Palazzo San Lorenzo – A Favorite for Families in Venice
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Palazzo San Lorenzo offers 26 rooms and Junior Suites, some with connecting options. All rooms include air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, minibars, safes, and tea/coffee makers. Select rooms feature jetted bathtubs, canal views of Rio dell'Osmarin, or panoramic views of Venetian rooftops. Room sizes range from 14 sqm (Classic) to 32 sqm (Family), accommodating 2-4 guests. Bathrooms include rainfall showers, heated towel racks, bathrobes, and Diptyque toiletries.
Dining & Wine
The hotel features an adjacent Luna Sentada restaurant serving refined international cuisine. The Wine Bar 5000 offers wine and tapas tastings with evening music. A continental breakfast buffet is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. The neighborhood includes several osterie and restaurants where locals dine, including options near the Dalmatian School and Church of San Zaccaria.
Location & Access
Located in Castello overlooking Rio dell'Osmarin, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from St. Mark's Square, Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. The Rialto Bridge is 1 km away. The San Zaccaria waterbus stop (5 minutes walk) provides connections to the Biennale, Lido Island, Santa Lucia train station (45 minutes via Line 1), and Piazzale Roma. Private water taxis can access Rio di San Lorenzo directly.
Services & Amenities
Services include 24-hour concierge, luggage storage, laundry service, and elevator access. The hotel offers family-friendly accommodations with connecting rooms. Pets are welcome with provided amenities. Gift vouchers and romantic stay packages are available. All guests must present government-issued photo ID at check-in.
Area Features
The neighborhood features designer boutiques, antique shops, and local craftsmen along major shopping streets. Nearby landmarks include the Church of San Giorgio dei Greci with its bell tower, Dalmatian School (Vettore Carpaccio paintings), Church of San Zaccaria (Giovanni Bellini masterpiece), and Basilica of Saints John and Paul. Casual bars where locals stop for wine are within walking distance.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor