Oltre Il Giardino
Hotel · Santa Croce ·
Country villa hotel with garden, historic charm, and modern comfort
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S. Polo, 2542, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy Get directions
Country villa hotel with garden, historic charm, and modern comfort
S. Polo, 2542, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy Get directions
"Once you’ve located the door to this six-room boutique hotel near the Frari basilica (no easy feat), you’ll be amazed what lies beyond. Oltre il Giardino looks more like a country villa than a city hostelry, and the windows and doors opening onto the lovely patch of exuberant greenery provide a great contrast with oh-so-urban Venice outside. There are six options in the main house: doubles, junior suites, and suites. Colors in these stylish, pared-back rooms are neutral, with the occasional splash of something startling. The villa that houses the hotel was the home of Alma Mahler, widow of the composer Gustav Mahler, in the 1920s. Lounge in the garden between sightseeing stints, and you'll soon realize why Oltre il Giardino is so handy. This isn’t a hotel-heavy area, but there are restaurants and bars aplenty, and both the train station and the main sights are also within reach." - Anne Hanley
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"Why did this hotel catch your attention? What's the vibe? Once you’ve located the door to this six-room boutique hotel near the Frari basilica (no easy feat), you’ll be amazed what lies beyond. Oltre il Giardino looks more like a country villa than a city hostelry, and the windows and doors opening onto the lovely patch of exuberant greenery provide a great contrast with oh-so-urban Venice outside. What's the backstory? Oltre il Giardino is independently owned and managed by Lorenzo Muner. The villa that houses the hotel was the home of Alma Mahler, widow of the composer Gustav Mahler, in the 1920s. Tell us all about the accommodations. Any tips on what to book? There are six options in the main house: doubles, junior suites, and suites. Colors in these stylish, pared-back rooms are neutral, with the occasional splash of something startling. Large windows—especially those overlooking the garden—make the rooms unusually light. Is there a charge for Wi-Fi? There's good, free wi-fi. Drinking and dining—what are we looking at? Sitting in the high-walled garden on a warm morning with some good coffee and fresh pastries is a particular Oltre il Giardino pleasure. Breakfast is good but simple: There’s nothing cooked. And the service? The welcome begins even before your arrival with good pre-visit communications, and continues smoothly once you arrive. Lorenzo and his friendly staff dole out faultless restaurant recommendations, and they’re always keen to help with bookings. What type of travelers will you find here? Oltre il Giardino’s Mahler connection, plus its garden, appeals to a more mature, artsy crowd—but the place is family-friendly, too. What about the neighborhood? Does the hotel fit in, make itself part of the scene? Lounge in the garden between sightseeing stints, and you'll soon realize why Oltre il Giardino is so handy. This isn’t a hotel-heavy area, but there are restaurants and bars aplenty, and both the train station and the main sights are also within reach. Bottom line: Worth it? Why? For the garden, the peace, and the friendly staff, Oltre il Giardino is a great choice." - Anne Hanley
"If you’ve ever wondered what it's like to stay in a country villa in the middle of Venice, then this is your place. Oltre Il Giardino (‘beyond the garden’) is a bucolic villa owned and run by Lorenzo and his Franco-Venetian family. They converted house, which once belonged to Gustav Mahler's widow, into an intimate city retreat. Its bedrooms are spacious and serene, its drawing rooms are filled with Edwardian art and family heirlooms, and there’s an easy grace about the place that makes you feel immediately at home. Alongside one of the city’s countless canals, you’ll find a diminutive dark green door to will lead you through an urban oasis of bamboo, lavender and (inexplicably) gnomes to your Venetian home-from-home. It really is evocative of the secret garden, with ivy covered red brick walls, a small window to the canal outside and little nooks for al fresco summer breakfasts. Expect sheer style and a warm welcome - a stylish sanctuary in Venice. Highs Comfortable and down-to-earth, but with luxurious touches: Bulgari toiletries, soft robes, antique tables, silk drapes, delightful artefacts and paintingsA beautiful, private walled garden for delicious breakfasts and relaxing afternoonsWe welcomed the quiet location - you're tucked away from the main thoroughfares and people can't walk past the hotel A good option for families, with a safe walled garden, Suites with space for children and Lorenzo can recommend English speaking babysittersGood value for Venice, especially the Double Rooms Lows It isn't as close to the main tourist attractions as other hotels (this could be a plus though), but St Mark's Square is a 10-minute vaporetta ride, and you can walk to the Rialto in 15 minutesRooms are beautiful but understated, and not all ensuites have bathtubsNo restaurant, though breakfast is great and there are some good eateries close by" - Emma Taylor
"This delightful little guesthouse (once home to composer Gustav Mahler’s widow) feels more like a private country retreat than a city hotel thanks to its wonderful shady canal-side garden hidden behind a high, creeper-clad wall. Located down a narrow alleyway close to the art-filled Frari church, it is a 10-minute walk from the Rialto Bridge but feels worlds away from the crowds. You’ll wake to the sound of church bells, the smell of baking croissants, and breakfast under the magnolia trees in summer. The Venetian owner and his staff welcome guests (an independent, artsy crowd) into their home which is modern and stylish yet comfortable with lots of thoughtful details such as fresh flowers and books to read. " - Nicky Swallow
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