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- Mestre location right by the train station, so you can zip into Venice in minutes
- Wake up to a buffet breakfast and fill up with snacks later on
A smart, budget-friendly Venice gateway
This hotel is your Venice hack: all the lagoon magic, none of the island price-tag panic. It’s set in Mestre, right next to the station, so you can be gliding into Venice in minutes for St Mark’s, Rialto and endless gelato stops, then retreat back to a quieter neighbourhood when the crowds get loud. Before you head over the water, warm up locally with a stroll around Mestre’s cafés and shops, or plan a day trip to the Prosecco hills or Padua by train.
Back at the hotel, it’s all about feel-good, planet-friendly comfort. The building is a restored 19th-century gem, plus handy extras like private parking, electric car charging and secure storage for bikes and motorbikes. Start strong with a rich breakfast buffet, then refuel later with a drink at the bar or a quick bite from the snack options. There’s a garden and terrace space for fresh-air coffees and post-sightseeing decompression, too. Food-wise, you’re perfectly placed: grab something in Mestre before you go, then feast in Venice when you arrive, from cicchetti bars to seafood trattorias. Do Venice hard. Sleep easy. Repeat the next day. And with luggage storage, late arrivals stay blissfully stress-free.
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Find out more about Mestre
In Mestre, city energy mixes with residential calm to create a Venetian suburb like no other. Over on the mainland, away from the city centre crowds, Mestre’s the gateway to the lagoon, offering easy access to Venice’s top sights and attractions.
Together with Carpenedo, Marghera, Favaro Veneto, Chirignago, Zelarino, and Tessera, Mestre forms part of the Greater Venice area. However, as it was only incorporated into Venice in the 1920s, it still has its own independent character. The modern town feels very different to the city’s historic centre.
Mestre has emerged as a top destination for savvy travellers exploring Venice, thanks to its strategic location and affordable transportation options. Mestre hotels are often cheaper than city centre alternatives, leaving you with more to spend on one-of-a-kind experiences, like those iconic gondola rides along the Grand Canal.
But Mestre’s more than just a base. It’s got a lively nightlife scene, cute shopping streets, and a vibrant cultural atmosphere waiting to be explored. From charming cafes to busy markets, Mestre offers a taste of the authentic lifestyle of Italy beyond the tourist crowds of Venice.