Great vacation rentals in Venice for families: family-friendly apartments and Airbnb in Venice you and your kids will love

Tried and tested family-friendly vacation rentals in Venice, Italy. Chosen by real parents for location, facilities and welcome.

In a previous article, we looked at family-friendly hotels in Venice.

Today, I want to expand on the list of recommended accommodation options for families with kids in Venice with a list of kid-friendly vacation rentals and Airbnb for families, all tried and tested, of course!

The list below has been compiled by me based on my personal experience of Venice and the experience of real parents who shared their experiences in each of these places with me.

These parents are not paid to review places and did not get them for free (neither did I!).

They are parents who visited Venice with kids and were so kind and generous to share with me their finds.

If you want to virtually meet them (and me!), scroll to the bottom of this page and join us in my free Italy with kids Facebook group: they are a fab group of people and you’d be welcome to join us!

Now, let’s get to the reasons why sometimes an apartment can work better than a hotel in Venice and some great addresses I hope you will love!

Why choose an Airbnb / vacation rental in Venice as a family

Getting an apartment in Venice offers many advantages over a standard hotel.

The main ones are:

More space – hotels in Italy in general and in Venice, in particular, tend to have smaller rooms, only suitable for groups of a maximum of 4 people.

While this is not an absolute rule, as we showed in the article about hotels linked above, a rental is more likely to deliver if you have a larger family or want more rooms and private space.

Rentals often work out cheaper than hotels – especially for larger groups

Since many hotels do not offer large rooms, especially if traveling with teenagers who need proper beds and some space, you may have to book two separate rooms.

This can be uncomfortable and potentially unsafe, in the case of younger kids, and it usually works out very expensive since many hotels simply charge two full room rates and do not make provisions for families.

An apartment often offers a better option as the cost doesn’t necessarily double with each additional room.

It is easier to keep your kids’ routine

If you have little kids or toddlers, staying in an apartment might mean you will be able to keep some elements of their routine.

This, in turn, can help little ones settle in an unfamiliar location.

During our trips, we noticed that being able to cook the occasional familiar food went a long way to help the children feel at home.

It also allows us to enjoy better meals out, since we could settle their stomachs at home first!

Cooking can also be a great way not to blow the budget on meals out, which are notoriously expensive in Venice.

How we chose these family-friendly vacation rentals in Venice

As I mentioned above, this list of family-friendly rentals in Venice comes from my own experience and that of parents in my Italy with kids Facebook Group.

I have included apartments that meet the following criteria:

• Good, family-friendly location in Venice proper (aka Venice main islands, not Mestre or other mainland locations)
• Accepting of small kids
• Equipped with kitchen/kitchenette
• With a friendly, reliable, responsive owner
• With proper heating (for winter)
• With wi-fi

Good to know:

• Only one of them (see below) doesn’t offer air conditioning. In that case, I have specified it in the description as it can still be a fantastic place, outside of the hot summer months.
• A couple of them do not offer a washing machine. However, one is attached to a good 4star hotel that can help you with all your needs and the other one has a laundrette nearby.

• Unfortunately, due to the nature of Venice housing, not all apartments have an elevator and some may require the use of stairs.

I have not excluded apartments with steps as these are the majority in Venice, so please do not be surprised if this list of family vacation rentals includes some that are not all step-free.

As you will see, most of these apartments are in the area of Cannaregio: this is because this neighborhood strikes a great balance between proximity to the station, central location and local feel.

If you want to get an overview of the different neighborhoods in Venice, you can find here >>> our essential guide to Venice’s neighborhoods.

Great apartments and Airbnb in Venice for families

Ca’Nova, a lovely family-friendly apartment in Venice overlooking a canal (up to 4 guests)

Ca’Nova is a lovely apartment on the first floor of a typical Venetian building overlooking the Fondamenta della Misericordia canal in the Venice Cannaregio district.

The apartment has 2 bedrooms and 3 beds and it is suitable for families of up to 4 people.

The apartment has:

• One bedroom with double bed and sofa bed + a second bedroom with double bed
• One bathroom with soap, shampoo, toilet paper and hairdryer
• Kitchen
• Washing machine
• Air conditioning
• Heating
• High chair for kids

The apartment offers canal views and it is in a quiet location, despite being in a vibrant and authentic part of the city.

Shops and supermarkets are nearby and you are only a 20-minute walk from San Marco, 15 from Fondamenta Nove (Murano and Burano departure point) and less than 15 minutes from the famous Rialto Bridge.

The closest Vaporetto stop is San Marcuola, for vaporetto numbers 1 and 2

The Alilaguna orange line from and to the airport

Find airbnb listing with all info here

Ca’ delle Muneghe Antico Convento del XVI secolo Venice rental for up to 8 people

Ca’ delle Muneghe (lit: house of the nuns, since it is hosted in what used to be an ancient convent) is a lovely, large apartment in Venice Cannaregio with room for up to 8 people.

The apartment has 4 bedrooms (6 beds), 3 bathrooms and the owners can provide a baby cot, on request – just let them know at the time of booking should you need one.

The apartment checks pretty much all out boxes as a family-friendly rental but truly stands out for its exceptional hosts, which go above and beyond by providing not just the essentials but a proper warm welcome.

An extra plus: they can provide continental breakfast on arrival, meaning you don’t have to sort out essentials for the kids as soon as you arrive! A real vacation feel!

At a glance, this apartment offers:

• Canal Views
• Great location in Cannaregio, not far from the Venice Train station and the wonderful Venice Ghetto
• 4 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms
• Fully fitted kitchen
• Washing machine
• Baby con on request
• Free wifi
• Room-darkening shades (amazing if you are dealing with jet lag and need a little extra sleep or you have a baby used to a darker room)
• Air conditioning
• Heating
• Host has Airbnb super host status

The apartment is in the local and vibrant area of Cannaregio and has restaurants, local supermarkets and shops nearby for all your family’s needs.

It is also close to the Vaporetto stop should the children be tired at the end of a long day out

An extra bonus is the station of the water taxis nearby: while expensive, these are a great option to get back to the airport with kids, especially if flying out of Venice early in the morning.

You can book this apartment from their website | or via their Airbnb listing |

San Teodoro Palace hotel luxury apartments – up to 8 guests

San Teodoro Apartments are beautifully equipped family friendly apartments in San Marco, right in the heart of Venice.

The apartments belong to the stunning hotel Nani Mocenigo and are great for families who want a super central location and more space than what a hotel room can provide.

These apartments come in several sizes and can host up to 4, 6 and 8 people.

Please notice that the bigger apartment is on two levels and it is not the easiest to access, despite the presence of an elevator.

Using their 2 bedroom apartment as an example, at San Teodoro palace apartments, you can find:

• 2 bedrooms (one with a double bed and one with a double or French bed)
• Two bathrooms (one with Jacuzzi)
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
• Dining area
• Heating
• Air conditioning
• Wifi

Please note that the apartments do not have a washing machine.

The apartment is only a few minutes walk from Rialto Bridge but, despite this central location, is not noisy and there are no sleep disturbances.

The Vaporetto stop is nearby and the hotel can organize activities and excursions for you: just ask at reception.

You can find photos and prices here*

(*affiliate link = Should you make a purchase through this link, we might make a small commission at no extra cost to you.)

Evelina Apartment: baby and toddler-friendly vacation rental in Venice for up to 4 people

The vacation rental called Evelina Apartments is a modern, newly refurbished apartment in a typical Venetian building from the XVI century in the Cannaregio district of Venice (my favorite area!).

The apartment has all modern comfort but has that special charm that is typical of the older city buildings, complete with exposed wooden ceiling beams and canal views!

The apartment has two rooms (three beds, one bathroom) and can host up to 4 people.

The rental has family-friendly facilities, including:

• Quiet location in Venice Cannaregio, close to the station
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Washing machine
• Dishwasher
• Bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer (so you don’t need to worry about local voltage and converters)
• Air conditioning
• Heating
• Baby cot
• Baby plates and cutlery
• Wifi
• Airbnb Plus + Host has Airbnb superhost status

The apartment is in the lovely area of Cannaregio, and it is close to the station, the Vaporetto stop and has shops and restaurants nearby.

Despite all these facilities near the house, the apartment is quiet and has a lovely, residential, Venetian feel.

I marked this Venice apartment as great for babies and toddlers due to the extra attention for them, but it is perfectly spacious and suitable also for families with teenagers (who will also enjoy the vibrant area and local restaurants nearby)

Find link on Airbnb here

Home Sweet Home With Courtyard Garden for up to 4 guests

Home Sweet Home is a modern, clean and pretty apartment in the area of Santa Croce, one of the most local in Venice.

The apartment has rooms to host up tp 4 people, to which they offer two bedrooms and one bathroom, as well as a sitting area with a kitchen.

The apartment offers:

• two bedrooms – one double, the other a twin (two single beds)
• fully equipped kitchen with microwave, freezer and dishwasher
• air conditioning and central heating.
• Washing machine and dryer (this is a rare thing in Italy!)
• Mosquito Net
• Travel cot (on request)
• High chair in the kitchen
• Shared courtyard – please note that the courtyard is not fully fenced and opened onto a canal – young child must be supervised at all times when outside.
• Host has Airbnb Superhost status

The apartment is in Santa Croce, which is a local and nice area with a studenty and local feel, very different (yet still within easy reach to) busy and popular St Mark’s square.

Airbnb listing here

Luxury flat balcony on the water, Venice rental for families up to 6 members

If you are looking for a family-friendly apartment in Venice for a large family, then you should consider this beautiful rental which can take up to 6 people.

The rental is in beautiful Cannaregio and has a bedroom with a king bed, a second bedroom with bunk beds and a sofa bed in the common area.

Children are welcome and the owner can provide travel cot and high chair.

In terms of facilities, the apartment has:

• 2 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher
• Washing machine
• Heating
• Air conditioning
• Wifi
• Pretty balcony overlooking the canal for a quiet drink after the kids are in bed!
• Airbnb superhost status

The apartment is in a quiet area with a lovely local vibe and it is close to restaurants and the vaporetto stop

You can find their listing on their website | Or on Airbnb here

LHost in Venice Family-friendly rentals in Venice San Polo with Panoramic Terrace (up to 7 guests)

If you have always dreamed of waking up to panoramic views of Venice and its canals, then this apartment is for you!

Located in San Polo, a wonderful local area in Venice close to the station and the city’s main attractions, this apartment is on the top floor (with an elevator) and offers spacious rooms for up to 7 people.

The apartment is kid-friendly and pet friendly and has a breathtaking view over the Grand canal.

Amenities for families include:

• 2 bedrooms and additional beds to sleep up to 7 people (1 room has a double bed, the other one has one double bed and one sofa bed, the living room has 2 sofa beds)
• 2 bathrooms with essentials
• Cot and travel cot
• Children’s books and toys (ages 2 to 10)
• Air conditioning
• heating
• Ceiling fan
• Terrace with views

Please note: the apartment doesn’t have a washing machine but a laundrette is nearby.

This apartment is in a great location close to Santa Lucia train station. The Vaporetto stop is nearby: the house overlooks the famous grand canal.

You can read their full listing on Airbnb here

Family-friendly Venice apartment with courtyard (up to 7 guests)

Outdoor spaces in Venice are hard to find, so we were delighted to discover this family-friendly rental in Venice San Polo with a delightful private terrace and a small and super charming courtyard.

The apartment is in a great area for families, close to all attractions and restaurants yet away from the maddening crowds.

It has special attention to kids, such as the option to have a cot for little but also some children’s books and toys.

The apartment offers:

• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms, hairdryer for local voltage provided
• Family room with terrace
• Patio
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Travel cot and high chair on request
• Washing machine
• Heating
• Airbnb Plus + host has Airbnb Superhost status

Please note: the apartment doesn’t have air conditioning, so we recommend it for seasons outside the summer.

Find their listing on Airbnb here

Gemma a Venezia – great apartment for older kids (2 and up): up to 6 guests

This family-friendly rental in Venice describes itself as a gem and indeed, it is a bit of a gem!

Located on the first floor of Palazzo Zanetti, a beautiful Venetia building dating to the XVII century, the apartment has a great location in Santa Croce area and overlooks a canal on one side and a garden on the other – a rare view in Venice, a city with few centrally located green areas!

The apartment has two nice double bedrooms (one of them en-suite), a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony and offers free wifi.

Compared with others on this list, this apartment is closer than others to the station, which means it is particularly suited to families who want to use Venice also as a base for day trips.

All of Venice’s main attractions are easy to reach by Vaporetto or on foot for the house.

Things that make this rental great for families are:

• 2 bedrooms with 4 beds to accommodate up to 6 people (One room with a queen bed and one room with 2 single beds)
• Two bathrooms,
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Washing machine
• Dishwasher
• Mosquito net (great for summer, when Venice gets a large number of these pests)
• Fast and free wifi
• Host has Airbnb Superhost status

The closest vaporetto stop is “San Stae” on Vaporetto Line 1.

The apartment is suitable for families with older kids as it cannot accommodate children under 2.

Fin here their listing on Airbnb

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