Vacationing is fun but planning for it can be hectic and finding the best accommodations in Venice Italy that suit your need and within your budget. Enjoy seeing the amazing Canal Grande from your hotel room. Wake up to the sun rising and shimmering along the river and enjoy seeing people on rowboats. The city is packed with hotels in every district and neighbourhood, from budget friendly properties to luxurious hotels.
Venice (Venezia) is situated in northern Italy and is the capital of region Veneto. It’s one of the most romantic cities in the world, world-famous for its canals. Stay near most popular attractions, museums, shopping, theatres, dining and
in the city’s most popular tourist districts; San Marco, Dorsoduro, San Polo, Santa Croce, Cannaregio and Castello.
Accommodation near different landmarks such as famous Piazza San Marco (San Marco Square), Palazzo Ducale (Doge’s Palace), Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto), the Grand Canal, …. If you travel by train staying close to Venice Stazione Santa Lucia (train station) can be very convenient.
Enjoy spending time in Venice Italy with your loved ones and have the time of your life. Visit all the landmarks and enjoy shopping in some of the best boutiques in the world.
What’s the best area to experience the city as a local or when visiting the first time, what’s the best district for families or for couples (honeymoon), or where to stay on a budget? Read on below to find out more best neighbourhoods to stay in Venice Italy.
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What is the Best Area to Stay in Venice?
Best for First Time (Sightseeing): City Centre (San Polo – San Marco – Canal Grande)
If it is your first time visiting Venice Italy, then you need to experience the heart life of the districts. The plan is visiting the San Polo, San Marco, and Canal Grande area and get a taste of how life in Italy can be. The neighbourhoods are filled with great landmarks for you to take pictures at and great museums for you to explore. Get to see the fantastic view of the Canal Grande and experience the fun of rowing down the stream. Buy your friends and family the best glass souvenirs along the Canal Grande River.
Where to Stay in Venice City Centre
- Best Luxury Hotels
The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel • Belmond Hotel Cipriani (Giudecca Island) - Best Great Value – Top Rated Hotels
Rosa Salva Hotel • Hotel Antiche Figure - Best Cheap Hotels in Venice
Hotel Rio • Hotel Serenissima - Best Bed & Breakfast in Venice
B&B Casin dei Nobili • B&B Ca’ Bonvicini - Best Budget Hostels in Venice
We_Crociferi (Cannaregio) • Silk Road (Dorsoduro)
Best Areas to Stay in Venice
What’s the best district in Venice for honeymoon (couples)? Hotels with view on Canal Grande (Grand Canal)
If you are newlyweds and you and your partner want to have that romantic getaway then booking a hotel with the view the Grand Canal could be a perfect idea. Most of the districts in Venice Italy are found along the Canal Grande, and they offer a fantastic view of the river. Additionally, you and your partner can try rowing a boat along the river together and make some memorable moments together.
Where to stay in Venice with a family? San Marco or San Polo (close to Landmarks) – Dorsoduro – Lido Island (Beach)
Family time vacationing can be fun, but the problem comes when you are trying to figure out the perfect hotel to stay. Try enjoying the family vacation by visiting San Marco district which is famous for its landmarks and museums. Get to learn all about their social and cultural life. If you want a quieter neighbourhood, you can try the Dorsoduro area which is perfect for that area. On that crazy hot summer time, you can work in the Lido area which has a fantastic beach.
Best places to stay in Venice for local experience? Dorsoduro – Giudecca – Castello – Cannaregio
You can’t visit Italy and not experience the full local experience of being and Italian. Recommended areas are Dorsoduro, Giudecca, Castello and Cannaregio. Visit some of the famous museums in the area and get to see the history of the place. Enjoy art by some of the famous artists and painters in Italy like Picasso. Moreover, get to visit some of the local restaurants and enjoy some of the best meals in Italy. Additionally, you can visit the best vendors to get your family and friends souvenirs to remind you of your trip to Italy.
Stay in Venice on outlying islands? Giudecca – Lido – Murano – Burano
Enjoy your stay by reserving a hotel on an Island in one of the areas like Lido, Murano, Burano, and Giudecca. Wake up to amazing sunrises over the ocean and get a chance to see breathtaking sunsets. Sleep on the sound of waves crashing on the sea and Cool Ocean breezes blowing from the ocean. Enjoy some outdoor activities like surfing, diving and viewing the coral reefs while on this Islands. Additionally, you can take long nature walks along the beaches and try doing yoga on the beach side to leave your body rejuvenated.
Where to stay in Venice on a budget? Mestre – Dorsoduro – Santa Croce – Castello
You don’t have to cancel on your Italy vacation since you are on a budget. There are many hotels at an affordable price around Venice Italy that you can enjoy. Try hotels around Mestre, Dorsoduro, Santa Croce and Castello districts which are affordable. Visit all the landmarks in the area and have the time of your life on a budget.
The 5 Best Neighbourhoods in Venice (Venezia) for Tourists, First Time Visit
1. San Polo – San Marco
San Marco is located at the centre of Venice making it the perfect destination for you. Due to its central location, it allows you to visit any place you want and tour the town at your pleasure. San Marco is the home for some of the best tourist destinations and attractions like the museum, monuments and the fascinating sight of the Saint Mark’s Basilica and its one of a kind bronze horse sculptures.
The most visited destination has to be the Piazza San Marco which is home to the Palazzo Ducale and the bell tower. Additionally, if you are looking for the perfect place to take pictures, then this is the ideal place. Moreover, this is the district to shop for glass souvenirs to bring to all your friends and family at home.
- Best Hotel:Â Hotel L’Orologio
- Best Cheap Hotels / Great Value: Hotel Flora • Locanda Fiorita
2. Cannaregio
Cannaregio district is located on the banks of the Grand Canal just like saint Marco. The area is filled with beautiful hotels for accommodation and excellent restaurants for eating out. During the day this area looks so dull and un-lively, but it is the perfect spot for nightlife as the river banks are filled with pubs and dance halls.
Additionally, if you are a historian enthusiast, then this is the ideal place for you to visit. The district is filled with significant historical landmarks like the Jewish Ghetto which is famous for being the home of the Jewish museum.
- Best Accommodation:Â Casa Colleoni (Bed and Breakfast) – Ca’ Sagredo Hotel
- Best Cheap Hotels / Great Value : Locanda Cà Le Vele (Guest House) • Hotel Ca’ D’Oro
3. Santa Croce (Santa Lucia Train Station area)
Santa Croce is one of the best neighbourhood to stay in Venice Italy as it is quiet and unique as compared to the other districts in the area. If you are looking for accommodation and great hotels to stay in you should try this area. Santa Croce is the home to the four bridges in the area that pedestrians use to cross the Grand Canal.
Further down the river, you will find beautiful and old centuries buildings that make this area unique. Moreover, if you are looking for a souvenir that is affordable to take home, you can try the fabrics and handicrafts made by small vendors in the area.
- Best Hotel:Â Santa Croce Boutique Hotel
- Best Cheap Hotels / Great Value: Hotel dalla Mora • Ca’ Dei Polo
4. Dorsoduro
Most of the art students who visit Venice Italy are always aiming at Dorsoduro as their final destination. This district is home to the Peggy Guggenheim Museum which holds arts of some of the famous artists and painters in Italy like Picasso and Kandinsky.
Additionally, it is the home to Galleria dell’Accademia di Venazia which holds paintings from the 18th century and above. Moreover, this is the best place for a great nightlife since the area is filled with hotels and clubs that are known for their fantastic nightlife.
- Best Accommodation:Â Hotel Moresco
- Best Cheap Hotels / Great Value: Casa Accademia • Ca’ della Corte (Bed and Breakfast)
5. Mestre (Mainland)
Mestre district is the perfect place if you are looking for affordable places for you. The area is filled with affordable hotels that are spacious for you and your family. Additionally, the city is centrally located, and it is easier to access any public transport to around Venice.
If you love shopping, then this district will be perfect for you since the area has great shops which sell Italian designer clothes at affordable prices. Moreover, if you want to be close to the Venetian Islands, then this area is the perfect choice for you.
- Best Hotel:Â Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna
- Best Cheap/Mid-Range Properties: Residenza Giacomuzzi (Bed and Breakfast) • Chiara – Lodge (Guest House) – Hotel Villa Costanza ***S
