This was my first visit to Venice and did a lot of research on where to stay. I wanted somewhere central, but quiet, and I was prepared to pay a fair bit to get somewhere special. Oltre Il Giardino won hands down, and the reality turned out to match the dream. The standard of service was exceptional, but friendly and... more

this property is centrally located in san polo and is an easy walk to most attractions and the best restaurants. we bought a 3-day boat taxi pass but only used it twice as it was more pleasant and convenient to walk and explore the charming streets. the room we had on the top floor was spacious and furnished with a... more

This B&B will exceed all expectations. The place is beautiful, the building is perfect, it is exceptionally well run and the staff are tremendous. It is centrally located, yet wonderfully quiet, intimate but not intrusive and the breakfasts are to die for! You will not find a better B&B/hotel in Venice. What more can we say? more

Wonderful place, wonderful people. Our third visit to Venice and previously we have stayed in a 5 star hotel on the Grand Canal. This time looking for something more personal (better value) we came across Oltre Il Giardino after much research. We stayed in the green suite on the ground floor – it was beautiful. It has its own little... more

A really beautiful small hotel, perfectly situated in the middle of Venice. Gorgeous rooms with a mix of new and antique furniture, large modern bathrooms. Excellent breakfast. The library has lots of guide and history books available. The staff are young, friendly, and energetic, and go beyond the call of duty to make your stay as pleasant as possible. more

We stayed at Oltre il Giardino over Christmas with our 2 children (4 and 6) and it was every bit as wonderful as previous reviewers have said. Our post is simply to confirm that this hotel is, indeed, a gem in Venice. Lorenzo and his superb staff truly make you feel as if you were staying with family. Lorenzo arranged... more

We absolutely loved everything about Oltre Il Giardino. The house and garden are gorgeous. The breakfast is delicious. Lorenzo is the ultimate host. The location is unbeatable. What more can we say -- we will never stay anywhere else in Venice! more

My husband and two kids (aged 11 and 9) stayed at Oltre il Giardino in October. The accommodation was just beautiful. It is a 6-roomed house with private garden. This B&B is on San Polo away from the horrible crowds; it is in walking distance to the railway station, the vapretto, good restaurants and in a very good location. We... more

I stayed 8 nights at Oltre il Giardino, and can honestly say it was one of the best hotel experiences of my life. The Green Room is a wonderful suite, with everything a traveler could need, down to Bulgari toiletries. Lorenzo and the staff are terrific, never too busy to take time to talk. I felt as if I were... more