Ca' Riccio Hotel

Situated a hop, skip, and a “wait, what happened, I’m lost” from the Rialto Bridge, the Residenza Ca’ Riccio is a six-room B&B located inside a 15th-century cloister. Offering friendly service, comfortable rooms, and old-fashioned charm, it’s a gem worth hunting down.

The owners have worked remnants of the building’s ancient porticos into the Ca’ Riccio’s super charming and rustic (yet well kept) décor. Arches and Spanish tiles run through the corridors, which feel like something out of Zefirelli's "Romeo and Juliet."

Rooms at the Residenza Ca’ Riccio are quite pretty and old fashioned, with high ceilings, wrought-iron bed frames, and lovely wooden furnishings. (We especially loved the tall, mirrored armoire we saw in one room.) Each room has a café table and chairs—plus wine glasses for enjoying your evening vino.

All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a telephone, satellite television, and minibar.

The private bathrooms are a treat, with big showers or bathtub/shower combos with whimsical tiling. Jacuzzi tubs are also available.

A buffet breakfast is included in the room rate. Early birds should note, however, that it does not start until 8:30 am, which could get you sightseeing later than you’d like. Free Wi-Fi is available in some, but not all, rooms (ask ahead).