Hotels in Venice
Well meaning friends may suggest that you stay in Mestre, Venice’s modern mainland area, or maybe even in Padua or Verona. “It’s much less expensive,” they’ll say. It’s true that Venice is expensive—you’ll pay 25% more here than you would for equivalent accommodations in any other city in Italy. But by staying in Venice itself you gain immeasurable enjoyment. You’ll see the city at its best, in the early morning when delivery men and local shoppers are the only one’s moving about; and in the evening, when most of the tourists and all of the pigeons have fled. So budget a bit more for a hotel in Venice, or move you expectations down a notch, but by all means, stay on the island.
Coming into town without reservations, you can hop off the vaporetto at the train station and make a few phone calls. There’s also a room finding service, located in a little building in front of the station (though in my experience the people there have been less than enthusiastic).
Most of my hotel recommendations are in two areas: between Rialto and Saint Mark’s Square, and near Accademia Bridge. The Rialto/Saint Mark’s area is more central, but also can be very crowded, touristy and more expensive. The Accademia area means a longer walk to many of the sights, but it’s quieter and has a more residential feel.
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HOTEL BELLE ARTI
via Dorsoduro 912/a, 30100 Venezia
tel. 041-522-6230 fax: 041-528-0043
e-mail: info@bellearti.com
67 rooms.
In a city known for its historic façades, the Belle Arti stands out as an exception—a bland, square, modern building with an interior to match. While not overly exciting, the rooms are predictable, with some Venetian charm. The redeeming features are the entrance and loggia, perfect for resting tired feet and having an afternoon drink; predictable, modern comforts, including an elevator; and a great location on the Dorsoduro side of the Accademia Bridge.
via Dorsoduro 912/a, 30100 Venezia
tel. 041-522-6230 fax: 041-528-0043
e-mail: info@bellearti.com
67 rooms.
In a city known for its historic façades, the Belle Arti stands out as an exception—a bland, square, modern building with an interior to match. While not overly exciting, the rooms are predictable, with some Venetian charm. The redeeming features are the entrance and loggia, perfect for resting tired feet and having an afternoon drink; predictable, modern comforts, including an elevator; and a great location on the Dorsoduro side of the Accademia Bridge.
REPORT CARD
Overall: C
Location: B+
Ambiance: D
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: B
Staff: C
Overall: C
Location: B+
Ambiance: D
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: B
Staff: C
HOTEL AMERICAN
Rio San Vio 628, Dorsoduro, 30123 Venezia
tel. 041-520-4733 fax: 041-520-4048
e-mail: reception@hotelamerican.com
30 rooms. Singles: €190 Doubles: €260 to €310 All major credit cards accepted.
Excellent location and atmosphere, the American is a hotel with strong attention to detail and friendly service. Some rooms have terraces overlooking the canal.
Rio San Vio 628, Dorsoduro, 30123 Venezia
tel. 041-520-4733 fax: 041-520-4048
e-mail: reception@hotelamerican.com
30 rooms. Singles: €190 Doubles: €260 to €310 All major credit cards accepted.
Excellent location and atmosphere, the American is a hotel with strong attention to detail and friendly service. Some rooms have terraces overlooking the canal.
REPORT CARD
Overall: A+
Location: B
Ambiance: A
Cleanliness: A+
Maintenance: A
Staff: A+
Overall: A+
Location: B
Ambiance: A
Cleanliness: A+
Maintenance: A
Staff: A+
PALAZZO SAN CLEMENTE
Isola di San Clemente 1, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-241-3484
205 rooms. Singles: €300 Doubles: €390 to €570 All major credit cards accepted.
An eight minute ride from St Mark’s Square, out beyond the floating mass of San Giogio Maggiore, is the island of San Clemente. The island is an oasis, with a large Baroque monastery built in the 17th-century, a lush garden and fountains. The monastery building has been converted to a luxury hotel, replete with every amenity your could wish for. Guests are shuttled back and forth from St. Marks Square to island by a private boat.
Isola di San Clemente 1, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-241-3484
205 rooms. Singles: €300 Doubles: €390 to €570 All major credit cards accepted.
An eight minute ride from St Mark’s Square, out beyond the floating mass of San Giogio Maggiore, is the island of San Clemente. The island is an oasis, with a large Baroque monastery built in the 17th-century, a lush garden and fountains. The monastery building has been converted to a luxury hotel, replete with every amenity your could wish for. Guests are shuttled back and forth from St. Marks Square to island by a private boat.
REPORT CARD
Overall: B+
Location: B
Ambiance: A
Cleanliness: A+
Maintenance: A+
Staff: B
Overall: B+
Location: B
Ambiance: A
Cleanliness: A+
Maintenance: A+
Staff: B
HOTEL FALIER
Salizzada San Pantalon 130, 30135 Venezia
tel. 041-710-882 fax: 041-520-6554
e-mail: reception@hotelfalier.com
Under the same ownership as the Hotel American, the Falier is a great option for those on a tight budget. The upside is a great staff, very clean and well kept rooms, and spotless modern bathrooms. On the downside rooms are plain, and it’s a long way from the major sights.
Salizzada San Pantalon 130, 30135 Venezia
tel. 041-710-882 fax: 041-520-6554
e-mail: reception@hotelfalier.com
Under the same ownership as the Hotel American, the Falier is a great option for those on a tight budget. The upside is a great staff, very clean and well kept rooms, and spotless modern bathrooms. On the downside rooms are plain, and it’s a long way from the major sights.
REPORT CARD
Overall: B
Location: D
Ambiance: B
Cleanliness: A
Maintenance: A
Staff: A
Overall: B
Location: D
Ambiance: B
Cleanliness: A
Maintenance: A
Staff: A
ALBERGO DA BRUNO
Salizzada San Lio 5726, 30122 Venezia
tel. 041-523-0452 fax: 041-522-1157
e-mail: info@hoteldabruno.com
32 rooms. Singles: €135 Doubles: €180 Visa/MC accepted.
A nice mid-range hotel, clean and modern rooms that were upgraded recently. The renovation has added greatly to the charm of the rooms, which were rather plain and sterile but now have attractive colors and furnishings. Ideal location midway between Rialto and St. Marks.
Salizzada San Lio 5726, 30122 Venezia
tel. 041-523-0452 fax: 041-522-1157
e-mail: info@hoteldabruno.com
32 rooms. Singles: €135 Doubles: €180 Visa/MC accepted.
A nice mid-range hotel, clean and modern rooms that were upgraded recently. The renovation has added greatly to the charm of the rooms, which were rather plain and sterile but now have attractive colors and furnishings. Ideal location midway between Rialto and St. Marks.
REPORT CARD
Overall: C
Location: C
Ambiance: B
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: D
Staff: C
Overall: C
Location: C
Ambiance: B
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: D
Staff: C
PALAZZO SANT'ANGELO
San Marco 3478b, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-241-1452 fax: 041-241-1557
e-mail: palazzosantangelo@sinahotels.it
20 rooms. Doubles: €390 to €630; suite €820 All major credit cards accepted.
A beautiful Gothic palazzo overlooking the Grand Canal. Rooms are large by Venetian standards, decorated in rich colors and quality furnishings. Suites have views onto the Grand Canal, while other rooms over look the little side canal or the garden behind the hotel.
San Marco 3478b, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-241-1452 fax: 041-241-1557
e-mail: palazzosantangelo@sinahotels.it
20 rooms. Doubles: €390 to €630; suite €820 All major credit cards accepted.
A beautiful Gothic palazzo overlooking the Grand Canal. Rooms are large by Venetian standards, decorated in rich colors and quality furnishings. Suites have views onto the Grand Canal, while other rooms over look the little side canal or the garden behind the hotel.
REPORT CARD
Overall: A+
Location: A+
Ambiance: A+
Cleanliness: A
Maintenance: A
Staff: A
Overall: A+
Location: A+
Ambiance: A+
Cleanliness: A
Maintenance: A
Staff: A
HOTEL BEL SITO & BERLINO
Campo Santa Maria del Giglio, San Marco 2517, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-522-3365 fax: 041-520-4083
e-mail: info@hotelbelsito.info
34 rooms. Singles: €120 Doubles: €150 Visa/MC accepted.
The Bel Sito lives up to it’s name, beautifully located across from the Santa Maria del Giglio church and just a short walk to St. Marks or the Accademia. Room decor puts its last renovation firmly in the 1950’s, but everything is very clean and surprisingly well maintained. Staff is exceptionally friendly, the air conditioning is some of the best I’ve had in Venice, and they have an elevator, a rare thing in Venice. There is also a covered patio out front, where you can have breakfast (better than average), or sit in the evening with a glass of wine while enjoying views of the church and the people people wandering through the square.
Campo Santa Maria del Giglio, San Marco 2517, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-522-3365 fax: 041-520-4083
e-mail: info@hotelbelsito.info
34 rooms. Singles: €120 Doubles: €150 Visa/MC accepted.
The Bel Sito lives up to it’s name, beautifully located across from the Santa Maria del Giglio church and just a short walk to St. Marks or the Accademia. Room decor puts its last renovation firmly in the 1950’s, but everything is very clean and surprisingly well maintained. Staff is exceptionally friendly, the air conditioning is some of the best I’ve had in Venice, and they have an elevator, a rare thing in Venice. There is also a covered patio out front, where you can have breakfast (better than average), or sit in the evening with a glass of wine while enjoying views of the church and the people people wandering through the square.
REPORT CARD
Overall: A
Location: A
Ambiance: C
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: C
Staff: A
Overall: A
Location: A
Ambiance: C
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: C
Staff: A
HOTEL CAMPIELLO
Campiello del Vin 4647, San Marco, 30122 Venezia
tel. 041-520-5764 fax: 041-520-5798
e-mail: campiello@hcampiello.it
16 rooms. Singles: €120 Doubles: €165 Visa/MC accepted.
Once a 16th century convent, many rooms have interesting features such as beam ceilings, Murano glass chandeliers and elaborate mirror frames. Rooms are slightly larger than the usual Venetian shoebox (but not much). In an unbeatable location, on a quiet square just a few yards from a vaporetto stop and St. Marks Square. The only drawback is their draconian cancellation policy, which charges you a €25 penalty if you have to cancel, no matter how far in advance you do it.
Campiello del Vin 4647, San Marco, 30122 Venezia
tel. 041-520-5764 fax: 041-520-5798
e-mail: campiello@hcampiello.it
16 rooms. Singles: €120 Doubles: €165 Visa/MC accepted.
Once a 16th century convent, many rooms have interesting features such as beam ceilings, Murano glass chandeliers and elaborate mirror frames. Rooms are slightly larger than the usual Venetian shoebox (but not much). In an unbeatable location, on a quiet square just a few yards from a vaporetto stop and St. Marks Square. The only drawback is their draconian cancellation policy, which charges you a €25 penalty if you have to cancel, no matter how far in advance you do it.
REPORT CARD
Overall: B+
Location: A
Ambiance: B+
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: B+
Staff: B
Overall: B+
Location: A
Ambiance: B+
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: B+
Staff: B
HOTEL BONVECCHIATI
San Marco 4488, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-528-5017 fax: 041-528-5230
e-mail: info@hotelbonvecchiati.it
120 rooms. Singles: €250 to €290 Doubles: €310 to €340
All major credit cards accepted. Stunningly elegant hotel with modern amenities, tasteful decor, and warm friendly service. Located on a small canal midway between Rialto and St. Mark’s.
San Marco 4488, 30124 Venezia
tel. 041-528-5017 fax: 041-528-5230
e-mail: info@hotelbonvecchiati.it
120 rooms. Singles: €250 to €290 Doubles: €310 to €340
All major credit cards accepted. Stunningly elegant hotel with modern amenities, tasteful decor, and warm friendly service. Located on a small canal midway between Rialto and St. Mark’s.
REPORT CARD
Overall: B+
Location: A+
Ambiance: B+
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: B
Staff: C
Overall: B+
Location: A+
Ambiance: B+
Cleanliness: B
Maintenance: B
Staff: C