In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 58 guest reviews of Violino d'Oro Venezia. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Location and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Breakfast is served rather than a buffet, and some found the choice limited. Some rooms have little or no view, for example onto a wall.
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Violino d'Oro Venezia is an 18th-century building with decorated rooms, overlooking the San Moisè Canal. Saint Mark’s Square is less than 2 minutes’ walk away.
Interiors at Violino d’Oro Hotel feature exposed wooden beams and crystal chandeliers ancient art and contemporary design. The rooms come with air conditioning, a satellite flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom complete with bathrobes and slippers. The restaurant offers a rich homemade breakfast and traditional Venetian cuisine with a creative touch in a romantic setting. Iconic cocktails and cicchetti at Il Piccolo Bar for a gondola view aperitivo.
Private water entrance.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 22 October 2026 · How we review hotels
This hotel is best for those wanting central convenience and a classic atmosphere. Violino d'Oro Venezia sits in a prime San Marco location overlooking the San Moisè Canal. The property boasts carefully preserved 18th-century interiors and accessible facilities with elevator access.
Guests score it 9.5 out of 10 — the average across the 17 hotels we list in Venice is 9.4.
Hotel highlights
- Situated less than a two-minute walk from Saint Mark’s Square, the hotel offers immediate access to Venice's historic center, making sightseeing exceptionally convenient.
- Many of the rooms and common areas look directly onto the San Moisè Canal, allowing guests to watch passing gondolas from a quiet vantage point.
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Prices at Violino d'Oro Venezia
When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €1,280 in total (€640 per night).
Across our last 30 daily price checks, the nightly rate has ranged from €604 to €1,224.
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What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 58 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +A delicious breakfast that many guests single out
- +A restaurant described as divine, with an attentive maître d' at dinner
- –Breakfast is served rather than a buffet, and some found the choice limited
- –Waits and slow service at breakfast
- –A small bar with little atmosphere, and breakfast in a separate building that can mean crossing the street
”The breakfast was over-the-top amazing and delicious.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, attentive staff who go the extra mile
- +Concierges full of good advice who even helped organise a marriage proposal
- +Small touches such as evening turndown and the next day's weather forecast
- +Smooth transfers, and room changes arranged on request
- –Slow service at breakfast
- –Rooms in the annex can only be reached after contacting reception
- –A dispute over a charge for a cancelled walking tour was handled poorly
”The staff really go the extra mile. Nothing is too much trouble.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Comfortable, beautifully decorated rooms full of thoughtful touches
- +Very comfortable beds and good pillows
- +Spacious, stylish rooms in a new hotel
- –Some rooms have little or no view, for example onto a wall
- –One room did not match the photos in the listing
- –Beds, pillows and mattresses are not to everyone's taste
”The rooms are breathtaking, so beautifully appointed.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +A new hotel, kept spotless
- +Very clean rooms
- –Air conditioning problems in a suite
- –A shower that leaked
- –A musty smell in one bathroom
”Incredibly clean, and it is a new hotel too.” — guest, translated
Location
- +Right behind St Mark's Square, close to the Basilica and the Doge's Palace
- +Walking distance to the Rialto Bridge, amid upmarket shops
- +Plenty of good restaurants and bars nearby
- –Tour groups and a gondola stop right outside the door bring a lot of bustle
”Superb location behind St Mark's Square, and quiet.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +Remarkably quiet for such a central location
- +A peaceful haven away from the bustle of Venice
- –Poor soundproofing, with noise from neighbouring rooms and slamming doors
”Amazing location, so close to everything yet quiet!” — guest, translated
Value for money
- –A very expensive hotel
- –Bottled water in the room and drinks come at a price
- –One guest felt it was poor value for money
”Very poor value for money.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark are mentioned too rarely in the sample for an honest picture — we don't guess.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Violino d'Oro Venezia from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)?
Violino d'Oro Venezia is approximately 8.2 km from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate Violino d'Oro Venezia?
Violino d'Oro Venezia is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 533 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.5/10 from 192 guest reviews.
How many stars does Violino d'Oro Venezia have?
Violino d'Oro Venezia is a 4-star hotel.
What amenities does Violino d'Oro Venezia offer?
Violino d'Oro Venezia offers free Wifi, family rooms, restaurant, facilities for disabled guests, room service and 24-hour front desk.
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San Marco 2091, Venice, Italy