Locanda Al Leon

Venice

Locanda Al Leon 1

Axel’s take

A strong sightseeing base with spotless rooms, welcoming staff and stairs to negotiate.

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Axel’s rating: 8.9/10 · A traditional Venetian guesthouse with 3-star comforts near St. Mark’s

Locanda Al Leon is a small Venetian guesthouse with 3-star comforts, a few minutes’ walk from St. Mark’s Square. It’s a strong pick for travelers who want character and convenience rather than extensive facilities. Tripadvisor and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the cleanliness, comfortable beds and welcoming staff; Booking.com’s strong overall rating supports that picture. Rooms lean traditional rather than contemporary, and some accommodation is in a nearby annex.

The main practical drawback is the lack of a lift: stairs make this a poor match for anyone needing step-free access. Breakfast is a straightforward continental spread, not a reason to book, and inclusion depends on your reservation. Expedia lists limited reception hours, so arrange late arrivals ahead. We’d choose it for a comfortable sightseeing break, but skip it if accessibility or full-service hotel facilities are essential.

Rooms
Traditional Venetian styling, comfortable beds and air conditioning; annex rooms are also sold.
Cleanliness
A consistent strength across guest reviews, backed by strong cleanliness scores.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff are frequently praised; Expedia lists limited reception hours.
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast and luggage storage cover the sightseeing essentials.
Fees and surprises
City tax is collected at the property; check breakfast inclusion and which building you’ve booked.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

Castello, Campo St Filippo e Giacomo, 4270, Venice

A short walk from St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and waterfront boat stops.

Amenities and check-in

Free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast and luggage storage cover the sightseeing essentials.

Check-in

after 2:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast in the room
  • No parking
  • Accessibility features
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet (extra charge)
Additional hotel policies
  • Optional charges: Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Hotel policies: Cot: €30 per guest per night
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Locanda Al Leon — Venice, Italy

Locanda Al Leon is a traditional Venetian guesthouse with 3-star comforts near St. Mark’s in Venice, Italy.

Address: Castello, Campo St Filippo e Giacomo, 4270, Venice. Property ID: 2563930.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/venice/locanda-al-leon-2563930

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Axel's take: 8.9/10

A strong sightseeing base with spotless rooms, welcoming staff and stairs to negotiate. A traditional Venetian guesthouse with 3-star comforts near St. Mark’s, scored for what it is.

Locanda Al Leon is a small Venetian guesthouse with 3-star comforts, a few minutes’ walk from St. Mark’s Square. It’s a strong pick for travelers who want character and convenience rather than extensive facilities. Tripadvisor and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the cleanliness, comfortable beds and welcoming staff; Booking.com’s strong overall rating supports that picture. Rooms lean traditional rather than contemporary, and some accommodation is in a nearby annex.

The main practical drawback is the lack of a lift: stairs make this a poor match for anyone needing step-free access. Breakfast is a straightforward continental spread, not a reason to book, and inclusion depends on your reservation. Expedia lists limited reception hours, so arrange late arrivals ahead. We’d choose it for a comfortable sightseeing break, but skip it if accessibility or full-service hotel facilities are essential.

  • Best for: First-time Venice visitors; Couples on sightseeing breaks; Travelers who like traditional decor

  • Watch out for: Stairs and no lift; Some rooms in a nearby annex; Arrange late arrivals in advance

  • Location: A short walk from St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and waterfront boat stops.

  • Rooms: Traditional Venetian styling, comfortable beds and air conditioning; annex rooms are also sold.

  • Cleanliness: A consistent strength across guest reviews, backed by strong cleanliness scores.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff are frequently praised; Expedia lists limited reception hours.

  • Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast and luggage storage cover the sightseeing essentials.

  • Fees and surprises: City tax is collected at the property; check breakfast inclusion and which building you’ve booked.

Axel's opinion of Locanda Al Leon, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Locanda Al Leon

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • Castello, Campo St Filippo e Giacomo, 4270, Venice
  • Optional charges: Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Hotel policies: Cot: €30 per guest per night
  • Amenities: Breakfast, Breakfast in the room, No parking, Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Internet (extra charge)
  • Check-in from: 14:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Venice

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Standard Single room

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Standard Double room (full double bed)

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Classic Double room with view (full double bed)

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