Antica Locanda al Gambero

Hotels
8.7 (2046 reviews)
Calle dei Fabbri, 4687 , Venice , it

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small rooms
Basic breakfast
No elevator

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Multiple mentions of cleanliness and cozy rooms, but some reports of issues like odors from the bathroom.
Service
9.16
Consistently positive feedback about staff being helpful and cordial.
Location
9.2
Frequent praise for excellent location close to major attractions.
Room Quality
8.15
Some complaints about room size being small but generally comfortable.
Amenities
8.68
Basic amenities met expectations; breakfast and cleaning were acceptable.
Value for Money
8.64
Guests felt they received good value for their stay, especially given location and services.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Mixed reviews on breakfast quality; some good feedback, but mentions of it being basic.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall positive experiences; many guests express intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 06:20

Property Description

Roof Terrace for Relaxation

Enjoy a tranquil stay at Antica Locanda al Gambero with a relaxing roof terrace just a stone's throw away from St. Mark’s Square. Unwind and take in the breathtaking views of Venice from this serene spot.

Venetian-Style Accommodation

Experience the charm of Venice with classic Venetian-style rooms at Antica Locanda al Gambero. Complete with modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and air conditioning, immerse yourself in the beauty of a Venetian canal from your window.

Local Dining Experience

Start your day with a delicious breakfast featuring local pastries and Italian coffee. Let the 24-hour reception assist you with booking tours and excursions or enjoy a meal at the recommended local restaurant offering Venetian cuisine and fine wines.

Book now to indulge in a memorable Venetian getaway at Antica Locanda al Gambero.

Important information:

Please note that the property has no elevator.

When booking a Non-Refundable Rate, please make sure that the name on the credit card used for the booking corresponds to the guest staying at the property. Otherwise, a third-party authorization by the cardholder must be submitted when booking. Please note that the credit card used for the booking must be shown at 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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: VCE

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for € 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2046 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Carol • family_with_children • fr
10
A highly recommended small traditionally decorated Venetian hotel in a brilliant, central location
Pros:

This is a small, beautiful, traditional Venetian hotel in a top location very close to Piazza San Marco and centrally located on a small canal in Calle Fabbri between two vaporetti stations. I've stayed at the hotel a number of times over period of 40 years. A bonus is that it's very easy to reach the hotel without having to heave luggage up and down Venice's numerous bridges and steps. The hotel is very quiet despite its central location and rooms are freshly decorated in traditional Venetian style with silky fabric walls, Venetian lighting etc. The beds are very comfortable and rooms are immaculately clean. Many rooms have an outlook over the canal with passing gondolas. All reception staff are friendly, professional, kind and always very helpful. I booked a room for two nights and was able to extend my stay to nine nights as staff and management made an effort to accommodate me at short notice. The hotel offers an excellent buffet breakfast with a large variety of hot and cold breakfast dishes - everything fresh, good quality and hygienically covered under lidded serving dishes. Freshly made coffee is made to order and served to guests at their table. Pleasant, helpful staff in the breakfast room and breakfast is very reasonably priced and excellent value. The Bistrot de Venise bistro restaurant on the ground floor of the hotel is terrific, with a highly skilled chef producing delicious and beautifully presented traditional Venetian dishes at both lunch and dinner. A local gondolier was lunching at an adjacent table and a local business woman at another table on one occasion - locals dining is confirmation that the food is good. At dinner, the waiters are attentive without hovering and are knowledgeable with wine suggestions. I travelled throughout Italy for eight weeks and this restaurant was an eating highlight of my trip. I highly recommend the hotel and the restaurant.

Cons:

The hotel doesn't have a lift but this wasn't a problem as I found that staff will assist to carry luggage to your room if required. I'm female, aged in my late 70s and had no difficulty using the stairs to the second and third floors. I also had no difficulty with carrying my carry-on size suitcase up and down stairs.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Vanesa • solo_traveller • es
9
Excepcional hotel en lugar privilegiado entre el Ponte Rialto y la Plaza de San Marcos.
Pros:

Lo que más me gustó fue la ubicación. Si ibas hacia la derecha en tres minutos estás en la Plaza de San Marcos. Si vas hacia la izquierda en cinco minutos estás en el Ponte Rialto.

Cons:

Nada. No tiene ascensor y hay que subir por las escaleras. Pero esa información ya la tenía cuando reservé el hotel.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Excellent location, lovely hotel with 24 hour reception. Good air conditioning, we went for economy double which is good for a couple of nights. Breakfast was very good. Staff were very helpful.

Cons:

Bed mattress was too soft.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • ie
10
Fabulous stay highly recommend
Pros:

Beautiful Venetian property amazing and location fab

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Azusa • solo_traveller • jp
10
Pros:

エアコンがあって暑い夏とても助かりました。。冷蔵庫もあったのも嬉しいポイントです。スタッフの対応が凄く丁寧で感動しました。

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • es
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Christoph • couple • de
8
Für einen Kurztrip ideal
Pros:

Freundlich, sehr nette, gutes Frühstück

Cons:

Kein Aufzug

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sevda • family_with_children • tr
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • ca
10
Un beau séjour.
Pros:

L’accueil était très bien. L’emplacement.le petit déjeuner était ok.

Cons:

Beaucoup d’escaliers à monter avec les bagages mais l’employé a l’accueil a offert son aide.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Zum 3. Mal war alles OK

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Sonal • solo_traveller • fr
6
Very good location and amazing staff
Pros:

Stayed only one night. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Very good location. The room was clean and comfortable enough.

Cons:

I had a one person accommodation, size of which is 10m2. This was a bit shocking. Too small. Not worth the money.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Georgie • couple • au
7
Great location and clean rooms
Pros:

The location is excellent and the rooms are quite beautiful.

Cons:

I’d probably recommend bringing your own soap, shampoo and conditioner as it wasn’t great quality. We didn’t mind the stairs but thought we should note there are steep stairs in case anyone is trying to avoid stairs in their bookings.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Krzysztof • couple • pl
9
Polecam!
Pros:

Lokalizacja - prawie przy Placu Św.Marka, działająca klimatyzacja i bardzo dobra obsługa.

Cons:

Śniadanie mogłoby być bardziej rozbudowane!

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Dan • solo_traveller • il
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Arianna • solo_traveller • lu
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • couple • fr
9
Idéalement placé, propre, personnel adorable, super expérience !
Pros:

Emplacement top, établissement propre et climatisé, lit confortable et personnel serviable et souriant!

Cons:

Juste un point négatif l’absence d’ascenseur. Nous étions au 4e. C’était donc sportif.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Myriam • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

El personal y limpieza

Cons:

Muchas escaleras sin ascensor. Con maletas, escaleras de bajada entre plantas imposibles.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • au
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee