89%L' Imbarcadero

Very unique and special hostel. Best location, our room overlooked the Grand Canal and Gustavo, the caretaker, is the man. He is accommodating and a great cook. This place was the reason our trip to Venice was so fun! Don't think twice, stay a night here!

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by lornamosher6481 – posted on Nov 28, 2008

3

A nice place for the price, more like staying at a friend's place than a hostel. Gustavo cooks some awesome pasta but is perhaps a little too friendly sometimes... Just hanging out in the kitchen with some wine in the evenings is good. Loved the pink bedding in the girls only room. Very cute!... more A nice place for the price, more like staying at a friend's place than a hostel. Gustavo cooks some awesome pasta but is perhaps a little too friendly sometimes... Just hanging out in the kitchen with some wine in the evenings is good. Loved the pink bedding in the girls only room. Very cute! There was quite a queue for the bathrooms in the morning, the wireless internet is a rip off (10 euro to be given the pass code) and the lockers don't actually lock, but otherwise no complaints.close

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by rachelh2 – posted on Nov 23, 2008

4

staff very nice

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by stephanie-fourfour8713 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

9

L'Imbarcadero is in an excellent location to explore Venice. The fact that it is a small hostel means it is easier to meet people and has a more personal feel to it. Gustavo is an excellent host and the hostel is kept clean and tidy.

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by orangeoblivion444 – posted on Nov 21, 2008

1

I loved my stay here, it was so friendly and chilled out. Great location on the Grand Canal very close to the train station, cool staff who made yummy pasta (thanks Gustavo), lovely dog - basically like a Venetian family for a few days. The girls dorm is all pink with a chandelier, very cool!... more I loved my stay here, it was so friendly and chilled out. Great location on the Grand Canal very close to the train station, cool staff who made yummy pasta (thanks Gustavo), lovely dog - basically like a Venetian family for a few days. The girls dorm is all pink with a chandelier, very cool! Only downside is that the dorm was freezing, but apparently they are looking into this.close

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by fionitanz879 – posted on Nov 21, 2008

14

Rockin' hostel! Met amazing people there. Feels more like you are staying with friends than at a hostel. Gustavo is a seriously amazing cook. Ask him what he wants to cook, grab the ingredients at the corner market, and buon appetito!

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by dunc17918290 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

Staff was great and fun! The rooms were clean and so cute. Girls there is a pink room!! The location was great they are located on the grand canal and right next to a bus stop so it is so easy.

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by carriebear0414 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

2

Its a nice place. Staffs are very friendly. Clean and comfortable, security lockers in rooms, good breakfast, clean bathrooms (2), common room and kitchen, safe. No curfew, you get a key. Very close to train station, though little far to San Marco, Rialto, Academia, Campo Santa Margherita which... more Its a nice place. Staffs are very friendly. Clean and comfortable, security lockers in rooms, good breakfast, clean bathrooms (2), common room and kitchen, safe. No curfew, you get a key. Very close to train station, though little far to San Marco, Rialto, Academia, Campo Santa Margherita which are living places both in day and evening. Simone, Sandra and Gustavo thank you for your friendship.close

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by solemare – posted on Nov 9, 2008

3

Gustavo and Salmon are doing a great job, managing one of Venices hidden hostel gems.

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by lewin6939 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

3

Adorable dog, fun hosts, beautiful view, perfect size and lots of interaction with the other guests (who, of course, were also fun).

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by cmorar7793 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

1

Good hostel, enjoyed my stay here, nothing bad to report but wasnt the best for meeting people, if traveling on your own. Good breakfast in morning and pretty clean.

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by julienneov – posted on Nov 4, 2008

3

The doors and floors are very noisy and "breakfast" consists of crumbly sliced bread, corn flakes, and coffee. The staff was super friendly. I was mostly shocked about the lack of security in the rooms and of the hostel itself and communication about check in and check out was poor.

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by cjclonch043077 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

2

great!!

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by barefootdays9980 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

2

Awesome place. the guys who run it are great.Their dog is awesome. very nice rooms and shared bathrooms are clean. great location. friendly atmosphere. would highly recommend.

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by mczitzer257089 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

4

Excellent hostel, staff very friendly, the location is perfect... I would recommand it, definitely!

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by delphinecollin82766 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

4

This was the perfect hostel! It is located right on the main canal and the staff is amazing. They were really helpful, and even gave us locks to use for the lockers (free of charge). I would recommend this place to anyone who wants a great place to experience Venice.

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by romd0604979 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

2

Beautifully decorated with a contemporary Venetian feel and the next best atmosphere to being in your own home. Gustavo, Simone, Italia and Sandra take excellent care of their guests, with great conversation, good food and interesting information and insight into the area. Being right on the... more Beautifully decorated with a contemporary Venetian feel and the next best atmosphere to being in your own home. Gustavo, Simone, Italia and Sandra take excellent care of their guests, with great conversation, good food and interesting information and insight into the area. Being right on the canal creates the opportunity for beautiful, safe strolls at night along the water and easy access to everything.It even has a bathtub that I took advantage of more than once.This is a wonderful hostel.close

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by linda1944 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

1

Excellent, that's all I can say. (location, beds, staff...) See you for "Carnevale" guys!

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by jacksondiane9749 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

1

simone and gustavo were the best!!! the hostel was always clean, and they make you feel right at home. talia is the cutest rotty and gustavo is an amazing chef! i hope to go back to venice and when i do i am definatly staying there.

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by drgnlvrgothc – posted on Oct 24, 2008

3

Great hostel, great location, great people, great city...everything just perfect. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

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by figliadellestelle2438 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

2

this hostel is very well decorated, and very clean. A good choice for young people to saty.

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by oyyq11247827 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

7

Great place and great atmosphere!

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by jules-bg7931 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

1

the only disadvantage was the bathroom.just two bathrooms for 20 people.we had to queue up for the shower!

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by lettoula – posted on Oct 22, 2008

1

Staff was awake when we arrived for check-in even though we arrived after our communicated check-in time of 10am. Staff was rude at check-in, but improved throughout stay. Did not feel welcome at the beginning.

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by browvh7959 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

Really good homie place, close to train station right on the grand canal. Good breakfast and really clean. the staff is really helpful and would do everything to make u have a good stay, they told where to go, to eat and find all i needed. for sure u'll have a good time.

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by gasg6959 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

3

Clean, nice, comfortable beds, right on the Grand canal/close to the train station...

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by aprilsouza4354 – posted on Oct 18, 2008

2

This hostel is located right on the Grand Canal, so if you do not mind sharing a mixed sex room, grab this front room for a great veiw of all the action. The hostel is perfectly located minutes from the train station, water ferry and quality, economical restuarants. Gus, the current manager, is a... more This hostel is located right on the Grand Canal, so if you do not mind sharing a mixed sex room, grab this front room for a great veiw of all the action. The hostel is perfectly located minutes from the train station, water ferry and quality, economical restuarants. Gus, the current manager, is a delightful person who aims to make your stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible.close

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by Sandee3947 – posted on Oct 17, 2008

9

VERY DODGEY. Got an angry greeting and was accused of being inconsiderate while quietly eating breakfast alone at the breakfast table. Staff refused to explain then kicked me out for eating too much. Worse my roommates said the staff went though my gear (theif?) and they later cancelled my... more VERY DODGEY. Got an angry greeting and was accused of being inconsiderate while quietly eating breakfast alone at the breakfast table. Staff refused to explain then kicked me out for eating too much. Worse my roommates said the staff went though my gear (theif?) and they later cancelled my booking to avoid my review! No telling how often this worked in the past. Only saw one staff member (the only one I think) who said he was new so other reviews probably don't reflect him. AVOID THIS PLACE!close

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by gmabin2356 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

42

Great location, friendly staff... make sure to say hi to them.

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by Claytonc – posted on Oct 16, 2008

1

This was the best hostel I've stayed at. Gustavo is very welcoming and friendly. He gave me advice about where to go, how I should use my train tickets, where to eat. The bathrooms are cleaner than the ones in my own apartment. There's more than one. It's right next to riva de biasio which is one... more This was the best hostel I've stayed at. Gustavo is very welcoming and friendly. He gave me advice about where to go, how I should use my train tickets, where to eat. The bathrooms are cleaner than the ones in my own apartment. There's more than one. It's right next to riva de biasio which is one water bus stop from the ferrovaria tren station. The beds were very comfortable and the room for luggage spacious and clean. I don't know why you would stay anywhere else. It's a gem.close

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by szetomimi9895 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

3

Leonardo is a riot!

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by glory-lori6834 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

2

My wife & I spend 3 nights in 6 beds/room. 10min walk from bus+train central station, superb cleaning & peaceful. 5min walk to area with affordable food, supermarket & souvenir shop (i.e along Rio Terra S.Leonardo, Rio Terra Della Maladenna & Strada Nova). In front of Boatbus stop... more My wife & I spend 3 nights in 6 beds/room. 10min walk from bus+train central station, superb cleaning & peaceful. 5min walk to area with affordable food, supermarket & souvenir shop (i.e along Rio Terra S.Leonardo, Rio Terra Della Maladenna & Strada Nova). In front of Boatbus stop & ferry station to Murano + Burano Island just opposite this hostel. Main problem is no hostel signage + main entrance door is quite hidden so bit hard to find d'entrance. No internet access.close

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by trentzretznor4515 – posted on Oct 14, 2008

1

Great location. Close to train station and boat stop right out front door. Fun place, with friendly staff. Would stay there again.

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by abettenb2207 – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

This is a real cosy hostel with a great location...you walk straight out on to the main canal in venice. The staff were great and so was breakfast. Only issue is that lockers are a little small to fit massive backpacks. My friend had a couple of tops stolen but that was the people staying there... more This is a real cosy hostel with a great location...you walk straight out on to the main canal in venice. The staff were great and so was breakfast. Only issue is that lockers are a little small to fit massive backpacks. My friend had a couple of tops stolen but that was the people staying there with us and not the hostels fault. Would stay again.close

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by ejas188 – posted on Oct 12, 2008

12

Lockers didn't properly lock and the front door was never locked. Anywhere but in Venice i'd have been a but worried

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by yeksim7118 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

6

It was very comfortable, the rooms, the toilets, kitchen and common areas. if it's possible they should add internet to these facilities.

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by mnono – posted on Oct 11, 2008

3

great place to stay. very clean, great helpful staff. would recommend to anyone to stay there. greast location. would love to see more hostels like this one

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by janee1196 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

2

Totally great

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by slemke – posted on Oct 6, 2008

1

The staff were nice, one of them even showed us how to cook pasta and crepes. They have a dog named Italia who is friendly. The location is right next to the train station. Breakfast is good, toast cereal, coffee, tea, etc. There are only two bathrooms, but otherwise would really recommend this...

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by stephaniebauer4477 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

4

Superb location, can't get any better. The staff live in the hostel and are really great help. The rooms are clean and well maintained. No computer with internet but wi-fi newly installed. Small lounge with Italian TV playing. Only 2 bathrooms so there's sometime a wait for the facilities, but... more Superb location, can't get any better. The staff live in the hostel and are really great help. The rooms are clean and well maintained. No computer with internet but wi-fi newly installed. Small lounge with Italian TV playing. Only 2 bathrooms so there's sometime a wait for the facilities, but this would be the only down side. Would totally stay there again.close

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by sunmoonstarz775595 – posted on Oct 5, 2008

6