Guest in Italy has selected some of the best small and medium-sized hotels catering to independent travellers in downtown Venice. From frescoed palaces with faded glamour to family run guesthouses, all the hotels listed here offer something special.

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Via Garibaldi 1650, Venice

The rooms are definitely vintage with exposed pipes and bare floors and some have no running water. The rooms do have views and have little balconies that are perfect perches for people-watching.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 105
Breakfast: Included

Campo S. Geremia 312, Venice

The hotel is named after the original owner, the word gobbo means "hunchback". The neat bedrooms have unadorned wash-and-wipe furniture. A few of the rooms overlook a lovely garden and others open onto a square. Breakfast is served on a round table in the communal sitting room where you will feel as though you are in someone's nice home, not in a budget hotel near the train station in Venice.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 93
Breakfast: Included

Calle degli Schiavine 4386, Venice

A very nice seven-roomed hotel owned by Nillie (English speaker). Rooms are clean and cheerful with tiled floors. All rooms and reception area are decorated with flowers and plants. Breakfast will be served in your room because there is no breakfast room, a good opportunity to add a romantic touch!

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 110
Breakfast: Included

Calle della Frescada 3887b, Venice

The hotel is located between Campo Santa Tomą and Campo Santa Barnaba, one of the most interesting areas of Venice. The rooms are well cared for and kept up on a regular maintenance schedule.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 90
Breakfast: Included

Calle del Vin 4656, Venice

Behind St. Mark's Square as you head toward San Zaccaria is this exceptional budget hotel. The rooms either overlook the parked gondolas on the Riodel Vin or a garden with fruit trees. Large and airy bedrooms. No credit cards accepted; payment of the first night required in advance.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 110
Breakfast: Included

Riviera S. Nicolo 11a, Venice

Villa Aurora hotel offers good prices and nice rooms with a wonderful view of the lagoon. It also operates a pizzeria next door. Very picturesque surroundings in the Lido, the nearest tourist attraction.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 93
Breakfast: Included

Calle Vinati 84/85, Venice

This hotel is in a quiet neighborhood midway between Piazzale Roma and Canal Grande from which the boats depart from the lagoon behind the islands of Giudecca and San Giorgio Maggiore. The hotel is managed by the Scarpa family who live in their hotel and are dedicated to every detail. The hotel offers many kinds of rooms, all are sunny and bright.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 95
Breakfast: Included

Calle Misericordia 358, Venice

This small family run hotel is located on a peaceful side street near the "zoo" area along Lista de Spagna, which runs from the train station, 3 minute's walk away. The rooms are all good sized, sunny and quiet, all with air conditioning and TV, ensuring visitors a peaceful night's rest. Breakfast can be served inside in a tiny breakfast room with four tables, or on the front patio, which is shielded from the street and pedestrians by an ivy covered fence bordered by flower beds.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 110
Breakfast: Included

Ponte dell'Angelo 5310, Venice

Hotel Riva is surely the ideal place for a honeymoon couple on a low budget. Perfectly positioned on a picturesque canal with bridges, just round the corner from St. Mark's, it has rooms with a private bath and some of them offer views of the San Marco church. The decor is 17th-century Venetian style. Low prices represent one reason to came here where the room will have a view you will never forget. No credit cards accepted; payment of the first night required in advance.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 120-130
Breakfast: Included

Lista di Spagna 230, Venice

The Minerva & Nettuno is about a five-minute walk from the train station on the left side of Lista di Spagna. Ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor. possibly with balcony. Price includes half board.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 110
Breakfast: Included

Castello, Campo San Provolo , Venice

A warm family atmosphere prevails from the sitting room and bar throughout the four floors of the hotel. The well-lit, well-furnished rooms have shiny bathrooms, pleasing color schemes, and crisp cotton bedspreads. The majority have views over the garden or San Zaccaria church.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 170
Breakfast: Included

Fondamenta di Borgo 1147, Venice

The Locanda Montin is conveniently situated just off Campo Santa Barbara. The hotel bears a faded look from years of attracting artists, writers and musicians on prolonged visits to Venice. Rooms with a flower-bedecked balcony overlooking the canal.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 135
Breakfast: Included

Campiello Nuovo, San Marco , Venice

It is important to note that this hotel is without question one of the best one-star values in all of Venice. Located in an historical Venetian Palazzo in the centre of the city, the hotel looks onto a quiet 15th-century courtyard. Other rooms overlook the canals. This smart clean and exceptionally nice hotel offers well-equipped rooms, including air conditioning. Nearest tourist attractions are S. Mark's Square and Campo Santo Stefano.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 124-180
Breakfast: Included

Calle dei Fabbri 909, Venice

Located right in the atmospheric centre of Venice just a minute's walk from St. Mark's Square, this family run hotel has been recently restored. Rooms are comfortable and sunny, with good facilities.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 139
Breakfast: Not included

Corte del Gallo - 3589 , Venice

The Locanda Gaffaro is a newly restored hotel, situated in a quiet and characteristic part of downtown Venice, a few minute's walk from the main station Santa Lucia and Piazzale Roma, Venice's bus terminal and car park. A small courtyard leads to the hotel, decorated in 19th-century Venetian style.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 130
Breakfast: Included

SS. Apostoli 4532, Venice

The hotel is located in a breathtaking position between the Ca' d'Oro and the Rialto Bridge. The rooms are basic, however some of them look on to the back patio where summer breakfast are served. The staff are friendly and ready to be helpful to the guests.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 130
Breakfast: Included

Calle Castagna 4765, Venice

On a little canal just after you cross over the Ponte Storto, you will see the Pensione Casa Verardo, a family-run site dear to the hearts of budget travelers. The building is a 14th - century palazzo. The rooms are huge, with high ceilings tile floors, and a view to the buildings across the walkway.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 156-197
Breakfast: Included

Calle de la Verona 3673, Venice

Since 1950 this two-star hotel has been managed by the Gallini family. Thanks to their friendly and hospitable approach many of its customers consider this hotel their Venetian home. Rooms are large enough to be comfortable and here tourists will spend an unforgettable stay.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 140
Breakfast: Included

Calle Della Mandola, San , Venice

This hotel is located in the heart of Venice, within walking distance of sights such as St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, this hotel offers a shopping and sightseeing heaven. Rooms are nice and all different with hand-painted furniture. It offers a good service at the restaurant and good food.. Efficient service and good facilities.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 140-175
Breakfast: Included

Campo S. Geremia 290a, Venice

The main sitting room has a large picture window opening onto the Campo San Geremia and offers great moments in people-watching. Next to this is a dollhouse-size breakfast room with a miniature bar. All rooms have direct-dial phones and color televisions.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 139
Breakfast: Included

Rio Terrą Antonia Foscarini, , Venice

The rooms are all very small and so are the bathrooms, but this is an old building and one cannot expect spacious quarters.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 145-180
Breakfast: Included

Ramo Pescaria 3980, Venice

The Nuovo Teson is set back on a pretty square just off the busy Riva degli Schiavoni. The hotel is just a whisper or two away from St. Mark's and close to some of the best restaurants in the city. The rooms are modest in appointments, yet they offer plenty of space for daytime living. They are uniformly done in reproduction Venetian-style painted furniture, and ceiling fans. Downstairs there is a cozy bar with inviting chairs and sunny breakfast room overlooking the street.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 146
Breakfast: Included

Campo Bandiera e Moro 3608, Venice

The quiet neighborhood around the hotel is a world away from the milling hordes near St. Mark's Square and the pedestrian-clogged Riva degli Schiavoni, both of which are only a short walk from the hotel. La Residenza is 15th-century Gothic structure. The ornate salon has magnificent sculpted plaster walls and ceilings and lovely paintings. The rooms are nice and clean with bathrooms, tv and minibars.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 148
Breakfast: Included

Castello, Ponte Storto 4765, Venice

This hotel is right in the heart of Venice, just a couple of minutes by foot from St. Mark's Square. It is located in a typical sixteenth-century Venetian palazzo, fully renovated in 2000/2001, and combines the charm of historic Venice with the comfort of modern facilities. All the rooms are furnished in Venetian style, with antique furniture and draperies.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 156-197
Breakfast: Included

Riva S. Biagio 2135, Venice

The Bucintoro is an old hotel with a fabulous views. Easy walk to St. Mark's Square, the centre of all the action in Venice. You can walk along the Riva degli Schiavoni and catch one of the vaporettos that depart every few minutes. All the rooms have a view over the San Marco basin, with the Lido on one side and the Doge's Palace on the other.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 167
Breakfast: Included

San Marco 5264, Venice

Characteristic hotel in typical Venetian style, situated in the centre of Venice, just a few minutes from St. Mark's square. Despite the central location the hotel is very quiet and relaxing, and the rooms themselves are cosy, though not large. During warm weather breakfast is served in the garden.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 155
Breakfast: € 10

Campo S. Provolo 4701, Venice

A warm family atmosphere prevails from the sitting room and bar throughout the four floors of the hotel. The well-lit, well-furnished rooms have shiny bathrooms, pleasing color schemes, and crisp cotton bedspreads. The majority have views over the garden or San Zaccaria church.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 170
Breakfast: Included

S.Croce 88, Venice

The Hotel Al Gallo is conveniently located close to the station and transport terminals of Venice, yet just a short walk or vaporetto ride from the centre of Venice and the main sights. The area is well served by restaurants and nightlife. This is a small hotel run by the Basile family, who are ready to give you any help you may need during your stay in Venice. It has recently been restored throughout, with spacious and well-equipped rooms.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 155
Breakfast: Included

Calle Riello 459, Venice

Massimiliano Bico's Hotel Hesperia is a nice hideaway for romantics who do not like big, brassy hotels in busy areas. The restful bedrooms are not large, but they are beautifully equipped and tastefully decorated in shades of blue with Murano glass chandeliers and superb bathrooms.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 176
Breakfast: Included

Calle del Remedio 4412, Venice

Within walking distance of St. Mark's Square and Rialto Bridge. The hotel is nicely appointed with antiques and reproductions.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 155
Breakfast: Included

Piazzale Santa Maria Elisabetta, Venice Lido

This hotel was built in 1857 and managed by the same family since that time. Perfectly situated, overlooking the lagoon, it's easily reached. The rooms have been modernized, friendly atmosphere. Note the nearest tourist attractions is Lido; 10 minutes by boat to Venice proper.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 219
Breakfast: Included

Via Doge D. Michiel 48, Venice Lido

Situated in the Venice Lido this is one of the best two-star hotels in Venice. Rooms are clean and serviceable with pretty garden views, and easy-care modern furniture. The hotel also offers beach cabanas and chairs. It was opened in 1905 and the owner is always present. Good restaurant.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 155
Breakfast: Included

Calle Priuli 66, Venice

In its golden age 120 years ago, the Abbazia was a Franciscan monastery. The location, in a small alley next to a row of budget hotels behind the station. The rooms have been faithfully restored, keeping the quiet atmosphere and spirit of the original monastery always in mind. The largest rooms are upstairs and face the garden, which was the central courtyard of the monastery. All have plenty of closet and luggage space, good light, nice bathrooms, and attractive reproduction furnishings.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 160-212
Breakfast: Included

S. Marco Spadaria 700/A, Venice

Located right in the centre of Venice, close to St. Mark's and the Rialto, as well as the starting point for many tours and excursions. Modern facilities.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 175
Breakfast: Included

Salizzada San Pantalon 130, Venice

Entirely restyled in 1992 this luxurious hotel is well located near Piazzale Roma (rail station and car parking). It has a picturesque lobby with columns and French furniture, in front of the canal. Each room reflects excellent taste. Friendly and pleasant stay is guaranteed thanks to the family hotel and restaurant association.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 180
Breakfast: Included

Dorsoduro, Fondamenta , Venice

The Pensione Accademia, occupies one of the most romantic settings in Venice, in a 17th-century villa set in a splendid garden just off the Grand Canal. The nicely decorated rooms all vary, but all have either canal or garden views. The rooms are large, with comfortable armchairs, bureaus to settle into, and a bathroom with a glassed-in stall shower.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 150-230
Breakfast: Included

Riva degli Schiavoni 4182, , Venice

This small hotel is situated in the heart of Venice, a couple of minute's walk from St. Mark's Square and close to the main vaporetto stops. Most hotels along this premium stretch of water in Venice charge almost half as much again as the Paganelli. Francesco Paganelli continues to carry on the family tradition of hotel-keeping that was started when his grandfather opened the hotel in 1874. Before that, the hotel was part of the San Zaccaria convent, whose nuns revolted against the bishop and the Church in the 16th century. The hotel now consist of two buildings. Some of rooms are certainly more up-to-date than the others, with full air-conditioning and new bathrooms. Some rooms have views onto the Venice Lagoon, others overlook Campo San Zaccaria or the quiet internal courtyard.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 150-191
Breakfast: Included

Campo S. Stefano 2957, Venice

This not too expensive hotel is located in Campo S. Stefano near S. Mark's Square, one of the most characteristic squares in Italy. The hotel has a patio and all rooms are comfortable, with hand-painted furniture and Murano glass. Payment of the first night required in advance.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 200
Breakfast: Included

San Marco 2373, Venice

Not far from St. Mark's, the Hotel Pozzi is situated in a 17th-century Palazzo overlooking a charming and quiet Venetian square, where guests can enjoy breakfast during the summer months. Very quiet with modern-style bedrooms, and tastefully decorated with antique and modern artworks.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 196
Breakfast: Included

Zattere al Gesuati 779, Venice

The old-fashioned, elegantly upper-crust Seguso exudes an air of European tranquility that is rarely found anywhere today. The pensione serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner to guests who enjoy gracious surroundings filled with antiques and family mementos. Prices include half-board.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 205 (half-board)
Breakfast: Included

Via Bragadin 30, Venice Lido

The Centrale & Byron hotel is well situated between St. Mark's square and the white sand Lido beach. This comfortable and friendly hotel is the ideal place to return to after a long day of foot-weary sightseeing in Venice. Fully stocked American bar and garden. Rooms are clean and all of them offer three-star facilities. 9 rooms have a wonderful beach view.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 190
Breakfast: Included

Campo S. Maria del Giglio , Venice

Well located in historic center of Venice, only minutes by foot from St. Mark's Square. If romance is on the agenda during your stay here, plan to arrive at the hotel's private dock via gondola or water taxi. The rooms display Murano glass chandeliers, a mixture of old and new furniture, and an interesting collection of firearms. The rooms are inviting for long stays, because they have enough room for you and a few bags.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 191-250
Breakfast: Included

Calle del Sturion 679, Venice

The hotel overlooks the Grand Canal. Though not luxurious, the rooms have features many three star hotel wish they had. Pretty dining room with a canal view. No credit cards accepted; payment of the first night required in advance.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 200
Breakfast: Included

Calle S. Zulian 534, Venice

The Albergo San Zulian offers sound comfort, the renovations at this hotel have put it well on the way to a top slot in the ranks of the better two-star hotels near St. Mark's Square. The bedrooms are intelligently fitted with muted wall coverings, good closet space, and luggage racks and some have pretty views over red tile roofs.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 217
Breakfast: Included

Piazza San Marco, Calle dei , Venice

The Hotel San Marco enjoys one Venice's most popular locations, just off St. Mark's Square, and offers elegant and comfortable rooms equipped with all the modern conveniences. It's just a stone's throw from the Doge's Palace, the famous Basilica, and the Bell Tower; and all the important museums are within walking distance. 24 hours concierge, room service, business, car rental service available, and the hotel is happy to arrange meetings and small groups for congresses or seminars. The hotel also offers a cocktail bar and two restaurants, one of them opening straight into St. Mark's Square, offering typical Venetian dishes or international cuisine.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 240-320
Breakfast: Included

Calle Larga 22 Marzo 2283A, Venice

Hotel Flora is a romantic place with old fashioned warmth and hospitality right in the middle of Venice, set in a garden oasis where breakfast is served. Rooms are furnished with good quality and originality that immediately can be admired. Nearest tourist attractions are S. Mark's Square and top shopping streets.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 230
Breakfast: Included

Via Lepanto 15, Venice Lido

In this hotel you will find cleanliness and comfort. It is not elegant or regal but it is warm and friendly. It has 31 liberty-style rooms. Because there are no meals served other than breakfast, vouchers are given for the restaurant next door. Near the hotel you will admire the Lido, the nearest tourist attraction.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 240-300
Breakfast: Included

Piscine San Moisč 2053, Venice

Intimate atmosphere and friendly and efficient service are the characteristics of this hotel located between La Fenice (opera house) and St. Mark's square. Rooms are comfortably done with soft sofas and elegant chairs that invite you to spend a long stay here. No doubt no one can wish for anything better.

Rates (per room):
Double room with private bathroom: € 258-350
Breakfast: Included