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Fraivolti

A restored house from the early XVII century, in a quiet corner of San Polo, Venice, a minute from the Grand Canal and two from the Basilica dei Frari. Choose between our elegant two-bedroom apartment for four and our double room with its own entrance.

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Double room under the roof beams, with the iron-and-glass bathroom wall

Between the arches

The house takes its name from Calle dei Volti, a quiet lane in San Polo. In Venice, a volto is an arch spanning a street, joining one building to another. This calle has two, facing each other from either end: they once marked the property of the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, whose marble emblems still keep watch from the walls. Halfway between the two arches stands the house, which is where its name comes from: Fraivolti, fra i volti, “between the arches”.

I was born and raised in Venice. When I restored this house, I kept its original wooden beams and designed every room for comfort. Today I look after each stay with the same care.

MarcoYour host
Teal sofa with yellow cushions under the wooden beams of the apartment
Patterned tiles in the bathroom of the room

The apartment and the room

Fraivolti Apartment

  • 4 guests
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 60 m²
  • First floor, no lift

Two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen. Ideal for a family or two couples.

Fraivolti Room

  • 2 guests
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • 14 m²
  • Third floor, no lift

A quiet double room under the sloping roof beams, with a private entrance and bathroom.

Between the Basilica dei Frari and the Grand Canal

Calle dei Volti San Polo 2837 · 30125 Venezia

Fraivolti is in San Polo, the smallest of Venice’s six sestieri, in a quiet corner just behind Campo San Tomà. Most of the city is within walking distance, and the vaporetto along the Grand Canal stops a minute from the door.

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  • 1 min San Tomà vaporetto stop, lines 1 and 2
  • 2 min Basilica dei Frari
  • 8 min Rialto Bridge
  • 10 min Gallerie dell’Accademia
  • 10 min Piazzale Roma and Santa Lucia station
  • 20 min St Mark’s Square

Guest reviews

  • Airbnb · Google · Booking.com 650+ reviews from our guests
  • Airbnb Superhost Marco, your host
  • Airbnb Guest favourite both the apartment and the room

Marco, our host, was incredibly kind and helpful throughout our stay. He went above and beyond by helping us arrange a marriage proposal, making the moment even more special.

Alexandru B. Google review

Perfect stay at Fraivolti with my family! Marco was super nice and very responsive, he welcomed us in person when we arrived. Apartment was modern, detail designed, and well maintained. Location is perfect, convenient but not too busy.

Candie Y. Google review

The location is incredibly easy to get to and tucked away in a quiet area, far from the tourist swarms but just a short stroll from the main sights. The room was remarkably comfortable and the hosts were charming, providing some excellent local tips.

Giorgia L. Google review

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Marco’s guide to Venice

How to get here and get around, where to eat, what to see beyond St Mark’s Square, and practical tips for your stay.

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Questions guests ask

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3 pm and check-out by 10 am. If you need different times, just ask before you arrive.

How does arrival work?

Before you arrive, you receive directions and a keypad code, so you can let yourself in any time from 3 pm. For anything you need during your stay, just send a message.

Can I leave my luggage before check-in or after check-out?

Yes, at no charge. A locked cabinet with a keypad on the ground floor can hold your bags all day.

Is there a lift?

No. The apartment is on the first floor, up one flight of 15 steps. The room is on the third floor, and the last flight is a little steep.

How do I get there?

Santa Lucia station and Piazzale Roma are about 10 minutes away on foot, and the San Tomà vaporetto stop is a minute from the door. Directions from the airport are in the guide.

Is there parking?

Cars stop at Piazzale Roma, at the edge of the historic centre. Book a space in advance at the Autorimessa Comunale or the Garage San Marco; from there Fraivolti is about 10 minutes on foot.

Do I have to pay the Venice access fee?

No. Guests staying overnight are exempt. On the days when the fee applies, the free exemption must be requested online: you receive instructions on how to do it before you arrive.

Is there a tourist tax?

Yes, but only for the first five nights: €4 per person per night, €2 for children aged 10 to 15, free under 10. It is paid separately during your stay.

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  • A stay tailored to you with Marco’s advice on restaurants, museums and getting around Venice.