The 22-room Hotel Antiche Figure is an intimate three-and-a-half-pearl boutique hotel overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice’s Santa Croce district. It has stunning views of a gondola station, Scalzi Bridge, and Santa Lucia Station. The hotel embraces it setting with rooms that are elegant and traditional, without being too busy. Of course, higher-category bookings come with canal views and more impressive decor. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, room service, air-conditioning, and minibars. Just note that the hotel is a historic building, so space is at a premium. During the summer months guests can enjoy breakfast alfresco in the small square, but in winter the cozy breakfast area can become a bit snug. The nearby Hotel Ala has larger communal areas but lacks the intimate vibe found here.
The 22-room Hotel Antiche Figure is an intimate three-and-a-half-pearl boutique hotel overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice’s Santa Croce district. It has stunning views of a gondola station, Scalzi Bridge, and Santa Lucia Station. The hotel embraces it setting with rooms that are elegant and traditional, without being too busy. Of course, higher-category bookings come with canal views and more impressive decor. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, room service, air-conditioning, and minibars. Just note that the hotel is a historic building, so space is at a premium. During the summer months guests can enjoy breakfast alfresco in the small square, but in winter the cozy breakfast area can become a bit snug. The nearby Hotel Ala has larger communal areas but lacks the intimate vibe found here.
Hotel Saturnia & International is a sprawling 87-room, four-pearl property. It has a stunning position on a street of designer boutiques that connects directly with St. Mark’s Square and the Accademia area. The hotel embraces its history with rooms that have original 14th- and 15th-century features alongside Art Deco style. High-end amenities include 26-inch LCD TVs, Geneva Guild toiletries, and sunken bathtubs. La Caravella restaurant receives excellent reviews from previous guests, as does the rooftop terrace and its incredible cityscape views. As of our early 2018 visit the meeting room was being refurbished, and a spa is in the works. Unfortunately, there’s no fitness center, but guests can use a local gym for free. For a similar stay, it's also worth considering the Royal San Marco Hotel.
Hotel Saturnia & International is a sprawling 87-room, four-pearl property. It has a stunning position on a street of designer boutiques that connects directly with St. Mark’s Square and the Accademia area. The hotel embraces its history with rooms that have original 14th- and 15th-century features alongside Art Deco style. High-end amenities include 26-inch LCD TVs, Geneva Guild toiletries, and sunken bathtubs. La Caravella restaurant receives excellent reviews from previous guests, as does the rooftop terrace and its incredible cityscape views. As of our early 2018 visit the meeting room was being refurbished, and a spa is in the works. Unfortunately, there’s no fitness center, but guests can use a local gym for free. For a similar stay, it's also worth considering the Royal San Marco Hotel.
Location is this mid-range hotel's main highlight, as it's conveniently situated just around the corner from St. Mark's Square and a two-minute walk from the nearest vaporetto stop. Other than the prime locale, it's a fairly modest property with sparse features that are limited to an outdoor courtyard and a simple free breakfast served in an inviting dining room. The 25 guest rooms are small, clean, and simple; equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, but guests note problems with the air conditioners and some of the bathrooms are tiny. Overall, it's a good choice for tourists planning on exploring on foot. There are several similar hotels in the area, so travelers might want to compare rates.
Location is this mid-range hotel's main highlight, as it's conveniently situated just around the corner from St. Mark's Square and a two-minute walk from the nearest vaporetto stop. Other than the prime locale, it's a fairly modest property with sparse features that are limited to an outdoor courtyard and a simple free breakfast served in an inviting dining room. The 25 guest rooms are small, clean, and simple; equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, but guests note problems with the air conditioners and some of the bathrooms are tiny. Overall, it's a good choice for tourists planning on exploring on foot. There are several similar hotels in the area, so travelers might want to compare rates.
A historic, upper-middle-range property located along one of Venice's main waterways, Hotel Gabrielli is conveniently placed within walking distance of St. Mark's Place and a water taxi stand. Run by the same family since 1856, the Hotel Gabrielli has parts dating back to the 14th century. The 103 rooms have a few period touches like hand-carved wood vanities paired with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. And many (not all) have panoramic views of the St. Mark's Basin and city. By comparison, the Best Western Premier Hotel Sant'Elena is a little cheaper and more modern, but doesn't have the same Old-World charm.
A historic, upper-middle-range property located along one of Venice's main waterways, Hotel Gabrielli is conveniently placed within walking distance of St. Mark's Place and a water taxi stand. Run by the same family since 1856, the Hotel Gabrielli has parts dating back to the 14th century. The 103 rooms have a few period touches like hand-carved wood vanities paired with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. And many (not all) have panoramic views of the St. Mark's Basin and city. By comparison, the Best Western Premier Hotel Sant'Elena is a little cheaper and more modern, but doesn't have the same Old-World charm.
The upper-middle-range Palazzo Odoni is a small boutique hotel with elegant Venetian decor and few common areas. The hotel has eight individually decorated rooms with satellite TVs and minibars, ranging from Doubles to a Family Suite that can sleep up to five people in two separate rooms. The hotel has a small but charming breakfast room that doubles as a bar and there's free breakfast and 24-hour room service. The location is removed from Venice's tourist center, but it's near the train station and there are lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance. Travelers may want to compare rates at the nearby Boscolo Hotel Bellini, a larger hotel with more spacious common areas and slightly more ornate decor.
The upper-middle-range Palazzo Odoni is a small boutique hotel with elegant Venetian decor and few common areas. The hotel has eight individually decorated rooms with satellite TVs and minibars, ranging from Doubles to a Family Suite that can sleep up to five people in two separate rooms. The hotel has a small but charming breakfast room that doubles as a bar and there's free breakfast and 24-hour room service. The location is removed from Venice's tourist center, but it's near the train station and there are lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance. Travelers may want to compare rates at the nearby Boscolo Hotel Bellini, a larger hotel with more spacious common areas and slightly more ornate decor.
The nine-room Residence Ca' Foscolo is a three-pearl all-suite property located in the Castello neighborhood. It's a five-minute walk to the Rialto Bridge and under 10 minutes on foot to Piazza San Marco. The property is smart and modern, though features are limited to what's found in the suites. All nine units have pleasant, relatively modern decor and feature kitchens, air-conditioning, living areas with flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. However, aside from a free daily continental breakfast, there are no features here. Rates are good for the area, but guests seeking extras like a spa, sauna, and pool might try nearby Hotel Ai Reali instead. The style there is more classical and -- of course -- prices are higher.
The nine-room Residence Ca' Foscolo is a three-pearl all-suite property located in the Castello neighborhood. It's a five-minute walk to the Rialto Bridge and under 10 minutes on foot to Piazza San Marco. The property is smart and modern, though features are limited to what's found in the suites. All nine units have pleasant, relatively modern decor and feature kitchens, air-conditioning, living areas with flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. However, aside from a free daily continental breakfast, there are no features here. Rates are good for the area, but guests seeking extras like a spa, sauna, and pool might try nearby Hotel Ai Reali instead. The style there is more classical and -- of course -- prices are higher.
The 16-room Bed & Venice is a centrally located budget hostel with clean, sparse rooms, limited extra features, and accordingly low rates. Private and dorm rooms for two to six people are available, although all share bathrooms. While furnishings may be dated, the hostel is clean and functional. The property has common lounge space in the lobby, a 24-hour reception desk with helpful staff, a large terrace with excellent city views, and a breakfast room that serves a free basic breakfast. The Hotel Al Vagon is a comparable budget property for guests who would prefer private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, though the hotel doesn't serve breakfast.
The 16-room Bed & Venice is a centrally located budget hostel with clean, sparse rooms, limited extra features, and accordingly low rates. Private and dorm rooms for two to six people are available, although all share bathrooms. While furnishings may be dated, the hostel is clean and functional. The property has common lounge space in the lobby, a 24-hour reception desk with helpful staff, a large terrace with excellent city views, and a breakfast room that serves a free basic breakfast. The Hotel Al Vagon is a comparable budget property for guests who would prefer private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, though the hotel doesn't serve breakfast.
Hotel Locanda Vivaldi is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique property with astounding views of San Marco Basin and an exceptional location close to tourist attractions like Piazza San Marco. Its 27 guest rooms feature classic Venetian decor with antique wood furnishings, Murano glass lamps, and modern bathrooms with bidets and either whirlpool tubs or sauna showers. About half of the hotel's rooms and suites offer excellent water views, and all are outfitted with flat-screen TVs and minibars. Property features are somewhat limited — there's no gym, for example — but there's a cozy bar, a daily breakfast buffet, and a seasonal terrace restaurant. Guests can compare rates with similar properties that line the waterfront promenade, such as the charming Hotel Londra Palace, where decor may feel fresher.
Hotel Locanda Vivaldi is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique property with astounding views of San Marco Basin and an exceptional location close to tourist attractions like Piazza San Marco. Its 27 guest rooms feature classic Venetian decor with antique wood furnishings, Murano glass lamps, and modern bathrooms with bidets and either whirlpool tubs or sauna showers. About half of the hotel's rooms and suites offer excellent water views, and all are outfitted with flat-screen TVs and minibars. Property features are somewhat limited — there's no gym, for example — but there's a cozy bar, a daily breakfast buffet, and a seasonal terrace restaurant. Guests can compare rates with similar properties that line the waterfront promenade, such as the charming Hotel Londra Palace, where decor may feel fresher.
The 17-room Arcadia Boutique Hotel is a charming three-pearl boutique hotel located in the historic Cannaregio district. It's close to the train station and a vaporetto stop, and multiple stores and restaurants are within walking distance. However, it will take at least 20 minutes to reach Piazza San Marco on foot. Rooms are lovely, decorated in a modern Venetian style, and they feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and kettles for tea and coffee. There's not much in the way of features, but the breakfast buffet gets rave reviews for its quality and range of offerings. After breakfast, the space becomes a lobby lounge serving cocktails, beer, and wine. For something slightly cheaper, check out Ca' Riccio, a quaint bed-and-breakfast with similar features.
The 17-room Arcadia Boutique Hotel is a charming three-pearl boutique hotel located in the historic Cannaregio district. It's close to the train station and a vaporetto stop, and multiple stores and restaurants are within walking distance. However, it will take at least 20 minutes to reach Piazza San Marco on foot. Rooms are lovely, decorated in a modern Venetian style, and they feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and kettles for tea and coffee. There's not much in the way of features, but the breakfast buffet gets rave reviews for its quality and range of offerings. After breakfast, the space becomes a lobby lounge serving cocktails, beer, and wine. For something slightly cheaper, check out Ca' Riccio, a quaint bed-and-breakfast with similar features.
The upper-middle-range Palazzetto Madonna is a lovely boutique hotel situated on a quiet canal in Venice’s oldest district, San Polo. It’s away from the often maddening crowds, but still within a brief walk of many attractions and a vaporetto stop on the Grand Canal. Its 20 rooms are clean and individually decorated in an opulent fashion that mixes traditional and modern elements -- but it might feel stuffy to some. Bathrooms are upscale, but the size of both the bathrooms and bedrooms varies widely from room to room. A free hot breakfast buffet is included, and concierge services are available. For a comparable San Polo alternative, consider the four-pearl Hotel L’Orologio.
The upper-middle-range Palazzetto Madonna is a lovely boutique hotel situated on a quiet canal in Venice’s oldest district, San Polo. It’s away from the often maddening crowds, but still within a brief walk of many attractions and a vaporetto stop on the Grand Canal. Its 20 rooms are clean and individually decorated in an opulent fashion that mixes traditional and modern elements -- but it might feel stuffy to some. Bathrooms are upscale, but the size of both the bathrooms and bedrooms varies widely from room to room. A free hot breakfast buffet is included, and concierge services are available. For a comparable San Polo alternative, consider the four-pearl Hotel L’Orologio.