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
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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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo 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
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

4 out of 5
San Marco 5149 Ponte Di Rialto Venice VE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 398 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
AED 398
AED 464 total
14 Jan - 15 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Room was cleaned daily, spotless and updated for an older building, bed was comfortable and view of the canal out the window was special. Check in was pleasant, porter to take luggage to our room, elevator for the higher floors was convenient, restaurant and bar on site served excellent food.

Reviewed on 23 December 2025

Hotel Rialto
Hyatt Centric Murano Venice

Hyatt Centric Murano Venice

4 out of 5
Riva Longa, 49 Venice VE
The price is AED 346 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
AED 346
AED 402 total
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
Wonderful week stay in the Island. No better location for lodging on Murano.

Reviewed on 1 December 2025

Hyatt Centric Murano Venice
Antico Panada

Antico Panada

3 out of 5
Calle degli Specchieri 646 Venice VE
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Clean room.

Reviewed on 18 December 2025

Antico Panada
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.
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! (774 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, perfect location

Reviewed on 7 December 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
San Marco Palace

San Marco Palace

4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco Venice VE
Stay at this residence in Venice. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (786 reviews)
Excellent location for all the attraction and restaurants.

Reviewed on 24 November 2025

San Marco Palace
Palazzo Dei Guardiani

Palazzo Dei Guardiani

Calle Dei Guardiani, 2405 Venice VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and St. Mark's Square are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Spacious room, clean and amenities were great!

Reviewed on 9 December 2025

Palazzo Dei Guardiani
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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4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
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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

Verified traveler

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 