Pensione Accademia Villa Maravege - Venezia

We had needed an ectra room for our children who planned to join us. The staff accomodated us well. We then needed an addtional night too. They had originally paced us in a back room (the one reserved for our children). After we told them that we had paid for a room with a canal view, they helped us move into that one- no problem. They were very helpful getting dinner reservations etc. Excellent location - lovely atrium sitting area in back. And close to the Grand Canal. Oh, an did I mention I sprained my ankle while in Venice? They were so helpful and brought me ice packs etc. Very nice experience. I am already referring friends there!

The night clerk was a real gentleman and very pleasant and helpful. We most appreciated him of all, although everyone was very nice and helpful.

The fact that we had to pay to use the internet. With the room charges we paid I expect that for free. Also, a call was made to Swiss Air in Swizterland by one of your staff to try and help us check in for our flight. We were not told we would have to pay for it. It wasn't a requirement that we call, but it was a very nice try to help us. The charge was only 4.05 Euros but the fact that we weren't told we would have to pay for it, again when we are paying so much for the room, was a bit cheap on your part we thought.

close but not too close to city sights friendly helpful staff lovely gardens clean and well looked after charming large room the availability of the Murano trip

we thought it might be better if evening food was available - this is not a criticism

We stayed 5 nights at this delightful and friendly hotel tucked behind the Accademia in Venice. Our room was very comfortable with en-suite facilities and a breath-taking view over 2 small canals and part of the Grand Canal which they fed into. Morning breakfast was delightful, taken outdoors (but under Gazebo cover) and copious with a wide range of choice. Our stay in this excellent hotel gave us quiet nights (it is slightly off the beaten track) and yet ridiculously easy access to the Grand Canal, St. Mark’s Square and all the other Venice attractions. Almost a toss of a coin could decide whether one went to the “touristy” parts or to the more local parts where Venetian children played under the watchful supervision of parents and grandparents in the square. Good local shops, including a small supermarket where one could get one’s Sambuca or Prosecco at next to nothing, helped to keep costs down. The € 50 Vaporetto ticket (unlimited travel for a week) is worth getting – because we must have spent hours on the Vaporetti, going out to Murano or riding round Venice at night. This hotel is very near the Vaporetto stop at Accademia and so we found that we did not need to bother with water taxis when we were laden with luggage. The staff at the hotel were friendly, efficient and good-humoured. We shall stay at this hotel next time we come to Venice!

Pensione Accademia is a delight - position, views, garden, staff. Everything exceeded expectations. Highly recommended.

The location and the building, is an old venetian villa with a beautiful garden

Too many pieces of furniture in the room

very good location (close to everything but still private; has a garden), helpful staff, lots of charm, good value vis a vis Venice, lots of lighting in the rooms (can read in bed)

all good

Its situation for access to Venice and the Vaporetti but it was in a quiet location.

The beds were too hard

A very comfortable hotel, with friendly, efficient and helpful staff and an excellent location. Great benefit (in Venice) of two gardens, including a delightful back garden. Nice room, with canal view (though this meant noisy mornings!) pleasant furnishings and good bathroom. Good lemon tea available in the afternoon.

Breakfasts are no better than adequate - poor coffee, poor juices, apparently watered down.The concierges at the desk were extremely helpful, but to our surprise would not allow us to check-in for our flight on-line.

Gardens and ambiance were great. Like going back to the 1800's. Breakfast was good. Location was great.

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Our second time at Pensione Accademia and the welcome we received from staff was again excellant.It is a beautiful place to stay with good access to everywhere.Will go again.

The location was excellent - quiet, and away from busy tourist areas, yet within easy walking distance of San Marco square and the shops. Positioned on a canal, the hotel was able to be reached by water taxi or gondola. The picturesque gardens surrounding the hotel added to the ambience and was a delightful place to sit in the evening or to have breakfast. Breakfast menu was varied and very adequate. Staff were helpful and friendly.

The decor in the rooms was a little drab, but spotlessly clean. The bar closed early in the evening and we were unable to get a coffee or late night drink.

This is a charming hotel slightly off the beaten path, which in Venice in July, was most welcome. Its near enough the must-see locations to be convenient, yet the calm, quiet atmosphere was worth its weight in gold to me during an oppressively hot visit. The gardens were just perfect for breakfast and a relaxing glass of wine after the heat of the day.

a fantastic, calm, romantic hideaway in Venice

It felt more like a home than a hotel with smaller premises and helpful staff. The gardens were particularly comforting as a cool oasis in the hot summer weather. It was really enjoyable to have breakfast (terrific buffet) in the front garden area overlooking the canal and then to sit in the back garden later in the day and enjoy a quiet swing or a good book. The room was clean and plenty big enough for my son and I. The rest of the hotel really reflected the history and culture of Venice. The location was terrific as the Pensione was a very short walk from the water transportation and the main tourist areas yet far enough away to avoid the noise of the big crowds.

Lack of elevator and the staff could have been somewhat more friendly.Overall I would have absoultely no hesitation in recommending this Pensione!