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clean and efficient. The restaurant meal was delicious and the breakfast was excellent
It was easily accessible. It was clean. Friendly staff. Located near airport. They do charge for a shuttle to airport.
The staff were very nice, friendly and helpful.
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It's location, in walking distance from the airport. You can walk to it if you really want to (about 15 minutes walk). The breakfast is very good and I'd recommend it. Nice grounds and interior.
Can¿t think of anything good a sit this hotel
They have a shuttle service to Marco Polo airport and that was far cheaper than taking a taxi and the best deal around. Their breakfast it¿s also good and starts as early as 4:30 in the morning.
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Hotel location to Marco Polo Airport and near ACTV bus stop. Arrived midnite and left 4:45 am and grateful for the complimentary water in the room, and juice at reception area. Both staff were wonderful.
They had a shuttle to a nice restaurant.
Breakfast was good.
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The cleanliness
The location was good and easy to reach Venice by bus for a good price. Nice restaurant nearby. The room was simple but tidy.
Although the room was compact it was well furnished and clean. It was useful to have a fridge. The bathroom was modern and well equipped. Staff responded immediately and resolved an issue of a leaking washbasin. Proximity to airport.
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Great hotel best place nice rooms we enjoyed the terrace beautiful view.
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The peacefulness of Murano after the bustle of Venice.
The loft that we had was beautiful and extremely roomy. We are happy to stay in Murano vs a smaller hotel room in Venice. The location is fantastic with the public water buses right out front. The staff was all extremely helpful.
LaGare is a wonderful hotel in a beautiful location near Venice with a water taxi stop in front. The rooms are simple but elegant. Breakfast was reasonable and luxurious.
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The staff was phenomenal very accommodating and friendly. The room clean and bountiful. The only drawback was the shared bathroom, although it was very clean, when the hotel was full it was very hard to get to, especially when the hotel was full of women.
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Reachable place, Very good hospitality and nice breakfast.
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Bus and train in the front, customer service is good, house keeping is good, overall good
Easy check in
Though there seemed to be some hesitation, the receptionists were able to answer questions though it is not something that should be praised. It¿s also super close to the airport. An option if you need a one night cheap one night stay.
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Location near Venice and the airport.
The moment I left it
It had clean towels
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Rooms on a beautiful garden, location and the best staff ever.
Close to Venice by bus.
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The location is amazing!
The hotel was very clean, had free parking on site,rooms were spacious and if it was warmer outside we would have enjoyed the beautiful pool. The bed was comfortable and the food was pretty good. The young man who checked us in was very informative.
Beautiful hotel which is close to airport, train station, and old Venice. Staff were helpful overall. Food at restaurant was good and reasonably priced.
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The room was large and the staff was friendly
Comfortable bed Spacious Silent
Nice Quite location not too far from ghetto, friendly service and helpful with tourist info.
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Location and the prices and breakfast.
The staff is amazing, the location is amazing, the hotel is adorable, comfortable and located in a perfect area.. Its right on the Canal Grande but it wasnt noisy at all.. Slept like a baby..
Our room & the hotel were beautiful. The staff was fantastic and eager to help. They arranged our airport transport, our cruise transport, and a tour of the Murano Glass factory. I've never been in a room with padded cloth wall coverings!
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The staff was very helpful before (with explaining how to navigate Venice to get to and from the hotel) our arrival and after (suggestions on what we should see/do while there).
Clean , AC, elevator & close to rail. I will stay again. The room is small, yet very well designed. Great restaurant outside the door. Water bus stops are very close.
Very comfortable, good-sized room.
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Staff was responsive to emails and made every effort to help us enjoy our stay. The hotel + rooms is clean and the bathrooms have been recently renovated. Kosher breakfast was very much appreciated and was decent. The location is perfect for Jewish travel
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First of all allies it was a wonderful and let us check in four hours early. That was extremely nice and unexpected.
Great spot. Great room. Great service.
This hotel was very clean and just stunning inside. Great breakfast too
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Beautifully decorated rooms that were spotlessly clean. Restaurant and breakfast buffet were excellent. Staff could not have been anymore accommodating, helpful, courteous and friendly.
The rooms were beautiful
Great service, beautiful hotel,,a truly wonderful 5 star experience.
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The absolute cleanliness and the perfect view of the street and canal.
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It's great location. Very close to the train station and about a 25 minute walk to St. Mark's Square.
The location. Very close to the stations, the Grand canal and lots of shops and restaurants
Nothing execept location
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None of my status worked because I booked through you. The room was right over the hotel garbage cans, which was also where the staff took their smoke breaks. So if I opened the window because the room was 26 degrees, the room filled with cigarette smoke.
It is very quiet and comfortable. It's neighborhood is one of a very few not over in with tourist.
Very nice hotel with great staff. A little off beaten path but perfect for what we needed with Alilaguna stop close by for easy access to the airport.
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Fantastic room and an excellent location. Convenient to train station and water taxis.
Good location.
We arrived early before the check in but they stored our luggages so we were able to go out and stroll.
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The charm, location and staff were perfect. We would definitely stay there again
It is lovely and in a local neighborhood, so you get a sense of what life in Venice is really like.
Location was very good.
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The breakfast was great!!! Some reviews on here complained about the breakfasts, but I really didn?t understand. I thought they were brilliant. Also the bed was huge and quite comfortable.
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LOCATION WAS SUPERB! CENTRAL SO ONE COULD WALK MOST PLACES OR IF GOING FAR CAN WALK TO TAKE A VAPORETTO OR WALK FROM TRAIN STATION. STAFF WAS EXCEEDINGLY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL.
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Convenient to everything, really nice staff, good and free breakfast.
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Very clean
Staff was great. Very helpful.
Location and size of room and bathroom as well as front desk staff
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Where to stay in Venice Marco Polo Airport
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Ca' Bonfadini Historic Experience
Housed in a 16th-century building in Venice, Ca' Bonfadini offers elegant accommodations, a restaurant, and free WiFi throughout. Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station is 1804 feet from the property, while Rialto Bridge is 1 mi away. All air conditioned, rooms here include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a mini-bar. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and toiletries. Some rooms come with a seating area while others boast canal views. Venice Casino is a 10-minute walk from Ca' Bonfadini, while Piazza San Marco is 1.2 mi away. Venice Airport can be reached by car from Piazzale Roma in 20 minutes.
Beautifully decorated rooms that were spotlessly clean. Restaurant and breakfast buffet were excellent. Staff could not have been anymore accommodating, helpful, courteous and friendly.
The rooms were beautiful
Great service, beautiful hotel,,a truly wonderful 5 star experience.
NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi
NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi, offers a quiet setting with a luxurious garden in Venice. All air conditioned and with free WiFi, rooms at the NH Collection Grand Hotel Palazzo Dei Dogi come with a desk and a flat-screen TV, as well as a private bathroom equipped with bathrobes, slippers, a hairdryer and free toiletries. The professional staff are available 24/7 to provide support and advice on what to do and see in the surroundings. Lounges, bars and restaurants here are beautifully decorated. The property provides upon reservation a paid daily shuttle service connecting the hotel to Piazza San Marco. Santa Lucia Station is within walking distance. Please note that pets are only allowed upon request and subject to approval. Additional charges may apply. Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of €35 per day, per pet. Please note that a maximum of 2 pets is allowed per room. Please note that the property can only accommodate pets with a maximum weight of 25 kg or less.
None of my status worked because I booked through you. The room was right over the hotel garbage cans, which was also where the staff took their smoke breaks. So if I opened the window because the room was 26 degrees, the room filled with cigarette smoke.
It is very quiet and comfortable. It's neighborhood is one of a very few not over in with tourist.
Very nice hotel with great staff. A little off beaten path but perfect for what we needed with Alilaguna stop close by for easy access to the airport.
Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice
Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice has a fitness center, garden, a restaurant and bar in Venice. Popular points of interest nearby include Venice Santa Lucia Train Station, Basilica dei Frari and Scuola Grande di San Rocco. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice offers 5-star accommodations with a sauna. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Ca' d'Oro, Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Basilica. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.
Everything was great except for one big important thing and that is the bed was way to firm. Our backs ached every morning.
price for a sub 4 star hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Venice Airport
Only 0.6 mi from Venice Marco Polo Airport, this Courtyard by Marriott hotel is well connected to Venice by public bus and ferry. The Courtyard by Marriott Venice Airport enjoys easy access to a number of top attractions, including the Cortina Ski area, Lake Garda, and the Venice's Guggenheim Museum. Courtyard by Marriott provides spacious rooms with a large desk and an ergonomic chair. The on-site Da Mario restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, serving characteristic Italian cuisine.
clean and efficient. The restaurant meal was delicious and the breakfast was excellent
It was easily accessible. It was clean. Friendly staff. Located near airport. They do charge for a shuttle to airport.
The staff were very nice, friendly and helpful.
Annia Park Hotel Venice Airport
Annia Park Hotel is an elegant, historical property providing a paid shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport, 1969 feet away. Rooms offer free Wi-Fi, and breakfast is available from 06:00. The Park Hotel's rooms come with wood floors and satellite TV. Some have a spa bath. Breakfast is a varied buffet. The relaxing reading room features a fireplace. The hotel is surrounded by a large park with free parking.
It's location, in walking distance from the airport. You can walk to it if you really want to (about 15 minutes walk). The breakfast is very good and I'd recommend it. Nice grounds and interior.
Can¿t think of anything good a sit this hotel
They have a shuttle service to Marco Polo airport and that was far cheaper than taking a taxi and the best deal around. Their breakfast it¿s also good and starts as early as 4:30 in the morning.
Hotel Venice Resort
Just 0.6 mi from Venice Marco Polo Airport, Hotel Venice Resort Airport is set in 39370 ft² of grounds. It has free parking, and elegant rooms with exposed-beam ceilings. Rooms at the Hotel Venice Resort Airport are decorated with traditional furnishings and parquet floors. Each comes with air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini-bar. A daily buffet breakfast is provided. Guests can also find Venetian restaurants in the center of Tessera village. A shuttle service is available from/to the airport, on request. Venice is 6.8 mi from the hotel, reached by bus or ferry.
Hotel location to Marco Polo Airport and near ACTV bus stop. Arrived midnite and left 4:45 am and grateful for the complimentary water in the room, and juice at reception area. Both staff were wonderful.
They had a shuttle to a nice restaurant.
Breakfast was good.
Hotel Mary
Hotel Mary is just minutes from Venice Marco Polo Airport and the motorways. Parking is free. Here you will find spacious rooms with air conditioning, satellite TV and fridge. Mary Hotel is in Campalto, with great public transport links to the historic center of Venice. The nicest Adriatic beach resorts and Venice's prestigious Casino are a short drive away.
The cleanliness
The location was good and easy to reach Venice by bus for a good price. Nice restaurant nearby. The room was simple but tidy.
Although the room was compact it was well furnished and clean. It was useful to have a fridge. The bathroom was modern and well equipped. Staff responded immediately and resolved an issue of a leaking washbasin. Proximity to airport.
Hotel Ducale
Hotel Ducale is set in Favaro Veneto, a 10-minute drive from Venice Marco Polo Airport and 6.2 mi from Venice. The property offers rooms with free WiFi, a mini-bar and a flat-screen TV. The family-run Ducale offers a friendly personalized service. All rooms have elegant wood floors, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. A free internet terminal is available in the lobby. Free parking is available.
Bus and train in the front, customer service is good, house keeping is good, overall good
Easy check in
Though there seemed to be some hesitation, the receptionists were able to answer questions though it is not something that should be praised. It¿s also super close to the airport. An option if you need a one night cheap one night stay.
Hotel Conterie
Hotel Conterie is set in the heart of Murano, right by the Murano Museo water bus stop, just a short ride from Venice. The Marco Polo Airport is just 20 minutes away by water taxi. Hotel Conterie is family-run and is set in a historic villa, formerly owned by glass producers. Rooms are decorated in a characteristic Venetian style and are equipped with Wi-Fi internet connection. Some rooms are in the annex building 33 feet away.
Canal Grande
Set in a small noble residence, this 4-star boutique hotel offers a combination of an historic setting, rich classical design with modern comforts, and a central location in Venice. Enjoy spacious and luxuriously decorated rooms and suites at Hotel Canal Grande. In-room amenities include free Wi-Fi internet access, year-round air conditioning and heating, and satellite TV. Relax with a drink on Hotel Canal Grande's small terrace and admire the view of the Grand Canal. Take advantage of the hotel's meeting rooms, bar, internet point and 24-hour room service. Hotel Canal Grande features its own private dock so you can quickly arrive by private water taxi or gondola. Professional staff will assist you with tours and area information. Book theater and event tickets directly on site.
Location and the prices and breakfast.
The staff is amazing, the location is amazing, the hotel is adorable, comfortable and located in a perfect area.. Its right on the Canal Grande but it wasnt noisy at all.. Slept like a baby..
Our room & the hotel were beautiful. The staff was fantastic and eager to help. They arranged our airport transport, our cruise transport, and a tour of the Murano Glass factory. I've never been in a room with padded cloth wall coverings!
BW Premier Collection CHC Continental
This property offers a Special Protection Program, a strict program of precise safeguards dedicated to our guests and our staff. BW Premier Collection CHC Continental is set in a 15th-century historic building right on the Grand Canal. It offers beautiful views and a central location, 2 minutes' walk from Santa Lucia Train Station. Rooms feature elegant décor and parquet floors. All air-conditioned, each one has satellite TV. Some overlook the canal. The on-site restaurant also has canal views. You can enjoy a hot and cold buffet breakfast in the morning. In the evening, Venetian specialties as well as international dishes are served, accompanied by a wide selection of wines. Staying at Hotel Continental means you have easy access around Venice with the Vaporetto (water bus) stop only a few yards away. Public parking at Piazzale Roma is 10 minutes away on foot.
It's great location. Very close to the train station and about a 25 minute walk to St. Mark's Square.
The location. Very close to the stations, the Grand canal and lots of shops and restaurants
Nothing execept location
NH Venezia Santa Lucia
Located a 2-minute walk from Venice’s Santa Lucia Train Station, NH Venezia Santa Lucia offers classic Venetian-style rooms with air conditioning in summer months. Set in a 19th-century building, it features free WiFi throughout, an elegant entrance hall and a small garden. Each room is spacious and includes a private bathroom with bath or shower, and a mini-bar. Some rooms offer an enchanting view over the Grand Canal. A buffet breakfast is served in the bright dining room, and features both sweet and savuory items. The entrance hall comes with antique marbles and a magnificent Murano glass chandelier. NH Venezia Santa Lucia hotel is conveniently located in Cannareggio area of Venice, 2953 feet from Piazzale Roma. Saint Mark’s Square is a pleasant 30-minute walk away.
Fantastic room and an excellent location. Convenient to train station and water taxis.
Good location.
We arrived early before the check in but they stored our luggages so we were able to go out and stroll.
Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio
With a quiet location in Venice's Jewish Quarter, Eurostars Cannaregio is a former monastery. You can walk to Rialto Bridge in 15 minutes, and to St. Mark's square in 25 minutes. The cloister of Residenza Cannaregio is now a pretty courtyard and garden where breakfast and drinks are served, or you can simply relax. Each room features a minibar and a TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. Rooms combine original features such as wood-beam ceilings with modern amenities like air conditioning and internet access. Some rooms offer views of San Alvise Canal, and some overlook the inner garden. A varied breakfast buffet is available each morning and the bar provides drinks throughout the day. The staff can recommend the best local restaurants for dinner. The property is surrounded by workshops, book stores, and local markets. San Alvise water-bus stop is 220 yards away, providing quick services to the train station and the parking in Piazzale Roma.
The room was large and the staff was friendly
Comfortable bed Spacious Silent
Nice Quite location not too far from ghetto, friendly service and helpful with tourist info.
Leone Hotel
Located a 6-minute walk from Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station, Leone Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. All rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower or a bath, a hairdryer and free toiletries. The rooms at Filù Hotel feature a satellite flat-screen TV. Saint Mark's Square is 1.2 mi from the property. Rialto Bridge is a 20-minute walk away.
The staff was very helpful before (with explaining how to navigate Venice to get to and from the hotel) our arrival and after (suggestions on what we should see/do while there).
Clean , AC, elevator & close to rail. I will stay again. The room is small, yet very well designed. Great restaurant outside the door. Water bus stops are very close.
Very comfortable, good-sized room.
Kosher House Giardino Dei Melograni
Rimon Residence overlooks Venice’s Ghetto and its canals. It is located a 10-minute walk from Santa Lucia Train Station and has air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The rooms have simple furnishings and large bright windows. Each room features an LCD TV, a safe and a minibar. Some rooms offer canal views, and others overlook Campo del Ghetto square. A Kosher Chalav Israel buffet-style breakfast is served daily, and includes freshly baked bread, cheese, boiled eggs and fruit conserves. Hot drinks are also available. The property provides an elevator and free tea and coffee for Shabbat. There are Mikveh baths on the premises. Giardino Dei Melograni is next to a water bus stop linking with Murano and Burano islands. You can reach St Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge by foot in 20 minutes. The property is 215 yards from the Spanish and Levantine synagogues.
Staff was responsive to emails and made every effort to help us enjoy our stay. The hotel + rooms is clean and the bathrooms have been recently renovated. Kosher breakfast was very much appreciated and was decent. The location is perfect for Jewish travel
BlueColors Hotel
BlueColors Hotel is located in Campalto, within 3.8 miles of Museum M9 and 5.7 miles of Mestre Ospedale Train Station. With a terrace, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. An Italian breakfast is available at BlueColors Hotel. Venice Santa Lucia Train Station is 5.9 miles from the accommodation, while Basilica dei Frari is 6.1 miles from the property. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 1.9 miles away.
GreenColors Hotel
Featuring a restaurant/pizzeria and a snack bar, GreenColors Hotel is a B&B just outside Mestre and a 5-minute drive from Venice Marco Polo Airport. It offers colorful rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. Rooms at the GreenColors Hotel include a flat-screen TV, cooling fan and sink. The external bathroom is shared between 4 rooms and has a shower, and a communal washing machine is also available. Bed linen, towels and air conditioning included in the rate. The B&B is 3.1 mi from Venezia Mestre Train Station. You can reach both Venice and Venice Airport by bus.
The staff was phenomenal very accommodating and friendly. The room clean and bountiful. The only drawback was the shared bathroom, although it was very clean, when the hotel was full it was very hard to get to, especially when the hotel was full of women.
GreenColors DEPENDANCE
Located in Campalto, 3.1 miles from Museum M9, GreenColors DEPENDANCE provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 1-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. All guest rooms at the hotel feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms have an electric tea pot, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have garden views. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Italian options. Mestre Ospedale Train Station is 5 miles from GreenColors DEPENDANCE, while Venice Santa Lucia Train Station is 5.3 miles away. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 2.5 miles from the property.
Reachable place, Very good hospitality and nice breakfast.
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Top Tips
- Book your hotel at least 4-6 weeks in advance for summer (June to August) or Carnival in February, as rates often increase by 20-40% and availability is limited across Venice’s main districts. Compare prices early to secure preferred hotels before they fill.
- Verify airport shuttle service hours and cost directly with your hotel near Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). Most shuttles run every 20-60 minutes, but some do not operate late at night, so confirm exact timing if your flights are outside 07:00-22:00.
- Bring a valid passport (for non-EU visitors) or government-issued ID (EU travelers) for every guest at hotel check-in, as Italian law requires this for police registration and it applies to guests of all ages.
- Expect to pay the 'tassa di soggiorno' (city tax) at check-out. This fee typically ranges from €1.50 to €5 per person, per night, depending on hotel star rating and season, and is usually not included in your booking price.
- If commuting from an airport hotel to Venice, take the ACTV Bus Route 5 or ATVO Express to Piazzale Roma, both running every 15-30 minutes with journey times around 20-30 minutes. The Alilaguna water bus offers a scenic alternative but takes about 1 hour.
- When visiting October to March, check if your hotel has raised entrances or provides rubber boots, as 'acqua alta' (high water) can affect access to lower-floor rooms some years. Ask about flood preparedness before booking.
- Choose hotel location by travel style: Rialto and San Marco are within 600 m of top sites and vaporetto stops, while Dorsoduro offers a quieter stay within a 15-minute walk of main attractions.
- Check if your room includes air conditioning and Wi-Fi, and ask about average room size. Many historic Venice hotels offer rooms under 18 m², and air conditioning is not always standard, especially in older buildings.
- If traveling with heavy luggage or mobility aids, request porter service or an accessible room with ground-floor or elevator access. Many routes in Venice involve steps and bridges, and not all hotels have lifts, so confirm options before arrival.
- Tipping is modest in Italy: plan €1-2 for porters and €5-10 for exceptional service. Observe quiet hours from 22:00 to 08:00 to comply with local regulations in residential Venice neighborhoods.
- Confirm the city tourist tax amount and accepted payment methods at check-in. Most hotels require payment on site by cash or card, and the fee is charged per person based on hotel classification.
- If staying in autumn or winter, ask if your hotel provides guidance or loaner boots for 'acqua alta'. Raised walkways appear around Piazza San Marco during high water, and packing foldable waterproof footwear is recommended.
- Public transit fares vary: ACTV single rides cost €1.50, Alilaguna airport lines are €15, and multi-day vaporetto passes range from €25-65 for 1-7 days. Save on frequent sightseeing by buying passes in advance.
- Clarify details before booking by asking, 'Do you provide pickup from the airport dock or train station? What’s the cost?' and 'Is the city tax included?' Confirm these costs and payment options on your reservation.
- Pickpocketing is most common in crowded areas like vaporetti and near Rialto Bridge, so keep valuables in your hotel safe and carry only the cash or cards you need in zipped bags when exploring.
- You must present a valid passport or ID at check-in for police registration. Smoking is banned indoors by Italian law, and fines for non-compliance typically start at €50.
- Leverage your hotel concierge for restaurant bookings, museum reservations, or to discover local cuisine at traditional bacari. They can help you avoid peak times and tourist-oriented venues.
- Solo travelers can increase convenience and safety by staying near San Marco or Santa Lucia Station, both within 200 m of major vaporetto stops and well-lit at night.
- If traveling with family, request cots (culla), interconnecting rooms, or suites, and confirm if breakfast includes children’s options. For safety, check balcony or water-facing rooms for childproof locks.
- Business travelers should verify Wi-Fi speed, early breakfast options (from 06:30 or 07:00), and confirm if meeting spaces or business services are available. Many airport hotels offer express check-in if needed.
- Expect compact rooms in historic Venice properties (often under 18 m²). Read recent guest reviews to check for honest feedback about cleanliness, air conditioning, and noise levels, as these can vary by building age.
- Elevate your stay by choosing hotels with unique amenities like a private dock, rooftop terrace overlooking the lagoon, or in-house spa. Some properties offer Venetian-style treatments or panoramic views not available elsewhere.
- During summer, confirm that air conditioning and early breakfast (before 07:30) are available, as temperatures often reach 30°C in July and August. Many shops and restaurants close for Ferragosto (mid-August), so plan accordingly.
- Keep both digital and printed booking confirmations and have your hotel's contact details accessible. Email your expected arrival time and flight number in advance, as many hotels adjust check-in for late or early arrivals.
- Save 10-25% by booking in quieter Venice neighborhoods like Cannaregio or Dorsoduro, which remain within 1 km (0.6 mi) of main sites and offer local dining options with fewer crowds.