers a spacious open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge. The high, wooden beamed ceilings add character, and large windows ensure the apartment is filled with natural light. Enjoy modern comforts like satellite TV, WiFi, and a double sofa bed for extra guests. The kitchen features a fridge, freezer, gas stove, microwave, and dishwasher, making it perfect for cooking meals. The cozy king-size bedroom includes a large wardrobe, while the bathroom is equipped with a bathtub and a washing machine for added convenience.

This charming home also boasts original truss ceilings, parquet floors, air conditioning, and a fan to keep you comfortable throughout your stay. A cradle is available on request for families with little ones. The apartment’s location puts you just a short walk away from supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and bars, making it the perfect base for exploring the city.

Shopping & Local Markets
Shopping is a breeze with a supermarket just around the corner—less than a minute’s walk away. For a truly Venetian experience, head to the famous Rialto Market (closed Sundays) for the freshest fish, fruits, and vegetables, or explore the charming local food shops selling cheese, meats, and bread. If you’re in the mood for some retail therapy, you'll find an eclectic mix of boutiques, antique stores, and gift shops nearby.

How to Arrive
By Plane:

From Marco Polo Venice Airport:

Best option: Take the ALILAGUNA ORANGE LINE directly to Rialto (about 50 minutes).
Alternative: Take the ACTV or ATVO bus to Piazzale Roma, then board vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes).
From Treviso Airport:

Take the ATVO coach to Piazzale Roma, then vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes).
By Train:

From Venice Santa Lucia railway station: Take vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes).
By Cruise Ship:

From the cruise terminal: If direct vaporetto access isn’t available, take the shuttle or people mover to Piazzale Roma, then vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes).
By Car:

From Piazzale Roma: Take vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes).
Additional Information

Your stay includes a welcoming service, where an English- and Italian-speaking representative will meet you at Rialto Bridge or St. Mark’s Square at a prearranged time and escort you to the apartment, giving you a quick tour of the property.

Please note, check-ins after 8:00 PM will incur a 40 Euro evening check-in fee.

Tourist Tax
In accordance with Venice's municipal regulations, a tourist tax is charged for all stays. The funds collected go toward enhancing tourist services and preserving the city's historic heritage. The tax is applicable for the first five nights of stay:

High season: €4 per person, per day
Low season: €2.8 per person, per day
Children under 10 are exempt, and those aged 10-16 receive a 50% reduction. For more details, please visit the official website.
http://www.comune.venezia.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeBLOB.php/L/EN/IDPagina/48013


Property manager

Tina

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT027042C2BLM7EMNK

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Venezia, Veneto

What's nearby

  • Rialto Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Mark's Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Mark's Basilica - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Doge's Palace - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Canal - 22 min drive - 2.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dal Moro's - Fresh Pasta To Go - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Boutique del Gelato - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Da Carletto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Barbanera - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Al Giardinetto da Severino - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice located?

Located in Castello, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Marco Polo's Home, St. Mark's Square, and Rialto Bridge. St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are also within 10 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 25 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 25 minutes.

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Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10

The apartment was very nice and well stocked in a central location. Unfortunately the room was not ready and cleaned when we arrived at 5:30pm. Otherwise everything was good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

We had a lovely stay. We could see the New Year's fireworks right from the apartment window.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great stay!!! Great host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10

Excellentes vacances car tout avait été réservé mais les mauvaises nuits à cause d’une très mauvaise literie ont contribué à une fatigue importante.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This gem was in the heart of Venice. Close to everything. Loved it. Only down fall was the 4 flights of stairs to get to it. But that just meant you could eat more pasta, right?!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Everything they advertised. Only problem we ran into was I had a hard time getting an internet connection to contact the host at the meeting spot. A very nice girl from one of the shops contacted him for me, she said that area was hard to get service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

The apartment is in the perfect location! Brigitte met us and helped us get settled. She recommended where and when to ride a Gondola as well as the best restaurant nearby for a very unique and romantic dinner experience. The apartment was clean and well stocked with necessities. We would definitely book here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

This apartment was a perfect place to stay for my visit in Venice. The property was clean, well stocked with cleaning products and towels, and was presented like a hotel! A small but very appreciated feature was the hair dryer. I know it seems ridiculous to comment on that but I have a lot of hair and it was wonderful to have a quality hair tool included! Arrigo was a wonderful guide to the apartment and he went out of his way to provide tons of recommendations for places to eat, drink, and visit. For those debating which floor the apartment is on, in Italy, the ground floor is considered “0” and the next floor the first floor. So, in Italy it’s on the 3rd floor but for North Americans we’d consider it the 4th floor. As a solo female traveller I felt safe here and would HIGHLY recommend others to stay here, I know I will again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

This was a great property. Location is in between Rialto Bridge and St. Marks Square. Easy walking to both. All sorts of shops, grocery, restaurants. Apartment is set back in a deadend, but you just walk to the end and you are in a bustling area. Was perfect for us, but 44 steps is a lot for anyone with any bad knees or hips.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Brigitte met us at a piazza around the corner, escorted us the apartment, and showed us what we needed to know about the apartment. This clean apartment is up three flights of stairs but so is the majority of Venice. Plenty of space for two adults. Separate AC mini-split units for the living room/kitchen and bedroom was very nice. It is located at the of a dead end, so you could sleep with the windows open and not worry about a lot of noise outside. A grocery store is just around the corner but if you don't want to cook check out Ristorante ai Barbicani and hit up Gelateria Gallonetto for dessert, all three being less than a two minute walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Parfait... sauf la présence de très nombreux moustiques, qui ont gâché nos nuits ! Les fenêtres devraient être équipées de moustiquaires, ce qui changerait tout.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10

Le fait qu'on ne nous convie pas à une adresse exacte est troublant. Toutefois, on comprend qu'il peut être difficile pour un non vénétien de trouver l'endroit! Heureusement, Brigitte nous a bien reçu. L'appartement est de rêve! Bien situé et d'une tranquilité totale malgré la proximité des lieux mytiques. Les escaliers peuvent en limiter l'accès à quelques uns.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10

The apartment was amazing, wonderful location, close to Rialto Bridge and San Marco Square. Rooms were quite roomy for an historic region in Venice. Check in process was excellent with host arranging someone to meet us, take us to the apartment and show us the challenges of operating various equipment in the apartment. Please note, if you have mobility issues, there are many flights of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Great apartment in a great location for tourists, grocery 50m away, washing machine was a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

An ideal location in the middle of all monuments, bars, restaurants. A very easy wy to access any place that Venice has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Very special apartment with unique old atmosphere from beams. Nice view from windows. Very comfortable! Location is very privilege. There is a nice restaurant close by, not touristy, very good service and excellent food. And situated right on a canal. Ask the lady about this restaurant at a check in time. Go there! If you walk from Rielto bridge, that would be a street before your street on the left. Walk there and almost at the canal bridge the restaurant is on your right. Blinking lights outside are there. Really good place! So, combination of good accommodation, location and the restoran suggestion made my experience in Venice 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

this apartment is very central to lots of wonderful sights in Venice. It is a little shabby. It's clean but the furniture is minimal and not in good shape. The apartment was a very nice size and the kitchen was adequate for minimal use. The are 50 stairs to get to the apartment. it is not for the faint of heart!!! The host was good about check in. They met us and took us to the apartment. She actually lugged my bag up the stairs for me. That was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

The room was just like the pictures. Brigette met us & check in was smooth. Great location. Yes there is stairs, that we were ok with, but they are tough! 😊 Nice clean place in a great location Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

The apartment is lovely and in a perfect central location. Although Venice was hot during our visit, the AC was adequate and kept us comfortable. The building entry and stair is a bit shabby - and remember it is a 3-story climb - but the unit is terrific, quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We loved this spot! It was in the heart of everything, but when you turn into your little lane, you see the lives of real Venetians going about their business. There is a climb to the top, but then you can look out and see the glorious rooftops of Venice. The spacious bathroom, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable beds are just the beginning. The truly great part is the kind and hospitable hosts who make sure everything is good and also explain Venice to you. We slept three people quite comfortably and just loved this magical hideaway over the rooftops of Venice, one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10

The apartment was a very nice one bedroom. There was plenty of space and the kitchen was well equipped. The bathroom was also large. My main issue was the water heating system that was uncontrollable. It was not possible to control the water temperature. It was either too hot or too cold. The owner had left instructions but they were useless. Also, during my 4 night stay, I had to buy garbage bags, dish-washing liquid, laundry soap, and even toilet paper; all of which I donated to the owner when I left.The 4 flights of stairs weren't fun either.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

The apartment is clean and comfortable. It is well situated for visiting all of the sights of Venice. There are essentials for cooking simple meals. Our only complaint was the many steep, narrow stairs to access the apartment which made it very difficult for two seniors. It should really be much more clear in the description that the apartment is not accessible for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

The apartment is very centrally located, and walking to a near unlimited number of shops and restaurants is a breeze. Our greeter, Arrigo, was very helpful! He went out of his way to meet us at Rialto Dock when our Google Maps refused to work upon arrival. He also provided us with many recommendations- which we greatly appreciated. Yes, there are stairs - quite a few, which made our large luggage a bit difficult, but not really a problem. And as others have noted, we could not figure out the washing machine - at all. But again, not really a big deal. We enjoyed our stay very much, and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

This spot is close to Rialto (vaporetto), Basicilla, and lots of shopping and restaurants. Be prepared for lots of steps to the fourth floor, which we weren’t. Would have been okay if we had not over-packed our bags. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023