Venice

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Grand Canal showing a lake or waterhole, kayaking or canoeing and heritage architecture
Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute which includes religious elements, general coastal views and a church or cathedral
Doge\'s Palace featuring general coastal views, a castle and heritage architecture
Venice which includes heritage architecture and boating
Venice showing a city, a gondola and street scenes

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Where to stay in Venice

Dorsoduro featuring heritage architecture and a coastal town

Venice City Center

The stunning cathedral and charming cafes are just a few highlights of Venice City Center. Make a stop by St. Mark's Square or Grand Canal while you're exploring the area.

Venice City Center
San Marco featuring kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek

San Marco

4.5/5(1,933 area reviews)

In the heart of Venice, this densely built area boasts iconic attractions like St Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica, and the Doge's Palace. Find numerous hotels, banks, and high-end shops amid the bustling tourist scene.

San Marco
San Polo featuring heritage architecture and a bay or harbor

San Polo

4.5/5(302 area reviews)

Smallest and most central sestiere, San Polo boasts churches in the west, palaces in the east, and iconic attractions like Rialto Bridge and Scuola Grande di San Rocco.

San Polo
Venetian Ghetto showing boating, a coastal town and heritage architecture

Cannaregio

4.5/5(1,000 area reviews)

Explore historic churches like Santa Maria di Nazareth and Santa Maria dei Miracoli, or admire stunning palazzos such as Ca' d'Oro and Ca' Vendramin Calergi. Enjoy morning markets, local shops, and quaint cafés in this residential, peaceful district.

Cannaregio
Dorsoduro showing a river or creek and a bridge

Dorsoduro

4.5/5(423 area reviews)

Boasting the highest land areas in Venice, this sestiere features the stunning Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute and the picturesque Zattere quay. Easily connect to San Marco via Ponte dell'Accademia.

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Santa Croce

4.5/5(658 area reviews)

In the northwestern part of Venice, Santa Croce boasts a mix of medieval charm in the east and 20th-century land reclamation in the west. Explore churches like San Giacomo dell'Orio and visit the Museum of the History of Fabric and Costume, while enjoying the convenience of Piazzale Roma's transportation hub.

Santa Croce
Amadeus Hotel
Amadeus Hotel
4 out of 5
Lista di Spagna, Cannaregio 227, Venice, VE
The price is SAR 552 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
SAR 552
SAR 647 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Amadeus Hotel
Hotel Principe
Hotel Principe
4 out of 5
Rio Tera Lista de Spagna, 146, Venice, VE
The price is SAR 600 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 600
SAR 700 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the room I stayed in, beautiful canal view."

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

Hotel Principe
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is SAR 555 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 555
SAR 650 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,531 reviews)
"Nice to be just off st marks square"

Reviewed on 22 June 2025

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Hu Venezia Camping in Town
3 out of 5
Via Giuseppe De Marchi 7, Marghera, Mestre, VE
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campground in Mestre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,540 reviews)
"Great place, lovely swimming pools, good connection to Venice"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Via Ca' Marcello 8L, Mestre, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Mestre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (700 reviews)
"This was a great spot close to public transit into Venice. The rooms and building were very clean. Staff was very accommodating (holding luggage before/after) and kind. The bed could have been a bit more comfortable (very flat pillows) and a few more amenities (no shampoo/conditioner, only body wash) ..."

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Palazzo Dei Fiori By Room Mate
Palazzo Dei Fiori By Room Mate
4 out of 5
Calle del Dose da Ponte, 2746, Venice, VE
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Grand Canal and St. Mark's Square are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Valentina and Gianluca did a phenomenal job making our stay an amazing experience. Super friendly and very helpful with places to eat, showing us around the hotel and reserving water taxis. The hotel is in immaculate condition, in a great location and newly renovated. We could not have been more ..."

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Palazzo Dei Fiori By Room Mate
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Venice

4.6
Top Destination
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3/5 - Okay

UStraveler

Venice is a very old town.You have to walk a lot! Water taxis are expensive and water buses can be a bit pricy too, but doable. Great location for pictures! I loved the gondola rides!! Great shopping! Lots of highend stores like Chanel, Louis V, etc

5/5 - Excellent

MarkW

Lovely place to stay and visit. It's one of our favorite places in Italy.

5/5 - Excellent

nancyj

i love venice and would love the opportunity to travel there a third time!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Venice has to be one of the most beautiful places in the world.

5/5 - Excellent

Mr_Noyb

Beautiful... architecture is gorgeous!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

it was a quiet stay, few tourists were but i enjoyed it. felt like i had venice to myself 