Located in Dorsoduro, a neighborhood in Venice, Hotel Pausania is near a train station and on the waterfront. Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grand Canal and Lido of Venice Beaches. Zattere and Maritime Station are also worth visiting. Visit our Venice travel guide
Dorsoduro, 2824, Venice, VE, 30123
What's nearby
Ca' Rezzonico
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Biennale di Venezia
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ca' Foscari University of Venice
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Peggy Guggenheim Museum
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Piazzale Roma
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Venezia Tronchetto Station
12 min drive
Venice Santa Lucia Station
17 min walk
Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
25 min drive
Restaurants
Osteria Ai Pugni
2 min walk
Bar alla Toletta
3 min walk
Margaret Duchamp
3 min walk
Bakaró
4 min walk
Bar Ai Artisti
1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Pausania
Hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Piazzale Roma
Near Grand Canal and St. Mark's Square, Hotel Pausania provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge), and a TV in the lobby
An elevator, outdoor furniture, and a front-desk safe
Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Pausania have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
Train station shuttle on request
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
A bar/lounge
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
High chair
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
On the waterfront
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (30 inch wide door)
Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
Roll-in shower (59 inches wide)
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
More
1 building
4 floors
Built in 1400
Communal living room
Renovated entire property - March 2024
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Heating (climate-controlled)
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, train station, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booking their stay in Venice are kindly requested to visit the #EnjoyRespectVenezia site www.comune.venezia.it/en/content/enjoyrespectvenezia for important information and regulations applied in the city.
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/.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply to patients and their companions, and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties, subject to the submission of proper documents to the property. A 30 percent reduction applies from January 1-31.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 31 January, EUR 2.40 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.20 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 February - 31 December, EUR 3.50 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.70 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 IT027042A1JT4WKEUX
We should mention
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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
Hotel Pausania
Hotel Pausania Venice
Pausania
Pausania Venice
Pausania Hotel Venice
Hotel Pausania Hotel
Hotel Pausania Venice
Hotel Pausania Hotel Venice
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Pausania pet-friendly?
Yes, Hotel Pausania allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hotel Pausania?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Pausania?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Hotel Pausania located?
Located in Dorsoduro, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Campo Santa Margherita, Piazzale Roma, and Grand Canal. St. Mark's Square and Teatro La Fenice are also within 1 mi (2 km). Venezia Tronchetto Station is 26 minutes by foot and Venice Santa Lucia Station is 17 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Pausania Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Comfortable bed and bedding. I slept well every night of my stay.
Very friendly, helpful staff.
Clean throughout.
Small breakfast selection, but I’m not a fussy eater. I thought it was great.
Lovely breakfast room.
Great value for money. I’d definitely stay again!
Antony
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
6/10 Okay
Malori
Jan 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Location was good that’s the only good thing I have to say. The staff was nice too. However,
This room is for people who don’t mind small spaces/imperfections. The shower door was messed up and falling off. The bed was so uncomfortable. I could hear seagulls making noise all day and night. The TV had no channels in English..
Very pleasant and helpful staff. good value for money.
excellent location with a variety of good local restaurants
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Cathy
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great, quiet location. Air con not great and a little noisy (on the top floor) but staff friendly, breakfast good and overall convenient and comfortable.
Had a great stay for 2 nights in Venice. Very good service from all the staff. Well done - I would definitely recommend this hotel. The location is perfectly located in the Dorsoduro.
Douglas
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon
Oct 15, 2024
Loved the history of the architecture. One wish would be brighter lighting in room and a mirror in the room in addition to the vanity mirror in the bathroom. The staff were amazing and the hotel breakfast really, really good.
Sharon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
cristian
Jun 17, 2024
Nice property. Centrally located with train station and Piazza San Marco easily accessible. The hotel was undergoing needed renovations. Staff was helpful.
Lovely situation in the less touristy area of Venice, in the university area where lots of local people live. Close to the Grand Canal for water transport. Lots of good sensibly priced places to eat and drink. Brilliant breakfasts and staff all friendly and helpful. We had a lovely short break and if we visit Venice again we will come back here.
I can highly recommend Hotel Pausania, it is a beautiful place to stay while in Venice, located just off a quiet square with many lovely neighbourhoods to explore & have meals in. It is within walking distance to the Peggy Guggenheim Museum, Academy Bridge, also the water taxi can drop and pick you up nearby. Thanks to Hotel Pausania for a peaceful & delightful stay in Venice, my room had a beautiful view over the garden from big double windows that opened for the morning sun.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hotel Pausania. It is a modest hotel with a warm friendly atmosphere in a building characterized by the history and classic architecture of old Venice. Upon arrival guests enter the hotel through a historic stone courtyard that makes you feel like you have traveled back in time. The room was comfortable, clean and spacious enough to accommodate four of us, including our two children with separate beds. The staff was friendly and went out of their way to accommodate us when we accidentally dropped a ring down the sink drain. They were miraculously able to retrieve it for us! And the location!! I can't say enough about the location. Dorsoduro has none of the hordes of tourists and daytrippers that San Marco and San Polo have but all of the charm! There are plenty of restaurants, shops and picturesque piazzas surrounding the hotel and all within walking distance of the more famous attractions such as St. Mark's, etc. I can't recommend Hotel Pausania enough!
I liked the location, it was a little further from the craziness of the St Marc Square area but it gave the full Venice experience, and it was about 10-12 minutes walk from vaporetto stops. Message the hotel in advance if you'd like a room like on the pictures and say you want a 'Fresco room' and they will try to accommodate you. Breakfast was tasty but not exactly abundant. Only cold food. The place is very clean and the inner patio is a good place to relax after a long day of walking.
The room was spacious and comfortable but the bathroom was a bit cramped because of the bidet. Overall it felt clean but the water kettle seemed a bit dusty so I didn't use it (it would have been nice to make myself some coffee though). There was an AC and a mini bar which was very nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I needed to leave at night when it was dark outisde and the man who worked in the reception was very helpful, he told me which way was the fastest and safest to the bus station and also gave me some cookies. The location is very good and felt very safe. It's close to Piazzale Roma where the buses, trains and boats are.
Sara
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
MaryBeth
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the location
First, the positives: Hotel Pausania is located in a convenient location. It's a short walk from the hotel to the Ca' Rezzonico water bus stop, two plazas with plenty of dining options, and a bridge that crosses the Grand Canal, which leads to the main tourist area. The bathroom in our room was spotless and modern; the bedroom featured a beautiful ceiling mural and glass chandelier. The hotel also has a lovely breakfast room that overlooks a grassy courtyard. The buffet-style breakfast was a hit with our American teens.
Now the negatives...My family had booked two rooms through Hotels.com, one in my name, the other in my adult son's name. At check-in, the desk clerk accepted my name and our passports to check into the first room, but asked my son to produce additional proof of his reservation. Next we encountered a foul odor in the family room, which I brought to the attention of hotel staff. To their credit, they promptly sent someone to investigate and it seemed better when we returned from dinner. Before dinner, I saw an employee standing by a bar in the lobby area. I inquired about a drink and was advised to make one in my room with the minibar. Finally, there was maintenance work going on in the narrow hallway at the top of the steps just outside our room door the morning that we checked out.
MaryBeth
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Daniel
May 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
No shower in room - only bathtub which was disappointing and not made clear on Expedia app. Breakfast choices were mediocre and limited compared to hotels in Florence and Rome which we stayed at after Venice. They also gave only one complimentary bottle of water for tea and coffee which was cheap. Unlimited water should be available for price of room. Location of hotel was good and quiet.
Staff were super friendly, the area was quieter than the main touristy spots and the room was clean and comfortable. Overall a quality experience at the Pausania hotel!