Palazzo Contarini Della Porta Di Ferro
A Venetian palazzo with space to actually live in the city
A place to stay in Venice
Palazzo Contarini Della Porta Di Ferro is a hotel in Venice operating out of a historic palazzo, with accommodation ranging from a double room to three-bedroom apartments. The setup suits families or anyone who wants more than a standard hotel room. Rooms from €147 include free WiFi, air conditioning, private bathrooms, and kitchen basics. The property has a garden, an elevator, and accepts pets. Staff speak English, French, Spanish, and German.
Is this stay right for you?
Apartment-style rooms in a Venetian palazzo, sized for groups or families, with practical in-room facilities and a garden on-site.
Best for
- Families needing multi-bedroom space
- Guests travelling with pets
- Small groups wanting a self-contained setup
- Longer stays in Venice
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting full hotel services
- Solo travellers on a tight budget
A palazzo with a garden
The property occupies a historic Venetian palazzo and includes a garden — a genuinely uncommon feature in central Venice, where outdoor private space is rare. It gives guests somewhere to sit outside that isn't a cafe terrace.
Apartments built for longer stays
Most room types here are multi-bedroom apartments with sofas, seating areas, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle. The three-bedroom options sleep larger groups, and several apartments come with city or water views.
Water views from select apartments
The Three-Bedroom Apartment with Water View and the Two-Bedroom Apartment with City View offer outlooks that matter in Venice, where canal and roofscape views vary sharply depending on which floor and which side of a building you're on.
Private check-in for every arrival
Check-in and check-out are handled privately rather than at a shared front desk. For guests arriving with luggage or pets, or at irregular hours, this tends to make the process quicker and less stressful.
Standout features
Inside Palazzo Contarini Della Porta Di Ferro
Amenities at Palazzo Contarini Della Porta Di Ferro
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Elevator
- Garden
- Heating
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Baggage storage
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Living Area
- Sofa
- Seating area
Arriving in Venice
Palazzo Contarini Della Porta Di Ferro is 7.6 km from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), where Alilaguna water buses and land buses serve the city. The nearest intercity station is Venezia Santa Lucia, about 2.1 km away. Venice has no roads for cars: arrivals park at Piazzale Roma or Mestre and continue by vaporetto water bus, water taxi or on foot, and luggage usually crosses at least one stepped bridge. Italian cities charge a tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) per person per night, collected by the property rather than included in the booking total; the rate depends on the city and the property's star rating, and many properties still take it in cash.
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Chiesa di San Giovanni di Malta at 110 m; the nearest ferry pier, Celestia, is 290 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Chiesa di San Giovanni di Maltaplace of worship110 m
- Chiesa di San Lorenzoplace of worship110 m
- Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavonimuseum150 m
- Museo di iconemuseum270 m
- Francesco Petrarcahistoric site390 m
Getting around
- Celestiaferry pier290 m
- Ospedaleferry pier420 m
Distances are shown as the crow flies from the property · location data © OpenStreetMap contributors
The property holds a 8.9/10 rating across 86 reviews. Guests most consistently flag the location, staff, and comfort as the standout aspects of the stay.
- Staff9.2
- Facilities8.7
- Cleanliness9
- Comfort9.1
- Value For Money8.5
- Location9.3
- Free Wifi8.8
Reviews scoring 9–10: 17 · average 9.8
They wrote about: location, room, noise
Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 8
They wrote about: location, staff, noise
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Based on guest reviews published on sites that partner with Booking.
Things to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
- Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Questions & answers
Where exactly is the hotel in Venice?
The property is in Venice, Italy. The facts on hand confirm the city but not a specific neighbourhood. For precise directions, contact the hotel directly — they operate private check-in so they'll coordinate your arrival.
What room types are available?
There are seven options: a Double Room with Private Bathroom, three two-bedroom apartments (including one with a terrace and one with a city view), and three-bedroom apartments including a water-view version. All have private bathrooms.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the property is pet-friendly. It's listed as a signature feature, so guests travelling with animals can book knowing the policy supports them.
Is there free WiFi?
Free WiFi is included throughout the property.
What is the price range?
Rooms start from €147. Rates vary by room type and dates — the three-bedroom and view apartments will be priced above the entry rate.
Is the property suitable for families?
Yes. Family rooms are listed as a facility, and the two- and three-bedroom apartments give families proper separation rather than a single hotel room. The elevator helps with pushchairs and luggage.
How does check-in work?
The property uses private check-in and check-out rather than a shared front desk. You'll need to arrange your arrival time with the hotel in advance. Staff speak English, French, Spanish, and German.
Does the property have a garden?
Yes. There is a garden on-site, which is an unusual amenity in Venice's dense urban layout.
Is laundry available?
Laundry is available at an additional charge.
How do I get to the property from Venice's main arrival points?
Venice is served by Santa Lucia train station and Marco Polo Airport. Movement within the city is on foot or by vaporetto (water bus). The property will advise on the closest landing stage or route when you book.