Venice in late May 2013
Feb 25th, 2013, 06:32 AM
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Venice in late May 2013
Having never been to Venice, we are looking for a reasonable place tostay for 4 nights in late May 2013. We want to spend our time just wandering through the streets and alleys. Our plan is to stay in the San MArco Area. Any suggestions.
Feb 25th, 2013, 06:49 AM
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You might find something by browsing through this site: http://en.turismovenezia.it/
Feb 25th, 2013, 07:35 AM
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Hi VB,
I have found www.booking.com to be very useful.
They give ratings based on customer reviews, as does www.tripadvisor.com
The Hotel Marconi, which is right at the foot of the Rialto, and where we stayed some years ago, is listed at about 190E w/bkfst.
I have found www.booking.com to be very useful.
They give ratings based on customer reviews, as does www.tripadvisor.com
The Hotel Marconi, which is right at the foot of the Rialto, and where we stayed some years ago, is listed at about 190E w/bkfst.
Feb 25th, 2013, 07:38 AM
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We liked www.hotelgalleria.it when we stayed there for part of our honeymoon.
Feb 25th, 2013, 07:50 AM
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do you know why you want to stay in san Marco, Venicebound? Venice is very walkable and wherever you stay [within reason] you'll be able to get to the other bits.
in fact, there are some good reasons NOT to stay in San Marco - it attracts most tourists and can be more expensive than other areas.
san polo, santa croce and dorsoduro might be just as good if not better.
in fact, there are some good reasons NOT to stay in San Marco - it attracts most tourists and can be more expensive than other areas.
san polo, santa croce and dorsoduro might be just as good if not better.
Feb 25th, 2013, 12:31 PM
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Second Ira's suggestion of Tripadvisor, as it gives you traveler feedback on the hotels along with the ability to book right from the hotel description (using the various services). I've used it for Venice and use it all the time now.
I also concur strongly with annhig--hotels very expensive, San Marco area very crowded, particularly during the day. We loved Dorsoduro and San Polo would also be good--much quieter areas.
I also concur strongly with annhig--hotels very expensive, San Marco area very crowded, particularly during the day. We loved Dorsoduro and San Polo would also be good--much quieter areas.
Feb 25th, 2013, 04:36 PM
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I agree---do not assume San Marco area.
Here are some options:
BOB’S FAVORITE HOTELS IN VENICE:
BEST MID-RANGE 3 STAR HOTELS: Prices will vary from 140 to 250E
• www.locandaorseolo.com Rave reviews in good location
• www.lacalcina.com Popular hotel in Dorsoduro on Zattere
• www.pensioneaccademia.it A Venice standard on Grand Canal
• www.cadeidogi.it Small hotel in Castello with decent prices
• www.cortegrimani.com Diverse family apts. in good location
SMALL B&Bs: PRICES VARY FROM 100E TO 220E AND BY SEASON
• www.corte1321.com Helpful hosts in San Polo area
• http://www.alpontemocenigo.com/ Nice place—off the path
• www.guesthouse.it Great value but not my favorite location
NICER 4 STAR HOTELS: prices range from 250 to 500E—vary by season
• www.ponteantico.com Lovely new place at Rialto on Grand Canal
• www.capisanihotel.it/ Boutique hotel near Accademia Bridge
• http://www.liassidipalacehotel.com/ Lovely amenities in Castello
• http://hotel-venezia-metropole.com/ Fabulous location but pricey
WILD CARD OPTIONS: Hotel & apartment options worth consideration:
• www.hotelmessner.it Well priced rooms & apts. in Dorsoduro
• http://www.palazzettodaschio.it/ Apts. in a real 16th century villa
• http://www.hotelflora.it/en/ Great location close to San Marco
Here are some options:
BOB’S FAVORITE HOTELS IN VENICE:
BEST MID-RANGE 3 STAR HOTELS: Prices will vary from 140 to 250E
• www.locandaorseolo.com Rave reviews in good location
• www.lacalcina.com Popular hotel in Dorsoduro on Zattere
• www.pensioneaccademia.it A Venice standard on Grand Canal
• www.cadeidogi.it Small hotel in Castello with decent prices
• www.cortegrimani.com Diverse family apts. in good location
SMALL B&Bs: PRICES VARY FROM 100E TO 220E AND BY SEASON
• www.corte1321.com Helpful hosts in San Polo area
• http://www.alpontemocenigo.com/ Nice place—off the path
• www.guesthouse.it Great value but not my favorite location
NICER 4 STAR HOTELS: prices range from 250 to 500E—vary by season
• www.ponteantico.com Lovely new place at Rialto on Grand Canal
• www.capisanihotel.it/ Boutique hotel near Accademia Bridge
• http://www.liassidipalacehotel.com/ Lovely amenities in Castello
• http://hotel-venezia-metropole.com/ Fabulous location but pricey
WILD CARD OPTIONS: Hotel & apartment options worth consideration:
• www.hotelmessner.it Well priced rooms & apts. in Dorsoduro
• http://www.palazzettodaschio.it/ Apts. in a real 16th century villa
• http://www.hotelflora.it/en/ Great location close to San Marco
Feb 26th, 2013, 12:19 PM
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hi hope the searching is going well. have you had a look at apartments to rent in venice? you could probably find a nice one in san marco that is close to your budget. we have used nextaway.com to find a place and you can always look on vrbo and airbnb
Feb 26th, 2013, 04:01 PM
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Have a look at private accommodation site www.airbnb.com you might find something interesting there.
