Name: Hotel Ca' Formenta
Address: Castello 1650, Via Garibaldi, Venice, Veneto, 30122
Price range: US$63+
Rating: 8.3

Hotel Ca' Formenta Venice Restaurant photo

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About the Hotel

Castello 1650, Via Garibaldi, Venice, 30122

Steps from the Venetian Arsenal

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4.3

Loved by Hotel Ca' Formenta guests

Helpful staff

Clean rooms

Convenient location

Comfortable bed

Hotel Ca' Formenta - A 3-star waterfront hotel in Castello with Venetian-style rooms and private dock access

Located in Venice's Castello district, Hotel Ca' Formenta offers an intimate retreat with Venetian-style rooms featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and marble bathrooms. The property includes a private dock for water taxi arrivals, placing guests near top sites such as St. Mark's Square (10 minutes' walk) and the Biennale Gardens. A buffet breakfast is served daily in a small dining room, and staff can arrange tours, restaurant reservations, and transfers. Superior rooms and Junior Suites accommodate up to three guests, some with views of San Marco Basin. The surrounding Via Garibaldi provides cafés, local bars, and nightlife frequented by Venetians. Hotel Ca' Formenta is accessible via vaporetto from Marco Polo Airport or Santa Lucia Station, with the Giardini stop a short walk away.

Pros

Private dock allows scenic water taxi arrivals.

Walkable to St. Mark's Square and the Biennale Gardens.

Staff assist with tours, dining, and transfers.

Buffet breakfast included in the room rate.

Quiet location in a district less frequented by tourists.

Cons

No on-site restaurant beyond breakfast service.

Superior rooms with lagoon views may require early booking.

Select your room type

Hotel Ca' Formenta offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Single Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Heating
room details
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed / 2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Heating
room details
Standard Triple Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet
2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed / 1 Queen-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
room details

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Facilities

Hotel Ca' Formenta offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Fire extinguishers

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Ca' Formenta Location

Castello 1650, Via Garibaldi, Venice, 30122

Map view

City landmarks

Bridge

Rialto Bridge

1.1 mi

Museum

Palazzo Ducale

3900 ft

Square

Piazza San Marco

4000 ft

Church

Basilica di San Marco

4100 ft

Bridge

Bridge of Sighs

3900 ft

Landmark

Campanile di San Marco

3600 ft

Theatre

Teatro la Fenice

5200 ft

Church

Church of San Giorgio Maggiore

5000 ft

Landmark

Ponte di Rialto

1.1 mi

Church

Basilica of St Mary of Health

1.4 mi

Museum

Peggy Guggenheim Collection

1.4 mi

Library

Libraria Aqua Alta

4000 ft

Church

Santa Maria Formosa

3900 ft

Church

Church of San Zaccaria

2700 ft

Museum

Scala Contarini del Bovolo

1.0 mi

Theatre

Teatro Goldoni

5200 ft

Nearby

Campo San Biagio Castello 2148

Venetian Arsenal

600 ft

Museum

Naval History Museum

600 ft

Between Doge's Palace and the Arsenale

Riva degli Schiavoni

1600 ft

Ca_ Giustinian San Marco 1364/A

La Biennale di Venezia

2000 ft

Restaurants

Al Vecio Calice

100 ft

Castello 1664

Pub Angio Wine Bar

400 ft

Riva S. Biasio

Il Pinguino SNC Di Chiara e Claudia Bagato

400 ft

Sestiere Castello 2141

El Refolo

400 ft

Via Garibaldi Castello 1580 Sestiere Castello

Vecio Trani

400 ft

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi Castello 1582 Castello 1582

Hopera Coffee & Backery

700 ft

Via Garibaldi Castello 1386 - 1387

Arsenalbar

800 ft

Arsenal

Al Leon Bianco

1500 ft

Sestiere Castello 2408 Campo Arsenale

Bar Mio

1200 ft

Via Guiuseppe Garibaldi

Explore Venice

Venetian Arsenal

3 minutes' walk

Historic shipyard showcasing maritime history; guided tours available on select dates.

Naval History Museum

3 minutes' walk

Museum showcasing naval artifacts and maritime history; great for history enthusiasts and families.

Riva degli Schiavoni

6 minutes' walk

Breathtaking waterfront promenade ideal for strolling, with stunning views of the lagoon and nearby islands.

La Biennale di Venezia

8 minutes' walk

Famous art exhibition venue featuring contemporary art; explore unique installations from global artists.

Gondola Rides

12 minutes' walk

Scenic gondola rides through picturesque canals; book in advance for best options, perfect for couples.

Yoga at the Park

5 minutes' walk

Outdoor yoga classes in lush parks; great way to relax and recharge. Check schedules for sessions.

Al Vecio Calice

1 minute' walk

Charming tavern serving traditional Venetian cuisine; famous for cicchetti and local wines, reservations recommended.

Pub Angio Wine Bar

2 minutes' walk

Cozy wine bar offering a selection of local wines and tapas; laid-back atmosphere suitable for socializing.

Il Pinguino SNC Di Chiara e Claudia Bagato

2 minutes' walk

Casual eatery known for artisanal gelato and delightful pastries; perfect for a sweet snack any time of day.

Teatro Malibran

15 minutes' walk

Historic theater featuring operas and performances; check for family-friendly shows during your stay.

Café Florian

15 minutes' walk

Iconic café offering live classical music; enjoy coffee and pastries in a glamorous setting steeped in history.

Getting around

City Centre
Venice 33 min · 1.7 mi
Airports
Marco Polo (VCE) 36 min · 14.6 mi
Canova (TSF) 62 min · 25.6 mi
Train
Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station 32 min · 1.6 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 07:00-12:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian

Number of floors:

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Ca' Formenta from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Hotel Ca' Formenta enjoys a superb location in the Castello area, convenient to the Arsenale vaporetto stop and within walking distance of St Mark's Square. Many guests appreciate the charming rooms and some have enjoyed canal views. The breakfast offers a good choice to start the day, though a few guests noted that the shower could be a little small. Overall, it's considered a good value for money.

Review score

Based on 3 verified reviews

8.3 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Location

9.6/10

Staff

9.4/10

Facilities

8.5/10

Value for money

8.6/10

Pros

Lagoon view

Friendly staff

Clean rooms

Breakfast selection

Cons

Hard bed

Thin pillows

Unstable WiFi

Trevor from United Kingdom

Single

Superior Double or Twin Room Lagoon View

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 10, 2026

9/10

simple travel amazing pasta canal view

the hotel is super close to the vaporetto stop arsenale making travel simple i found a fancy restaurant nearby that served amazing pasta i got upgraded so i enjoyed canal views from two sides of my room

the air con was switched off so the room was very warm

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Jacob from United States

Family with children

Standard Double or Twin Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 25, 2025

7/10

friendly staff seafront location hard bed thin pillow

the location was perfect only a short walk from main areas beautiful seafront location had plenty of restaurants nearby i found all the staff super friendly.

the bed was hard only one very thin pillow was provided the room was very warm the air con was switched off i found it difficult to adjust to the temperature

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Roy from United States

Couple

Standard Double or Twin Room

4 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 12, 2025

9/10

convenient stay near arsenale

clean room canal view convenient location good breakfast

my standard double or twin room was clean. the canal view was very nice. the location was convenient for the arsenale vaporetto stop. breakfast offered enough choice to start the day well.

the shower was a little small it was hard to move much once inside

Facilities

9/10

the hotel provides elevator service it runs overnight. luggage holdover is available for early arrivals or late departures. guests have access to a simple breakfast buffet each morning. the hotel also provides cleaning service.

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