Ca'Bauta is a type of mask used to hide the true identity of a nobleman during Venice's historic Carnivale. So don't be put off by the dingy, narrow surrounding streets in this part of Venice, because from the tiny little calle (alleyway) which offers very little promise, open the gateway to the courtyard, go up the stairs and enter into the most beautiful of 14th century residences. Great care has been taken to retain the original soul of this small hotel, only six rooms of varying sizes which all lead off from the large central reception/dining room, yet all modern comfort is here. We had one of the smaller rooms, perfectly big enough for two adults, king size bed, and very good air conditioning, an essential for August. There has been previous comment about noise: be assured, the walls are thick and the bathroom is placed between the main core of the rooms and the central hall, which further aids soundproofing. The ceilings are probably twice the hight of a modern room and built with typically Venetian wooden beams - simple and gorgeous. We slept very well.
The staff - we concur with other guests. Davide is the perfect and authentic Venetian gentleman and his staff take from his example (special thanks to Cristina from both my wife and myself). They will look after your needs, recommend itineries and authentic eateries. On a map of Venice, Ca Bauta may not look the best location for convenience, but Cristina showed us routes to avoid the crowds, the quickest a-to-b, where to eat well and what to see. With this knowledge, your less than 10 mins walk to Piazza San Marco one way and in the other Fondamente Nove (vaporetti to Murano, Burano and Marco Polo Airport), and yet in a much more quiet part of the city. In all, ideal location, though not much to see the further east you wander.
Breakfast is GENEROUS for a continental style (anyone wanting the full "English" - don't go the Venice!)
Venice's hospital is minutes away, ideal should you need it (as I did!), but the building is worth seeking out anyway, the part fronting onto "Zanipolo" contains the former "Scuola di San Marco", a majestic optical illusion made out of marble.
BUT the best thing - definitely Davide, his staff and his beautiful hotel - just don't expect to see a canal directly from the window.

My daughter and I stayed 3 nights in Ca'Bauta in july on trip to Florence. They provided excellent detailed instructions on how to come from airport. I did not find it difficult to find at all. However, it was 10-15 min walk with luggage from where waterbus from airport dropped us. There were some steps involved which also was not great. However, once we arrived- we were thrilled. We had a lovely junior suite which had more than enough room. It was clean and comfortable and staff was very helpful. It is also away from the hustle and bustle but easy to walk to most things you would want to see. I would definitely return and recommend to all ( except physically handicapped - bec you have to walk up flight of stairs to enter and exit property.

We stayed in Ca Bauta at the start of our Honeymoon in May. The room was well equiped, minibar, comfy bed and air conditioning. We did have some issues with noise though. Being a converted palace the high ceilings and partitioned rooms were not the best soundproofing, and in such a quiet area noises are noticed. That aside, the manager David was welcoming and helpful from our arrival. Any question we asked the staff went out of their way to help us and they recommended a fabulous restaurant down the road (Osteria de Ponte). Light sleepers should take earplugs, but it is very worth it.

the hotel is very good arraged, elegant, classical.

rooms are in different sizes. Even the smallest one is still big enough to feel very well. Ceilings are at about 4-6m height, in original wooden beams. Quiet location. Next to the Chiesa di SS. Giovanni e Paolo and the Hospedale with the same name.

breakfast is not huge, but the buffet, mainly sweet, has all you need (flakes, croissant, coffee, chocolate milk, tea, etc., as in one of the photos on their hompage).

the staff is very polite, a pleasure to chat with! The owner is a gentleman, seeming to come from former times & families of venice.

We will gladly visit again.