Piccolo Tiepolo
Hidden away in a quiet corner of Venice's Castello district, Piccolo Tiepolo offers a charming mix of refined heritage and snug comfort. Situated in a carefully restored 15th-century building, this small guesthouse provides visitors with a peaceful retreat just steps from St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, and the gleaming canals that define Venetian existence.
Its refined restraint and snug atmosphere are ideal for those who appreciate authenticity over excess.
A Venetian Soul Old Home
Piccolo Tiepolo resides in an ancient Venetian palazzo that has somehow preserved its architectural identity for centuries of change. The building's original elements—the arched windows, beamed ceilings, and traditional stucco finishes—are proof of the eternal loveliness of Renaissance Venice.
Old as it is, the house has been restored with great care to provide guests the amenities of contemporary living without sacrificing its age-old allure.
The hotel name is a salute to Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Venetian 18th-century painter renowned for his stately frescoes and luminous brushstrokes. So here, also in the same vein, Piccolo Tiepolo represents that spirit of lasting style—on a smaller, cozier scale.
Intimate Rooms with Canal Views
The Piccolo Tiepolo rooms are kept simple and intimate, acting as a quiet sanctuary from the bustling streets of Venice. They provide a combination of antique furniture and modern features such as air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi, and en-suite bathrooms.
Certain of the rooms offer tranquil canal views, which see the visitors rise to the sound of lapping water and gliding gondolas. The rooms are elegantly furnished with wood furnishings, gentle lighting, and muted color shades that echo the tranquility of Venetian dawns.
Calm and serene as they may be in the heart of Venice, the rooms are ideal for couples, singles, or small families who wish to recharge after a day of exploration.
Breakfast and Lounge Spaces
Every morning begins with the complimentary Italian breakfast, consumed in the cozy dining space or the hotel's lounge. The buffets normally include freshly prepared pastries, bread, cheese, fruit, and scented espresso—a perfect morning start for walking along the canals or exploring best attractions.
Piccolo Tiepolo also features a reading lounge, where visitors can sit back with a book, plan their travel itinerary for the following day, or simply bask in the relaxed rhythms of Venetian life. Its cozy atmosphere and thoughtful amenities encourage visitors to linger and savor every moment of their stay.
Location: Steps Away from St. Mark's Square
With its prime location in Corte Sabionera, 4346, Piccolo Tiepolo is within walking distance of several of the most iconic landmarks in Venice. The Basilica di San Marco, the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs are all nearby, making it easy to visit the city's cultural heart.
The hotel is close to stops for vaporetto (water bus) and water taxi routes, making it easy to travel all over the lagoon—to islands such as Murano, Burano, and Giudecca. The convenience of reaching the hotel is also facilitated by ease of access from Venice Marco Polo Airport or Santa Lucia train station.
A Warm Welcome and Local Hospitality
Hospitality is warm and intimate at Piccolo Tiepolo. The warm, family-run management makes every guest feel at home. The hosts are renowned for their warm welcoming manner, including useful local tips on local restaurants, old-fashioned osterias, and lesser-trodden alleyways that reveal Venice's hidden beauty.
From assisting with directions, recommending a romantic gondola boat ride, or arranging airport transfers, the hosts embody the city's legendary spirit of Venetian largesse—warm, genuine, and elegant.
A Tranquil Oasis within Venice
It is among the rare big hotels that did not forsake intimacy and discretion, Piccolo Tiepolo provides a tranquil haven within a secluded alley.
Visitors can find peace even when placed near Venice's busiest spots. It is replaced instead by city noise with soothing Venetian melodies with the occasional voice of a passing gondolier or a church bell in the distance.
The ideal balance between accessibility and serenity creates Piccolo Tiepolo the ideal lodging for travelers seeking a genuine Venetian experience—where history, comfort, and convenience harmonize perfectly.
The Essence of Simple Venetian Elegance
Piccolo Tiepolo lacks grandeur or heavy ornamentation, but it possesses something far more valuable: a true sense of place. Every aspect, from its centuries-old walls to its warm hospitality, whispers of Venice's eternal allure.
There, visitors don't merely sleep in Venice—they become part of its quiet rhythm, carried on the same ageless spirit that has inspired masters and romantics for centuries.