Charming House Iqs
Location: Campiello Querini Stampalia, Castello 4425, Venice, it
Star Rating: 9.6 Stars
Property Type: Apartments
About this Property
Luxurious Suites with a View
Contemporary Design and Exclusive Features
The Charming House IQS offers modern suites with unique designs, blending contemporary style, art, and technology for an exclusive stay. Each suite is meticulously crafted with a variety of materials, ensuring a one-of-a-kind experience for guests.
Top-Notch Amenities and Services
Indulge in luxury with Nespresso coffee makers, Smart TVs, and premium bath products in every suite. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, enjoy in-room breakfast, and unwind with iPod docking stations and DVD players. The hotel's attention to detail ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for all guests.
Prime Location with Stunning Canal Views
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Venice with charming canal views from your suite at Charming House. Conveniently situated near iconic landmarks and a waterbus station, exploring the city has never been easier.
Experience luxury, comfort, and convenience at Charming House IQS. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Venice getaway.
Important Information
Please note that full payment of the booked stay is due on arrival. This does not apply to nonrefundable rates.
Please note that an additional charge of 100€ after 8 Pm is applicable for late check-in.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Managed by a private host
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Express check-in/check-out
- Safety deposit box
- Soundproof rooms
- Massage services
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Invoice provided
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Express check-in
- Free wired internet
- Golfing on site
- Internet access
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
- Accessible train station shuttle
- No accessible train station shuttle
Rooms Available
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
753 sq feet
Layout - Living room and sitting area
Relax - In-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV, satellite channels, and MP3 dock
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and dishwasher
Sleep - Frette Italian linens, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Access to in-room child care, double sofa bed, and safe; cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Smoking And Non-Smoking, renovated in September 2014
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Sofa bed
- Free newspaper
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- In-room massage available
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Frette Italian sheets
- MP3 docking station
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bedroom
- Smoking and Non-Smoking
- Bedsheets provided
- Coffee grinder
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Deluxe Suite
2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
914 sq feet
Layout - Living room and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV, satellite channels, and MP3 dock
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and dishwasher
Sleep - Frette Italian linens, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Phone, double sofa bed, and access to in-room child care; cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Smoking And Non-Smoking, renovated in September 2014
Room is accessed via exterior corridors; connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Guests who book this room type will not have free access to all property facilities
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Sofa bed
- Free newspaper
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Frette Italian sheets
- MP3 docking station
- Room type does not include complimentary access to all property facilities
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bedroom
- Smoking and Non-Smoking
- Bedsheets provided
- Coffee grinder
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Apartment
Large, modern suite with canal views, kitchen facilities, LED TV with DVD player, an iPod charger and a shower.
Max Occupancy: 4 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Toilet
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
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Deluxe Apartment
Featuring views over the canals, this spacious and exclusive air-conditioned suite includes design furniture and contemporary art. The two bathrooms overlook the 14th-century internal courtyard. A Smart TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock Station and a Nespresso coffee machine complete the room.
Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Toilet
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Key access
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Duplex Apartment
This spacious apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Toilet
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Bidet
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Private apartment in building
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Key access
Guest Reviews
- Rita (8/5): -
- Teresa (9/5): En este apartamento uno se siente como en casa! - La ubicación espectacular. Con 5 ventanas hacia el canal y una pequeña plaza que eran un lujo. Alice, la persona que nos atendió fue amabilísima y 24 horas atenta a cada detalle. Todo fantástico salvo el frigorífico, que es un pequeño minibar y a mí personalmente me gusta contar con un frigorífico cuando me alojo en un apartamento.
- Dániel Örs (10/5): -
- CHIARA (10/5): -
- Andreja (10/5): -
- Arınç (10/5): -
- Sophie (9/5): Fabuleux séjour, à part quelques détails tout était parfait ! - Emplacement au top ! Proche de tout, très central mais tout en étant au calme. Logement très cosy, très grand avec beaucoup de charme. Hôte très accueillante et adorable. Répond aux messages rapidement par WhatsApp. Service bateau taxi proposé vraiment super !
Superbe vue sur les canaux ! Les canapés sont vieillissants et peu confortables, la porte du lave-vaisselle cassée, et la vaisselle n'était pas très propre à notre arrivée. Pas de micro-onde.
- Victoria (10/5): Perfect stay in Venice! - Location was a 5 min walk to San Marco square. Everything you need is close by. The apartment is very spacious and well equipped with everything you could need! None
- Clayton (8/5): - It was safe and quiet.
- Alona (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful, clean and modern apartment in a perfect location, highly recommended!
- Eva (10/5): - The location and accommodation itself were excellent. Close to everything while in a quieter zone. Accomodation was large and well laid out and the kitchen was an asset for breakfasts. Staff accommodated an earlier check in for us which was much appreciated after an overnight flight,
- Christine (10/5): - Great stay from beginning to end. The apartment was clean and spacious, easily accommodating two adults and a teenager. Perfectly situated on a quiet square, it's a quick walk (less than 10 minutes) to St. Mark's and the Rialto Bridge.
Katia, the property manager, reached out days before our arrival to see if she could help arrange transport from the train station. We took her up on that, and she arranged a private water taxi that took us directly to the apartment, where she greeted us at the gate. She is not on the property at all times but came back the following day when we locked our keys inside the apartment! She also arranged our transport -- another water taxi -- to the airport.
- Chad (10/5): - Host was great with communication including arranging water taxi from airport and then to train station to depart. Great location with a short walk to St Mark's square but far enough away it was kind of quiet. Was plenty of space for 5 of us. Was fun to be able to stand and watch the gondola's float by from the main living area.
- christel (10/5): merveilleux - séjour fantastique dans cette hébergement . Merci à Tania , vous avez fait de notre voyage un beau voyage . Je recommande à tous les voyageurs de vous arreter à cet endroit .
- Hannah (10/5): A beautifully designed and peaceful retreat in the heart of Venice, an unforgettable stay at Charming House IQS. - Our stay at Charming House IQS in Venice was luxurious, peaceful, and perfectly located just moments from St. Mark’s Square, yet tucked away enough to feel like a serene retreat. The suite was stylish, spacious, and immaculately clean, with thoughtful design touches and every comfort you could ask for. The hosts were incredibly professional and welcoming, offering fantastic service with genuine warmth. A true hidden gem in the heart of Venice.
- Carolina (8/5): Ótimo, mas com ressalva das camas e travesseiros - Localização excelente. A Tânia é extremamente gentil, simpática e atenciosa. Apartamento muito confortável para família. Um ponto de atenção são as camas e travesseiros desconfortáveis, o que foi uma pena!
- D7160JTcarolineg (10/5): Perfect! - Our experience at Charming House IQS in Venice was incredible! I highly recommend staying here. The property is beautiful, accessible, and the staff is very kind. Katia took the time to explain the city and apartment in full detail; she was outstanding. The apartment was roomy, bright, very clean, and gorgeous. I would definitely stay again and recommend it to anyone visiting Venice!
- Basil (9/5): Superb -
- Ezgi (10/5): Stylish stay in perfect location - The location was perfect, and the design was refreshingly modern and minimal, a contrast to the generally heavier interiors found in Venice. The lady who assisted us was incredibly helpful and kind. Everything was perfect – thank you for a wonderful stay! Cleaning may be better
- Jane (8/5): We did enjoy our stay in the apartment and it suited us very well. - Lots of space and great decor. The loft bedroom had no wardrobe for hanging clothes and a tiny chest of drawers which was quite inadequate. No bedside tables or lamps. This was very disappointing. The extra lounge could have accommodated these.
A fixed shower would have been good .
The other bathroom had no ventilation, so there was a continual damp smell.
- Maria (10/5): - The apartment was incredibly comfortable. The air, the wifi, the beds, all A quality!! The check in process was easy and the staff were super helpful. Rooms separate with a door which was great! Convenient to all shops and restaurants. You can catch a water taxi right outside the door! Beautiful.
- adam (10/5): - Great location and service arranging pick up and leaving water taxis, highly recommend!!
- Mitchell (10/5): I wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Venice. - The staff went out of their way to be helpful and generous. Extraordinary!
- Nino (10/5): I'd love to come back again. - Comfortable, clean, modern apart-hotel type apartment. The apartment was equipped with all the necessary things. The apartment was very comfortable for two couples. Separate bedrooms and bathrooms. Daily cleaning service and supply of water, coffee and daily necessities. Tanya is the best host, she booked us the best restaurants and gave us recommendations for all our questions. If you want to have a quality vacation in Venice, I absolutely recommend charming house Iqs to everyone.
- Vlad (9/5): Superb -
- 211josephinew (10/5): An amazing place to stay in Venice as a couple, with friends, or as a family! - In the most perfect spot quiet but a moments walk to everywhere you want to go. We stayed with our two children 11 and 12 the both loved place. Nothing was too much trouble, they recommended and booked amazing restaurants for us ( not silly expensive but great locations) and helped organise us trips - they were great and would stay again in a heart beat. This is my first review on Tripadvisor but felt I should as it was so great!!
- jv_bcn (6/5): mixed - giant room, decently appointed. stylish. ground floor behind reception, noise insulation poor. infested with mosquitoes - as soon as you open the window, you have half a dozen coming in. staff is helpful but "forgets" (like the receipt for city tax, requested 3 times, still don't have it). AC works but is installed just outside the room, buzzing away like a giant insect. not to be repeated.
- Donna (10/5): Exceptional -
- Katarzyna (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing localization, stunning interiors and best host ever!
- Birgit (10/5): Becoming Venetian for a couple of days! - Alexa was very helpful and informative. Explained and made suggestions! We were able to leave our luggage after checking out tuntil we had to catch our ferry. All went well!
- Bryanjspt (10/5): Amazing service, great apartment and location - This was a great hotel and experience for our family. Originally I booked dd724 but due to construction they offered us to stay in the IQS apartment and we are so happy with that decision. I was nervous because it was an apartment and wondered about security but I quickly realized when we saw the unit it was completely secure with 4 different entry door barriers before entering the apartment and has a common meeting room that the staff used to conduct some work during the day which was very convenient since we could ask them recommendations for food and activities for the kids. They called restaurants for us and Sylvia even called our next hotel in Rome for us to ask for an early check in! Tania brought us fresh croissants each morning which our kids loved. The apartment was a 2 bedroom and 2 bath with showers in each. A/C worked well throughout which was important since it was 88 when we were there. All linens were fresh and the place cleaned daily. It was hotel service for an apartment which was much better than a typical air BB. Location was great on a canal any very close to st. Marks square. I would book this place again in a heart beat. Highly recommend.
- Jennifer (10/5): Beautiful stay in Venice - We had a great stay at the Charming House iQs. Alexa was so welcoming and arranged a water taxi for us to reach the property and to get back to the airport at the conclusion of our trip. She had some maps ready to help us navigate the city and gave us a list of restaurants and other notable locations to see during our stay.
- Peter (10/5): Highly recommended- perfect location! - Spacious, private apartments in a beautiful setting right on the canal and close to everything you need in Venice. The pictures on their website are accurate. Alexa is extremely knowledgeable and friendly and takes you in like a family member to make your holiday as comfortable and unforgettable as possible. And most importantly, KLM lost our suitcases when we arrived in Venice and Alexa and Tania went above and beyond in getting them to our room including calling the airport, lost luggage and the delivery service, waiting on the phone line, and ensuring we got our bags, which we finally did. They kept us up to date the whole time via WhatsApp. We were able to relax and enjoy Venice while they took care of those needs. Would absolutely recommend and will absolute return.
- Quesepa (10/5): Highly Recommend - Perfect Location - Spacious, private apartments in a beautiful setting right on the canal and close to everything you need in Venice. The pictures on their website are accurate. Alexa is extremely knowledgeable and friendly and takes you in like a family member to make your holiday as comfortable and unforgettable as possible. And most importantly, KLM lost our suitcases when we arrived in Venice and Alexa and Tania went above and beyond in getting them to our room including calling the airport, lost luggage and the delivery service, waiting on the phone line, and ensuring we got our bags, which we finally did. They kept us up to date the whole time via WhatsApp. We were able to relax and enjoy Venice while they took care of those needs. Would absolutely recommend and will absolute return.
- Melanie (10/5): - We staying at Charming House for only 1 night, but Alexa couldn't have been more kind and welcoming to us. She allowed us to drop all our luggage off with her hours before the apartment was ready so we could leave on a boat tour. She really took her time with us to give us some helpful tips on where to go in the area. We really appreciated this extra gesture. My family loved the apartment - it's right in the heart of Venice. You can look out a window and watch gondolas go by and people walking about. You can also close all the windows and shades and have some peace and quiet. The apartment was very clean and well kept. Lovely place and we hope to come back again for a longer stay!
- VinceG422 (10/5): Location, host, accommodation perfection - The location is perfect. A 2 minute walk to busy areas but the house is located in a very relaxed quiet neighborhood. Probably the best gondola watching intersection in the city from the access bridge. Alexa is an incredible host and will tell you about all the best places for good food, vistas, and experiences. The room was huge with very comfortable beds, modern styling, and unique Venetian charm. Just incredible!
- Fredi879 (10/5): Short family trip in Venice - We stayed for a couple of days in Venice. Value for money deserve the price paid for. In the middle of city center and easy to walk kids around. Alexa the manager is a plus. Definitely good place for family with kids. Taxi boat from airport can reach easily the hotel
- craigmX4667ZH (10/5): Great Place! - What a great hotel. Alexa the host was awesome. Classic veniatio style. Location is central. Rooms are modern and very clean
Great views of the canals. Would go back again. Highly recommend.
- michaellR9984CZ (10/5): The Real Venice - Like living in a well-to-do Venetian's home. Exquisite art and furniture. Extremely quiet area away from tourists but close to St. Mark's. Lovely palazzo nearby for breakfast. Staff very helpful, especially with water taxis from train station and to the airport. If you want a non-hotel experience in a luxurious abode with very large and quiet rooms, with a great staff who goes out of their way to help, this is the place for you. Can't stress enough it's the real, not touristy Venice. Wonderful, wonderful stay from someone who traveled the world on business and always sought the "real" wherever i went.
- melodie (10/5): - Alexa was truly the best! So friendly and helpful! The property was close proximity to major sites.
- innat586 (10/5): Best group accommodations in Venice! - We stayed at the Charming House IQs apartment in May of 2023. We were a family of 6, and this place was very comfortable with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The amenities were top notch, beds comfortable and extra features like coffee were appreciated. The place is very central and walking distance to most tourist sights and places. Alexa was a joy of a host. She set out to make us into Venicians, and I have to say she succeeded. We miss Venice so much already! It was the highlight of our Italy trip. Alexa was so warm and professional, and recommended great places to eat at, helped with water taxi reservations and made us feel like family. She really made our stay in Venice extra special and this type of hospitality is hard to come by these days. Don't look any further, this place is beautiful comfortable and perfect for a large group or a family. TAHNK YOU, ALEXA! We miss you! - Inna & Family
- 995sherylk (10/5): What a charming experience! - We just returned from our dream trip to Italy. Our last leg of the journey was Venice and friends had recommended Charming House. Initially there was some confusion as the address of the location was not where we were physically housed. As I came to understand, the type of accommodation we requested (suite with two separate sleeping areas) was only available at the IQS property location. Unlike the other Charming House location, within the Dorsodouro region, IQS property is really in the 'heart' of Venice (Castello region, close to S.Marco region). This certainly made it convenient and accessible to major attractions and quiet peaceful areas.
The pictures on the website accurately describe the location - and we were definitely charmed by the canal view and gondolas streaming by our room.
Best of all, Alexa (the property manager at IQS) was delightful! She was warm, funny, informative and accessible (even arriving early on Sunday morning!). Alexa provided excellent tips of restaurants off the beaten path and was instrumental in arranging transportation to and from the site. I would book again, without question or reservation and hope that Alexa would be there to guide us again!
- Stephanie (10/5): Amazing apartment on canal - Amazing apartment right on canal. Very clean and comfortable. Alexa and staff were very friendly and informative. In quiet section so not too much outside noise. But just by walking about 50 meters you reach open area with restaurants.
- Maria (10/5): Exceptional - Very nice apartment at the IQS, excellent help with reservations and assistance and uncomplicated! Would definitely stay there again.
- Rochelle (10/5): Lovely property in a perfect location with a wonderful host - Alexa the host is brilliant - organising taxis / restaurants and offering suggestions for places to visit and how to 'live life like a ventian'
- rubencY9127VR (10/5): Look no further! - This place is in the exact location you want to be. 5min to Rialto Bridge and also 5min to san marcos square. Alessandra was very helpful with everything, she gave us tips of where to eat, what to visit she even arreanged us a water taxi that was waiting for us as we arrived in the train station. The rooms are very comfortable, we are a family of four so our kids slept in the sofa bed and the adults in the other room. The place is very neat and clean. For sure I recommend it and hope I can return shortly we enjoyed our stay! Thanks Alessandra!
- G708TMjm (10/5): Charming IQs - Bellisimo! - If TripAdvisor allowed six stars, we would give Charming IQ 6 stars! Alessandra was the consummate host - wonderful recommendations for dinner, snacks, and gelato for the kids. She will make you feel welcome from the moment you meet her and will ensure that your trip to Venice is the finest. The apartments are charming and exquisite - comfortable, in a convenient location and the cleaning staff is top-rate. You will not find a better place to stay in Venice!
- Jacqueline (10/5): - Un lugar muy especial. Volvería a quedrme.
- Amira (9/5): Superb -
- Alice (9/5): perfectly located - fantastic location
comfortable beds
we’ll stocked kitchenette
- Alison (10/5): Very comfortable stay - We were pleasantly surprised to see how spacious the apartment was. The checkin process was really easy and the staff were so friendly. Great location on the canal and east walk to landmarks like St marks square
- Alon (9/5): Superb -
- amelia (10/5): Loved it - Amazing apartment for a family of 5, fantastic location, really spacious and lovely and clean. The staff couldn’t be more helpful, they were so kind and helped us with lots of advice. We will definitely stay here again if we come back. Brilliant location
- Dianeginnyc (8/5): Great location and size - This place is in great location close to St. Mark’s Square. Sadly, there was no yummy pastry waiting for us when we arrived, but they did arrange a private taxi transfer (note there is surcharge due to inner-city location) and gave us early check-in. There is no staff regularly on-site but they are responsive on email.
The unit itself has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, which is perfect for families or 2 friends who want their own space. There is a kitchenette and Nespresso machine that came in handy. The furnishings are a little tired, the rooms (esp bathrooms) are quite dark, and the beds and pillows are VERY hard (even by Italian standards) and quite uncomfortable.
- Diane (7/5): Great for families, friends who want own space. - Location was terrific. The unit was quite large. The furnishings were a little tired. It was very
dark. The beds were not comfortable.
- ChristieB74 (10/5): Another lovely stay at The Charming House - This was our second visit to The Charming House and once again we were delighted. The accommodation is excellent with spacious rooms and well equipped kitchens. The location is excellent too, just a few minutes walk from St Marks Square and right on a canal which makes for a lovely view as gondolas glide past. And the staff were excellent and super helpful, booking us airport transfers and tables in restaurants which we hugely appreciated - they really went above and beyond.
- suhaas2013 (10/5): Charming indeed! - Over due review. Back in Italy and remembered to review some previous visits. The name says it all. A charming little hotel, very private, very secluded although in the middle of Venice. The frequent “Oe!” Reminds you to look outside the window to see the Gondolas passing by. Many lovely places to eat and sight see nearby. A delicious jam filled croissant was offered every morning which was lovely.
- David (10/5): - El lugar está muy bonito y cómodo. Es amplio con dos recámaras y dos baños lo que facilita la convivencia de la familia.
Como varios lugares en Venecia es un poco complicado llegar con maletas por tantas escaleras y puentes qué hay.
Está muy bien ubicado para conocer varios lugares a pie.
- MARION (10/5): - Loved everything
- Thomas (8/5): An excellent choice for a family stay in Venice - We really enjoyed our stay at Charming House IQS. The location was perfect, within walking distance of just about everything worth seeing, and yet slightly out to the touristy hotel areas, such that we could enjoy a stroll to the local bakery, street markets, and restaurants. The suite itself was comfortable, clean, and well appointed for our stay, satisfactory to three children of diverse ages and interests. All in all, an excellent choice for any stay in Venice, of which I will avail upon my next visit.
- ETIENNE (10/5): Bel posto! - C'est beau, central bien équipé, idéal pour passer plusieurs jours au centre de Venise, vous pouvez solliciter "Charming house" pour tout détail pratique ! Les appartements sont grands propres et confortables, l’accueil chaleureux...
- patricia (10/5): Veneza iqs charming - Hotel charmoso, bem localizado. Atendimento super !!! Dicas da recepção maravilhosas!!!
- Scott (10/5): - The apartment was amazing! The location was awesome and the staff were very accommodating! My wife and I loved this place! It was a bit more expensive than some of the other places we looked at but it was on par price wise with most of the hotels.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Friendly and helpful staff, great location, and very nice furnishings.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Great staff who went out of their way to be helpful.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The staff was extremely helpful and went out of there way to be of assistance. Although the room is in a 600 year old building. The room was modern and well appointed. In addition we like the fact that when we left our hotel room. We exited over a small bridge and into a courtyard. It felt more like an apartment than a hotel.
- Susie (8/5): Nice apartment, but a dark unit - First of all, this is an apartment, not a boutique hotel. It was difficult to find and it took about 15 minutes for someone to come and open it up. They spoke limited English, so there was some confusion the first evening. The next day Tania came in the morning with croissants and explained everything to us. She was very helpful and charming. She is only there a couple of hours in the morning, so you are pretty much on your own. Our unit was roomie, however dark inside and only 1 bathroom has enough light to apply make up in it. It was fun in that we were right on a canal and could watch/hear as the boats & gondoliers went past.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Very well appointed modern hotel suite within a beautiful old building that is ideally situated for San Marco & Realto. We had views over a canal & enjoyed watching the gondolas & other boats going past. Staff were very friendly & welcoming with very good english & the suite was serviced every day. We were treated with a bottle of wine on arrival & the night before departing & delicious croissants every morning, and bottled water was provided. The suite had a small kitchen area with fridge, dishwasher, coffee machine, hob & oven. The shower cubicle was large with a powerful shower. The lounge area had a comfy sofa & TV. The bed was kingsize & very comfortable. Couldn't fault it & hope to return & stay here again.
- Anne (10/5): Un secret à bien garder - Un endroit qu’on voudrait garder secret et ne révéler qu’aux meilleurs amis . Un sans faute . Je ne voulais pas d’un palace rococo, c’est tout sauf ça , design mais chaleureux, luxueux, calme, spacieux, confortable et bien situé . Nous reviendrons.
- Kiyoshi (10/5): - 素晴らしいサービスで本当に快適に過ごせました。レストランの予約も全て行って頂き、その全てのレストランが美味しくてしかも感じが良かったです。部屋もきれいでしたし、次回も是非滞在したいと思っています。
- James (10/5): - Fantastic apartment and outstanding location. Thoroughly enjoyed our staff.
- Roscoe (10/5): - Hotel staff were very friendly. Also helpful with making dinner arrangements and finding our way around Venice. Location is superb, close to main attractions yet just far enough away to feel less touristy. We will stay there again if we return to Venice.
- Verified traveler (6/5): Muito barulho em uma ótima localização - Apartamento muito bem localizado na frente da Catedral de Milão, com uma vista excelente para a catedral, mas o apartamento é de segunda linha, o hall antes do apartamento cheira mal e faz um barulho imenso na praça a noite o que dificulta o sono
- Dan (10/5): - Excellent location and outstanding service.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Superb location within a 10 minute walk to all of Venice's sites. You can practically reach out and touch the gondoliers gliding by your room windows. Very romantic stay.
- Roberto (10/5): This is not a Hotel - Charming IQ is a gem , these are appartmete ver well decorated, Tania an Katherina were extremely helpful and with incredible sense of service . Is very well located close to San Marcos Plaza and the Rialto. The kitchen is very well equipped and they included coffee, Panetone and a Proseco which we enjoyed . Fully recommended .
- Verified traveler (10/5): A wonderful Venice experience - The apartment is very central and in a pretty location yet a little away from the busy tourist area. It's in a lovely old building with a private bridge but is decorated in a modern, stylish way. It's warm and comfortable.
Although it's an apartment we felt very well looked after by Katharina who was there every morning and very friendly and helpful. I also appreciated that other hotel staff made restaurant bookings for us before we arrived.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Lovely suite in good location very stylish with friendly staff
- sarah (10/5): Beautiful boutique apartments in fantastic locatio - Pros:
- high end boutique hotel apartment with full kitchen and living room; you're given keys to the entire premises to let yourself in and out of gates, doors, etc.
- beautiful location right by center san marco but in a super quiet back canal, right on the water
- very private, quiet, luxe; no hordes of tourists around
- lovely helpful staff (when they're there!)
cons:
- no room service, no breakfast other than some croissants brought to you; no staff on call. if you want to be waited on hand and foot, this is not the place for you.
- Martha (10/5): 'Amazing Location' - We only stayed in the home for one night, but we were very happy we chose this home. Tonya (pls forgive me if the name is not right) was AMAZING. She went above and beyond her duties. She made sure we were comfortable, gave us great recommendations, advised on what we should be charged on certain attractions so that we weren't over charged. She went as far as coming in before her start time to since we had an early departure and brought us croissants so that we could have an 'Italian Breakfast'. She was the best...!
- Tim (10/5): Great location, Great accomodation - We visited late September 2017. First this is a great location, arriving by Water Taxi was totally the way to do it! You're right in the middle of everything 5 mins walk to St Mark's Basilica. The team were very welcoming and friendly, the warm croissant's they brought us every morning were a real treat!
The apartment was lovely too, nicly decorated and furnished in a modern style, windows directly overlooking a canal just an arms reach below. No issues with the room at all, everything worked, everything in its place. Clean towels and a tidy-up service everyday also a great thing to have in an apartment let.
Would definnately return here - and for longer than the weekend we used the apartment for.
- Rudy (10/5): Modern private hotel on a gondola canal - The hotel manager is very friendly, attentive and helpful. She provided a detailed map and marked great places off the beaten path to explore. I will very likely return.
- Venus (10/5): Venice - Great transportation. Excellent rooms. Would recommend it to anyone going to Venice.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great apartment for our family. - Reception staff very helpful. This apartment has a great location just 5 mins from St Mark's Square in one direction and 5 mins from the Rialto Bridge in the other
- RK (10/5): Great location, large room - We booked the iqs suite, and found the room to be huge. The bed is quite firm, but otherwise it was a great experience. The location is unbeatable, being only five minutes from Piazza San Marco and ten minutes from Rialto. The neighborhood is quiet, and off the main tourist trail.
Staff is not at the reception 24/7 since it's really a cluster of apartments for rent rather than a full service hotel, but as long as you let them know when you're arriving, someone from the sister property DD724 will be there to check you in.
- Tanusha (10/5): Great location, great accommodation - Excellent service and great location. Had a lovely stay. Staff were very attentive and met all our requests.Would definitely stay if visiting Venice again.
- Mark (10/5): - Very comfortable and safe hotel. The concierge was so helpful, and the location couldn't have been more perfect. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Nice Private Hotel - A little tricky to find, but manageable. Great staff, warm and friendly appeal. Far better than the general run of the mill places to stay in Venice!
- julie (10/5): Charming indeed - You have to go there, Tanya is very special everything with a genuine smile and happy to help, we were slightly lost and she came out to find us, over and above her duties.
The room was lovely everything you needed windows opened onto canal stunning...very magical experience defiantly go back and would highly highly recommend. Location was great short walk to everything
- Verified traveler (10/5): Charming boutique hotel, with excellent service. - The hotel was beautiful and location removed just enough from the throngs of tourists. Also, staff were extremely friendly and helpful, making dining reservations throughout the stay.
- Verified traveler (6/5): Looked Good, but Disappointing.... - Pretty little place in a great location, it just did not live up to our expectations or their promises to us. For the money, would have rather stayed someplace else with management on site, a/c throughout, truly non-smoking, reliable free wi-fi, and breakfast/ other arrangements as were initially promised. One of the rooms had clearly been smoked in, which was an health issue for one of us. Promised arrangements did not materialize, although everyone was friendly and kind. Given 2 sets of room keys for 4 people, which was hard if people wanted to go off on their own. One of us got locked out on the front courtyard, no one could help, got completely stranded. If it had just been my husband and I, probably not so much of a big deal, but there were others in our group, and overall it put a damper on our stay. I just don't like broken promises. If you can't deliver, don't make the promised arrangements.
- Joanne (8/5): Perfect location for a honeymoon - We travelled to Europe for our honeymoon, staying in Venice for 3 nights in April.
IQs is quite difficult to find if you're not familiar with the area but once you're inside it's the cutest little hidden gem.
The location is close to St Marks and with great little restaurants scattered close by.
The room is spacious enough by European standards with a double shower. Although the room we stayed in one of the showers didn't work. The floor tile/drain may need to be changed as it's a bit rocky standing on it. But overall the bathroom is pleasant and clean.
The reception is cool with it's own canal entrance. Would recommend getting a private taxi in and out of the hotel back to the airport port.
The staff are very lovely and so helpful. In particular Caterina. We needed help with topping up the credit for our sim and Caterina went out of our way to guide us to the supermarket, spoke to the cashier and loaded the credit onto the phone for us. We did not get a chance to write our thanks in the guest book but would like to say a huge thanks to Caterina for your incredible service and we will be recommending this hotel to all our friends!!! We enjoyed our stay immensely. Will definitely come back.
- Mark (10/5): Best Hotel in Venice! - My fiancée and I booked one of the suites for 2 nights and the room, location and staff were absolutely fantastic.
We would thoroughly recommend this hotel to all (and have already done so to friends), as the staff really make your stay special, as they are extremely helpful, friendly and welcoming. They ask you to treat the hotel as your own home and they really do mean it.
We will certainly be back!
- Barbara H (10/5): A sublime treasure - We loved the Charming House~fine service at all levels in a quiet respite from the touristy side of Venice. Doesn't get better than this!
- Lisalou (8/5): Mr and Mrs in Venice!! - My boyfriend and I stayed at the hotel for a long weekend. We thought the location was fantastic, very central yet away from the crowds.. We stayed in the small double room that had an inter-connecting door, however, it was very quiet and peaceful at the hotel so this was not an issue. The room was done in a modern, contemporary look and was sympathetic to the original design... It was a little dark in the bathroom as other people have mentioned although it didn't cause any problems putting my make up on! Also just be aware there was no bath just a double shower. The hotel staff were very welcoming and so helpful, giving us lots of tips and advice.. They booked us a return trip in a water taxi to the airport which cost us 110 euros and they picked us up right from the hotel private pier which actually is in the reception.. Very cool...
The overall feel was like living in your own luxury apartment in Venice and we would definitely recommend this to our friends and family!
- Fahad (10/5): Love it!! - Great experience, enjoyable stay, freindly staff,,, you will never regret if pick this lovely hotel.
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