Hotel Nuovo Teson
In the middle of Venice's historic Castello district, a short distance from Arsenale di Venezia and St. Mark's Square, is Hotel Nuovo Teson—a charming three-star hotel filled with the city's maritime tradition. Together with its elegant decor, welcoming staff, and lagoon-side location, the hotel offers visitors a relaxing, authentic Venetian retreat.
Amidst narrow canals and historic buildings, the hotel provides the perfect combination of modern comfort and Venetian character. Regardless of the purpose of the trip - romance, leisure, or culture - Hotel Nuovo Teson guests are surrounded by the timeless beauty of the Floating City.
Location and Accessibility
Hotel Nuovo Teson is ideally located at Campiello de la Pescaria, 3979/3980, in the Castello district—one of the most ancient and authentic districts of Venice. Guests can have proximity to the city's most famous sights within minutes and still have a quieter, residential atmosphere.
Primary nearby points of interest:
St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco) – 8-minute walk
Doge's Palace – 9 minutes walking distance
Bridge of Sighs – 7 minutes away
Arsenale di Venezia – 2 minutes from the hotel
Riva degli Schiavoni – the romantic waterfront promenade a few steps away
Arsenale Vaporetto stop, which is just 150 meters away from the hotel, provides easy access to the other islands of Murano, Burano, and Lido di Venezia. Guests arriving by vaporetto line 1 or 4.1 from the Santa Lucia Train Station or Piazzale Roma are dropped at Arsenale itself, so it is also easy for those guests traveling with luggage.
Design and Atmosphere
Hotel Nuovo Teson has the warm hospitality that typifies Venetian townhouses. The building, part of an ancient merchant's house, is restored with faithfulness to maintain its originality while ushering in modern design themes.
Interiors are sophisticatedly adorned with wood beams, Murano glass light fittings, and sumptuous textiles, and there is a luxurious but cozy feel. The lobby and lounge spaces gaze back toward the hotel's maritime past, and subtle decorative references to Venice's history as a seafaring nation.
Soft lighting, designer furnishings, and subdued colors all blend together to provide a calm ambiance that is both classic and contemporary throughout the hotel.
Rooms and Accommodation
There are 22 beautifully decorated rooms in the hotel, each of which combines traditional Venetian style with comfort. Couples and families have the option of Classic, Superior, and Deluxe rooms.
All of the rooms feature
Private shower and complimentary toiletries
Air conditioning system and heating system
Complimentary Wi-Fi
International program flat-screen TV
Minibar and safe deposit box
Writing desk and wardrobe
Some of the rooms overlook quaint Venetian streets or inner courtyards, while others overlook surrounding canals. The decor inside includes glossy wood furniture, understated patterns, and warm color, which together provide a sense of sophistication and comfort.
Guests appreciate the silence and privacy of the rooms and the lavish bedding, which is particularly appreciated after a day spent on foot in Venice.
Breakfast and Dining
One of the stay highlights at Hotel Nuovo Teson is a breakfast buffet and is enjoyed daily in the spacious breakfast room. An abundance of pastries, fresh fruit, bread, yoghurt, cereals, cheese, and cold meat are all matched by freshly prepared Italian coffee, cappuccinos, and fruit juices.
Breakfast mirrors the hotel's attention to detail and level of service, and both continental and full Italian options are available to suit different tastes.
For lunch and dinner, the area has an excellent choice of restaurants, trattorias, and wine bars, with some of the famous Venetian ones along Riva degli Schiavoni and in the Campo Bandiera e Moro area. Visitors can sample traditional Venetian dishes such as spaghetti alle vongole, sarde in saor, or risotto al nero di seppia a few minutes' walk from the hotel.
Facilities and Services
Small in size but with the services and professionalism of a large hotel, Hotel Nuovo Teson welcomes guests like family with multilingual staff renowned for their hospitality, efficiency, and personalized service.
Services:
24-hour reception
Luggage storage
Concierge service for tours, restaurants, and transport
Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel
Laundry and ironing service (on request)
Airport transfer (on request)
Hotel personnel are usually commended for their local knowledge and willingness to help with itineraries, restaurant suggestions, and vaporetto timetables—maximizing guests' stay.
Attractions and Activities in the Vicinity
The Castello area of the hotel allows guests to explore the well-known and not-so-well-known areas of Venice. Aside from the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square, guests have the option of exploring the Arsenale, a huge shipyard that was the service of Venetian society, or the Biennale Gardens where the international art and architecture biennales take place.
Other attractions within easy reach are:
Basilica di San Zaccaria – renowned for its Bellini paintings.
Campo San Francesco della Vigna – peaceful architectural gem.
Giardini della Biennale – lovely to walk through pavilions and sculpture galleries.
The fact that it has a nearby vaporetto stop also makes it easy to visit the Lido for an evening or daytime aperitivo on the beach.
Guest Experience and Hospitality
All guests characterize their stay in Hotel Nuovo Teson as cozy, well-situated, and warmly welcomed. The small size of the hotel allows for the creation of a homey ambiance with staff going out of their way to welcome every guest.
The lack of pretence, cleanliness, and affordability lends the hotel a certain appeal to couples, families, and solo travelers. Some suggest its quiet ambiance with closeness to Venice's main attractions.
Conclusion
Hotel Nuovo Teson speaks volumes about restrained Venetian hospitality—polite, warm, and just plain comfortable. Its proximity to St. Mark's Square and Arsenale, comfortable rooms, and warm service make it a perfect choice for those who want to explore Venice's essence from a quiet, elegant base.
Whether they come by vaporetto or on foot, all of Hotel Nuovo Teson's guests share the serene beauty of quintessential Venetian life—timeless, warm, and forgotten.