Cinqueteste Luxury Home is a hidden oasis in the heart of Venice, Italy, at the end of a small alley. The train station is just a 10-minute walk away. It’s a gem of refinement away from the crowds, with just three suites, a private tree-lined garden (a rarity in Venice), and a warm, top-notch welcome from Luana and Paolo. One of our top picks in La Serenissima.
Reservation
We recommend you book your stay at Cinqueteste Luxury Home via Booking.com, which often offers free cancellation. Send us a message on Instagram if you go, it would make us super happy.
Our experience
We had the opportunity to visit Cinqueteste during an off-season stay in Venice... A precious moment. The place is very intimate and quiet. Luana gave us a superb guided tour. She embodies the very soul of the place. In her own words, she sees herself as an intriguing mix of gentleness and determination, hospitality and confidentiality, irony and sensitivity.
Luana's favorites include:
- This poet: George Byron
- This book: Gatsby the Magnificent
- This painting: The Portrait of Emilie Flöge
A mysterious house
The Casa delle Cinque Teste (House of the 5 Heads) is a magnificent, carefully renovated building located along the Rio delle Muneghete, opposite the Fondamenta de le Sechere. It's considered one of the most photographed houses in Venice. The facade features 5 marble heads sculpted by the city's tagiapiera (stonemasons), depicting small pictorial heads.
The canal running directly in front of the house has a soothing, even somewhat mysterious effect. As you enter through the water gate, you discover the splendid 1000 m² garden in complete privacy and absolute calm. There are numerous trees, carpets of flowers arranged in elegant squares, ancient wells, vases, climbing vines and many species of shrubs.
The 3 suites
1 • Muneghete • Photo • Photo
2 • Colombina • Photo • Photo
3 • Cinqueteste • Photo • Photo
The Muneghete suite offers a soothing view of the garden, while the Colombina suite overlooks the canal—and if you don't want to choose between the two, go for the Cinqueteste with its many windows!
Depending on the suite you choose, you’ll enjoy the following amenities: king-size bedding from Villevenete, Italian cotton sheets, a private bathroom, organic toiletries, furniture from Riva 1920, lamps from Cattellani and Artemide, and a coffee maker.
Breakfast
Every morning, a delicious breakfast is served in the dining room or in the garden when the weather is nice.
On the menu: fresh bread, croissants, a traditional Venetian cake, eggs cooked to order, homemade pastries, fruit salad with yogurt, and Nespresso coffee. Take a moment to admire the beautiful objects all around you, especially the “witch’s” convex mirrors by Canestrelli.
Location
The Santa Croce district (to the west of the city) has a relaxed atmosphere, with a typically local ambience. It's also Venice's oldest and most discreet district. Discover a multitude of typical little squares, get lost and don't hesitate to get away from the crowds. The Venice-Santa Lucia train station is just a 10-minute walk away.
If you're looking for a restaurant in the area, we strongly advise you to make a reservation at Mare Magno, just across the canal from the station. A phenomenal little restaurant (in a very touristy area) run by a kind-hearted couple, Caterina and Maurizio. The pasta is absolutely divine, my goodness! Here's a photo of our pasta carbonara. The best meal of our stay, at a very reasonable price.
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There are only 3 suites: Muneghete, Cinqueteste and Colombina. Depending on the room you choose, you get the following amenities: private bathroom, garden or canal view, courtesy set with organic products, superior quality king size bedding, orthopedic mattress, hypoallergenic pillows and Italian cotton sheets. A joy when you've spent the day walking around Venice.
Cinqueteste Luxury Home is located in the center of Venice, in the oldest and most typical district: Santa Croce.
Yes, a tasty breakfast is available as an optional extra, and can be taken in the dining room or in the tree-lined garden in fine weather.
No, Cinqueteste Luxury Home does not have a restaurant.
Check-in is fr From t 2:00 p.m., and check-out is until 10:00 a.m.
No, pets are not allowed.
Expect to pay at least €278 per night.
No, this is a hotel for adults only.
