In the heart of Venice, Formosa Apartment is a 5-minute stroll from S. Marco's Square and Rialto Bridge. Recently restored, this apartment boasts an open space with a kitchen and living area, satellite TV, Internet WiFi, original truss ceilings and parquet floors. With air conditioning and several bright windows in each room you'll feel right at home.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroom50 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice
Charming & Cozy Venetian Formosa Apartment This delightful apartment is ideally located just a 5-minute walk from both St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge, right in the heart of Venice. Nestled steps away from Santa Maria Formosa, one of the city’s most picturesque spots, the apartment is situated in a beautifully restored Venetian building.
Spanning 50 m², the apartment offers a spacious open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge. The high, wooden beamed ceilings add character, and large windows ensure the apartment is filled with natural light. Enjoy modern comforts like satellite TV, WiFi, and a double sofa bed for extra guests. The kitchen features a fridge, freezer, gas stove, microwave, and dishwasher, making it perfect for cooking meals. The cozy king-size bedroom includes a large wardrobe, while the bathroom is equipped with a bathtub and a washing machine for added convenience.
This charming home also boasts original truss ceilings, parquet floors, air conditioning, and a fan to keep you comfortable throughout your stay. A cradle is available on request for families with little ones. The apartment’s location puts you just a short walk away from supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and bars, making it the perfect base for exploring the city.
Shopping & Local Markets Shopping is a breeze with a supermarket just around the corner—less than a minute’s walk away. For a truly Venetian experience, head to the famous Rialto Market (closed Sundays) for the freshest fish, fruits, and vegetables, or explore the charming local food shops selling cheese, meats, and bread. If you’re in the mood for some retail therapy, you'll find an eclectic mix of boutiques, antique stores, and gift shops nearby.
How to Arrive By Plane:
From Marco Polo Venice Airport:
Best option: Take the ALILAGUNA ORANGE LINE directly to Rialto (about 50 minutes). Alternative: Take the ACTV or ATVO bus to Piazzale Roma, then board vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes). From Treviso Airport:
Take the ATVO coach to Piazzale Roma, then vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes). By Train:
From Venice Santa Lucia railway station: Take vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes). By Cruise Ship:
From the cruise terminal: If direct vaporetto access isn’t available, take the shuttle or people mover to Piazzale Roma, then vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes). By Car:
From Piazzale Roma: Take vaporetto line 2 to Rialto (about 12 minutes). Additional Information
Your stay includes a welcoming service, where an English- and Italian-speaking representative will meet you at Rialto Bridge or St. Mark’s Square at a prearranged time and escort you to the apartment, giving you a quick tour of the property.
Please note, check-ins after 8:00 PM will incur a 40 Euro evening check-in fee.
Tourist Tax In accordance with Venice's municipal regulations, a tourist tax is charged for all stays. The funds collected go toward enhancing tourist services and preserving the city's historic heritage. The tax is applicable for the first five nights of stay:
High season: €4 per person, per day Low season: €2.8 per person, per day Children under 10 are exempt, and those aged 10-16 receive a 50% reduction. For more details, please visit the official website. http://www.comune.venezia.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeBLOB.php/L/EN/IDPagina/48013
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Car not required
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Do not leave any garbage in the apartment before check-out. It is strictly prohibited to leave garbage within shared areas of the building. Failure to comply will result in €100 deposit deduction
Please remove all food from the fridge.
Before checking-out leave the keys on the kitchen table, and ensure the door is securely closed when you leave the apartment.
Please dispose of garbage at the nearest collection points: Santa Maria Formosa (near Coop/Zanzibar) or Campo della Guerra. Empty bags into bins, do not leave full bags inside.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No garbage must be left either in the apartment, or indoor/outdoor of the building. It's absolutely forbidden leave any garbage outside in the street.
Check-in later than 8.00 P.M. are subject to the evening check-in fee of 40 Euros and after midnight are subject to the late check-in fee of 60 Euros
Maximum stay in the apartment 30 days
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT027042C2BLM7EMNK
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Venice, this apartment is in the city centre. Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Basilica are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop. Marina di Venezia and San Teodoro are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Venice travel guide
Is Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice located?
Located in Castello, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Marco Polo's Home, St. Mark's Square and Rialto Bridge. St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are also within 10 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 25 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 25 minutes.
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Formosa Apartment: A Wonderful Holiday in the Heart of Gorgeous Venice Reviews
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Had a great stay here! Apartment is as described. Great communication. Clean, spacious, notes on the apartment amenities were helpful. Quiet building. It is on the 4th floor (no elevator like majority of buildings in Italy), but not really a big deal..just be aware of it. Close to everything you need to see and do in Venice. Don’t forget to check out Crazy Pizza just around the corner, as well as the gelaterie next to Hotel Da Bruno!! Have the Venetia cream gelato!!! 100% recommend staying here!
The apartment is in the perfect location! Brigitte met us and helped us get settled. She recommended where and when to ride a Gondola as well as the best restaurant nearby for a very unique and romantic dinner experience. The apartment was clean and well stocked with necessities. We would definitely book here again!
Darian H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
SYDNEY
28 May 2025
The apartment was very nice and well stocked in a central location. Unfortunately the room was not ready and cleaned when we arrived at 5:30pm. Otherwise everything was good.
The room was just like the pictures. Brigette met us & check in was smooth. Great location. Yes there is stairs, that we were ok with, but they are tough! 😊
Nice clean place in a great location
Thank you so much
This was a great property. Location is in between Rialto Bridge and St. Marks Square. Easy walking to both. All sorts of shops, grocery, restaurants. Apartment is set back in a deadend, but you just walk to the end and you are in a bustling area. Was perfect for us, but 44 steps is a lot for anyone with any bad knees or hips.
The apartment was amazing, wonderful location, close to Rialto Bridge and San Marco Square. Rooms were quite roomy for an historic region in Venice. Check in process was excellent with host arranging someone to meet us, take us to the apartment and show us the challenges of operating various equipment in the apartment. Please note, if you have mobility issues, there are many flights of stairs.
Everything they advertised. Only problem we ran into was I had a hard time getting an internet connection to contact the host at the meeting spot. A very nice girl from one of the shops contacted him for me, she said that area was hard to get service.
Brigitte met us at a piazza around the corner, escorted us the apartment, and showed us what we needed to know about the apartment.
This clean apartment is up three flights of stairs but so is the majority of Venice. Plenty of space for two adults. Separate AC mini-split units for the living room/kitchen and bedroom was very nice. It is located at the of a dead end, so you could sleep with the windows open and not worry about a lot of noise outside. A grocery store is just around the corner but if you don't want to cook check out Ristorante ai Barbicani and hit up Gelateria Gallonetto for dessert, all three being less than a two minute walk away.
this apartment is very central to lots of wonderful sights in Venice. It is a little shabby. It's clean but the furniture is minimal and not in good shape. The apartment was a very nice size and the kitchen was adequate for minimal use. The are 50 stairs to get to the apartment. it is not for the faint of heart!!! The host was good about check in. They met us and took us to the apartment. She actually lugged my bag up the stairs for me. That was very nice.
Very special apartment with unique old atmosphere from beams. Nice view from windows. Very comfortable! Location is very privilege. There is a nice restaurant close by, not touristy, very good service and excellent food. And situated right on a canal. Ask the lady about this restaurant at a check in time. Go there! If you walk from Rielto bridge, that would be a street before your street on the left. Walk there and almost at the canal bridge the restaurant is on your right. Blinking lights outside are there. Really good place! So, combination of good accommodation, location and the restoran suggestion made my experience in Venice 5 stars.
This apartment was a perfect place to stay for my visit in Venice. The property was clean, well stocked with cleaning products and towels, and was presented like a hotel! A small but very appreciated feature was the hair dryer. I know it seems ridiculous to comment on that but I have a lot of hair and it was wonderful to have a quality hair tool included!
Arrigo was a wonderful guide to the apartment and he went out of his way to provide tons of recommendations for places to eat, drink, and visit.
For those debating which floor the apartment is on, in Italy, the ground floor is considered “0” and the next floor the first floor. So, in Italy it’s on the 3rd floor but for North Americans we’d consider it the 4th floor.
As a solo female traveller I felt safe here and would HIGHLY recommend others to stay here, I know I will again!
We enjoyed everything about our trip to Venice. The place was in a great location. The host was very accommodating and met us early for check in. The place was clean and comfortable.
Lovely location, good communication with the host, very comfortable apartment with fairly up to date features. The stairs are a bit of a climb, but worth it! Dealing with garbage was an adventure, but that seems to be a Venitian feature...
Loved the apartment. Host is very nice. Apartment is perfect size for a couple. Clothes washer means less packing and lighter bags!!! But there are still those 47 narrow steps to the 3rd floor.
Place was in a very good location , clean and had everything . The only downside was 5 flights of stairs ( 47 steps ) that we had to do everyday . And having one key between 3 people was an inconvenient . Thanks
The apartment is lovely and in a perfect central location. Although Venice was hot during our visit, the AC was adequate and kept us comfortable.
The building entry and stair is a bit shabby - and remember it is a 3-story climb - but the unit is terrific, quiet and clean.
This gem was in the heart of Venice. Close to everything. Loved it. Only down fall was the 4 flights of stairs to get to it. But that just meant you could eat more pasta, right?!
This spot is close to Rialto (vaporetto), Basicilla, and lots of shopping and restaurants. Be prepared for lots of steps to the fourth floor, which we weren’t. Would have been okay if we had not over-packed our bags. Overall a great stay!