A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of Venice, within a 15-minute walk of Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal. .This family-friendly apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Teatro La Fenice and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Port of Venice.
Ca' Foscari University of Venice - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Piazzale Roma - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Peggy Guggenheim Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
Venezia Tronchetto Station - 12 min drive
Venice Santa Lucia Station - 17 min walk
Marco Polo Airport (VCE) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Osteria Ai Pugni - 1 min walk
Margaret Duchamp - 2 min walk
Bakaró - 3 min walk
Bar Ai Artisti - 1 min walk
Bar Ae Maravege - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury canal-side apartment in heart of Dorsoduro - Fully Inclusive Rates
Ca' Leonessa is a recently (2010) restored luxury apartment located in the heart of Venice. It is a short walk from the bus and railway stations. Due to its superb location all the sites of Venice are either within walking distance or a couple of stops on the vaporetto. In the furnishing of the apartment the prime consideration has been to create a comfortable and welcoming oasis for you after a busy days sight seeing in magical Venice.
The living room (which overlooks the canal and the Campo San Barnaba) features two Natuzzi sofa's (one double sofa bed) a Linn sound system and HD television with DVD/CD player.
Both bedrooms are bright and airy with comfortable beds and have plenty of hanging/storage space in the bespoke wardrobes. Bedroom 1 has a luxurious double bed with fine linens and traditional Venetian fabrics. Bedroom 2 has two single beds. Both bathrooms are fully tiled with power showers.
The kitchen has been hand built and features dining for 6.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a safe and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment offers a stereo, books, and games. Amenities include a video library and a music library.
Guests will find features like internet access.
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
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Stereo
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 915 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 IT027042B4LG5LHC9R
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
Property is also known as
Luxury Canal-side Apartment Heart Dorsoduro
Canalsi Heart Dorsoduro
Luxury Canal side Apartment in Heart of Dorsoduro
Luxury canal-side apartment in heart of Dorsoduro - Fully Inclusive Rates Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 352 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 352 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 352 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 352 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 352 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
Mar 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. We were able to check in earlier, which was greatly appreciated!! Nice clean washroom. Comfy beds!!
Christine S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Louis F.
Feb 14, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful. The host had a management team that was in contact with us throughout our stay and they were most helpful. The location of the property was incredible. A few hundred feet off the Grand Canal and just mere feet from Campo San Barnabas and Campo Santa Margherita. We were living among the locals as it were. We really felt as though we were returning home after sightseeing each day. We will gladly stay here again the next time we visit Venice.
Louis F.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Kathryn D.
Jan 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice!
Kathryn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay R.
Jan 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was outstanding. Great well equipped apartment, well located. Host was fantastic.
Lindsay R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracy B.
Oct 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Irene was a fabulous host and was extremely helpful. Her place was well equipped and even had raincoats and boots for the days that are rainy in Venice. Would absolutely stay there again.
Tracy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katie C.
Oct 22, 2025
Katie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
KATHLEEN M.
Oct 14, 2025
Location was good. We could have used more bath towels since we were there for 4 days and the bathroom drying racks didn’t work. Need to bring your own soaps and it would have been nice to have some kind of a shelf in the shower for toiletries. Lots of paint chips on the floors.
KATHLEEN M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helen G., Sydney, Australia
Oct 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in a fabulous location. Irene was really easy to deal with and her communication was quick. I would highly recommend this property. We were two couples travelling together.
Helen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Chris S.
Oct 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, easy checkin and out. Overall great experience.
Chris S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Mary M.
Sep 29, 2025
Location was close to water taxi station and peaceful nights for sleeping. Area for improvement would be cleanliness- shower overflowed x2, contacted maintenance folks and reported they had repaired. Freezer is fullOf snow- not functional as not cleaned in long time. Fridge also dirty when arrived- food bits on fridge shelves. Note there are several stone steps to go up which are challenging if using cane and have heavy bags. Bianca helped us carry them! Washing machine worked but not the dryer. Bianca who checked us in left us with restaurant suggestions that were terrific. Service was excellent! Thank you Bianca!
Mary M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurie S.
Sep 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved this darling place in a fantastic neighborhood. We were close to everything you need, vaporetto stations, restaurants, market, shopping, wine everything! It is right on a canal and it is amazing. Contact with the hosts was amazing too. Nothing bad things to say about this property.
Laurie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tywana S.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay at this VRBO.Jonathan was very responsive and the greeter was as well. Great location and the apartment was as advertised. Only thing to note is the canal was very noisy until late at night. We knew that when we booked as it was in the reviews, but it went later than we thought each night. We were glad we only booked 3 night as we would have been sleep deprived if stayed longer.All in all we enjoyed our first trip too Venice!
Tywana S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
shanon f.
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication with host. Great location and clean
shanon f.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tobey C.
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, it combined Venetian charm, modern comforts, and superb location, enhancing our immersive Venetian experience with canal views and close access to iconic sights.
Tobey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ann G.
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at a comfortable apartment in a vibrant neighborhood.
Ann G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Robert C.
Sep 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Kitchen could use a microwave and updating . Would have been helpful to have 2 sets of keys.
Robert C.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chea H.
Aug 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
We had a wonderful stay! The host and the property manager were so easy to work with and very helpful. The apartment was just as described and in a wonderful location. We would 100% stay here again.
Chea H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
John F.
Aug 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant location
Beautiful and well maintained apartment in a great location.
John F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tan D.
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was an excellent apartment for a weekend with our family of 5. Checkin was very straight forward even though we wanted to checkin earlier than usual. The apartment has the charm of a period building but with modern bathroom and kitchen facilities. Everything was clean and well kept. It is situated in a quiet part of venice with views overlooking the canals. There are no shortage of fantastic bars and restaurants within 2 minutes walk. Thumbs up to Jonathan the host for answering all our questions about transfers and restaurant tips. We will be staying here again when we return to venice.
Tan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
brian d.
Jul 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Irene was so helpful from communicating prior to our arrival, check in, questions we had, and helping line up a water taxi for morning of our departure. Property is in quiet area, perfect location, short walk to most attractions. Great view from apt. Will definately stay there if we come back.
brian d.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dawn T.
Jul 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location in a beautiful part of the city.
We had a wonderful 2 night stay at this apartment.Perfect location for all the main sights of Venice. Close to lots of places to eat and great shopping.The apartment was clean and spacious and would definitely recommend staying here.
Dawn T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Neighborhood
We really enjoyed our stay in Venice. The area was great with excellent restaurants and a small market, and pharmacy around the corner. The owner and property manager were very communicative.
Robert M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert p.
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was perfect!
Walking distance to bars, restaurants, and points of interests.We arrived later than expected and the host did a great job communicating how to proceed with checking in after 6pm. We loved our stay in Venice! Very nice apartment!
Robert p.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gregory B., Lakeland, Florida 33811 United States
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The apartment was nice and in a great location. Many locals lived in this part of town. The bar across the canal was a meeting point for many locals and tourists and always entertaining. Close by are fantastic places for gelato, bread, espresso, and food. The apartment was clean with a great shower. All in all it was a nice experience.
Gregory B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
Jun 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Venice CanalSide Apartment
Lovely apartment, just by a canal and the “Fighting Bridge”in a close but quiet neighborhood. Good bars and restaurants are close and the apartment managers were helpful with tips and recommendations. Gondola stop just across the bridge.