Travelers find themselves in Venice's bustling center at this welcoming hostel, where St. Mark's Square awaits nearby and a pleasant terrace offers a quiet retreat.
Ostello Domus Civica, near Piazzale Roma, offers in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. The Port of Venice and St. Mark's Square are easily accessible. Enjoy simple comforts like the hostel's terrace and vending machines after a day of sightseeing.
Located in San Polo, a neighbourhood in Venice, Ostello Domus Civica is near a train station. Teatro La Fenice and Rialto Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop. Maritime Station and Zattere are also worth visiting. Visit our Venice travel guide
Close to Grand Canal and St. Mark's Square, Ostello Domus Civica provides a terrace, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
A TV in reception, luggage storage and smoke-free property
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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1 building
4 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
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Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 12:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The property entrance is closed daily from midnight to 7 AM.
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/.
Guests booking their stay in Venice are kindly requested to visit the #EnjoyRespectVenezia site www.comune.venezia.it/en/content/enjoyrespectvenezia for important information and regulations applied in the city.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply to patients and their companions, and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties, subject to the submission of proper documents to the property. A 30 per cent reduction applies from 1–31 January.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January to 31 January, EUR 1.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.50 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 February to 31 December, EUR 1.50 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.70 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT027042B7ECDZ3DOD
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Property is also known as
Ostello Domus Civica
Ostello Domus Civica Hostel
Ostello Domus Civica Hostel Venice
Ostello Domus Civica Venice
Ostello Domus Civica Venice
Ostello Domus Civica Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ostello Domus Civica Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Venice
Frequently asked questions
Is Ostello Domus Civica pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Ostello Domus Civica?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Ostello Domus Civica?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Ostello Domus Civica located?
Located in San Polo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal. St. Mark's Square and Teatro La Fenice are also within 1 mile (2 km). Venezia Tronchetto Station is 20 minutes by foot and Venice Santa Lucia Station is 8 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Ostello Domus Civica Reviews
7.4
Good
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The room didn’t have private w.c. and bathroom. But overall the beds were comfortable and clean.
The windows didn’t have net, so if left open there were a lot of mosquitoes. There was a breakfast room which could be used by guests. The staff were friendly and location was accessible to main bus station, Rialto and some other important places by foot in less than 10 min
This place offers dormitory style rooms with shared bathrooms at a very affordable price. My private room was small with a twin-sized bed and a sink. There was no AC but they provided a fan. The staff was very friendly and helpful and will hold your luggage after checkout. This place is very accessible and only 10 min walk away from train station.
Downside was that the office closes and they lock up around midnight, so you need to check-in or get back by that time. I had a late train and luckily I communicated with them and got checked in just in time. Bathroom didn't have a lock and no bath soap/shampoo.
Overall, an excellent place for solo travelers on a budget! Not super comfortable or luxurious.
As a young solo traveler, I highly recommend Ostello Domus. The front staff Rebecca & Angela were very welcoming. They provided me with places for me to explore and even gave me a map with personal notes on it. I will Definitely recommend this place for any travelers I know going to Venice.
I loved the AC in the room. I also loved the fact that there is luggage storage but you don’t have to use it necessarily. I liked that there were no bunk beds. My bed was tilted so I didn’t sleep the best but I would absolutely stay here again.
Not what I expected, for sure one of the Worst places I ever estayed, you have to make your one beds if you can call them that.
Luis R
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peyton
2 Aug 2022
Really enjoyed the central location of the hostel. Close to the bus station and water bus locations! Staff was amazing! So kind and helpful.
Peyton
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The room service and the keys
We where very happy with the hospitality, but not with room service we stayed 4 nights and not once the room was cleaned. Also we would suggest that for the room keys to be more protected. For example we just said the room number and without any questions they just handed the keys to us and for that reason we didn’t leave anything with value in the room we didn’t feel safe, it would be better for the receptionist who gives the keys to verify with id card or any other verification that is your room.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Michael
4 Jul 2023
I have limited qualms with the locations or venue itself, but the idea that we cannot return post-0030, pre-0700 each night is absolutely absurd. Put a code on the door. With all of the shows and opportunities Venice presents, requiring people to come back to their apartment at some time is archaic. The sun doesn’t set until 10PM in the summer.
aunque el edificio en sí está viejo por dentro, la estancia fue cómoda, el personal amable, lo que no me gustó fue que cierran el hostal y si no llegas antes de esa hora te quedas en la calle ya que no hay recepción 24hrs.
Hôtel bien situé, proche entrée de Venise avec gare et bus et parking voitures, et proche centre. Personnel sympathique. Rooftop avec vue sur la ville. Cuisine à disposition.
Mais chambre très basique, lits ne paraissant pas solides, sol de la chambre et des salles de bains salent. Hôtel bruyant entre les portes qui claquent et le rooftop à côté de notre chambre.
Mi è piaciuto molto l'ostello perché comodo e piacevole, inoltre si trova in un punto ottimo per raggiungere diverse attrazioni artistiche e storiche.
Non mi è piaciuto molto il servizio perché è stato poco chiaro su asciugamani grandi per corpo e doccia.
Really nice place, super close to the bus station which was helpful. Check-in was very easy, elevator was broken when I was there but normally there is one. Terrace was the best part, though, nice view over Venice, great place to have breakfast, a little cooler than the rooms which were fine but didn't have AC. Would definitely stay again!
Juliana
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Iris
3 Oct 2019
Noise from the road.
Big windows are great but due to the noise from vehicles passing by below and the road being copperstones, it was very nosiy hence my roommates closed the windows and it can be bad as there are 6 of us in the room ! Location is good.
Foi ótimo, funcionários atenciosos, bem localizado, limpo.
MONICA
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
9 Sep 2019
Disliked: Staff & service
It was the cheapest hotel I found in Venice.
They lock the doors from midnight to 7:00 am. Our flight got delayed and we arrived at the airport after midnight, we called and the receptionist said she wouldn’t open the door until 7:00 am so we had to sleep at the airport because all the hotels were sold out
For 2 days it was ok but more than that it would be bad.
The location is good , close to the station and walking distance to attractions.
There is no ac so it was uncomfortable to sleep and the beds were not good.