Novecento Boutique Hotel, Venice - Explore & Book

"Tucked down a quiet little walkaway, just off the main thoroughfare to the Piazza San Marco, the Novecento is a sweet surprise. Despite its prime position near the Grand Canal, it strays from Venetian convention by being an originally-designed, oriental-inspired and relatively inexpensive little boutique hotel. Owned by the charming and enthusiastic Romanelli family, and decorated with fabrics, fittings and furniture that they discovered on their travels to Morocco, Pakistan and Asia, it’s become a haven for those seeking the ever-so-slightly bohemian side of Venice. The unusual lamps, richly coloured designer silks and tapestries, rag-rolled walls, high, beamed ceilings and lead-paned, stained-glass windows all lend a lovely soft look to both the guest rooms and the expansive lounges, making for an intimate and homely atmosphere. That said, the team pride themselves on giving exceptional service and will bend over backwards to help you make the most of your stay in Italy's most iconic city. Highs Unique and stylish with beautiful, eclectic décor, reminiscent of Arabian souks and medieval boudoirsA prime location just a short walk from the famous Piazza San Marco, yet so tucked away that there's not a note of street noise Lovely lounge areas where you can examine carefully selected artworks and books, and chat comfortably with other guests The friendliness, charm and helpfulness of the staff; owners Gioele and Heiby are often around and are full of recommendationsThe huge breakfast buffet and sunny little pink-and-green courtyard garden where you can enjoy it Lows Staff aren't on site after 4pm, but are reachable a 3-minute walk away at their sister hotel and via WhatsappThe rooms aren’t large and there are only jacket-length hanging spaces in the wardrobesSome guests may find the lighting in the rooms a little dim, though the white linen lends an airy feelThe mosquitoes may foil the vaporizers and air conditioning in the summer monthsAs is the norm in converted original buildings, there is no lift, but assistance with luggage is provided" - Cathy Teesdale