Hotel Paganelli

No dragging luggage across the city. The location couldn't be better. It's close to St. Mark's square and in front of the hotel is a main Vaporetto stop. The blue line from the airport stops here. Vaporetto line 2 will take you to the Tronchetto to catch the Royal Caribbean bus to Ravenna, or to Piazzale Roma (the bus station) and Ferrovia (Santa Lucia train station). Numerous cafes are a short walk away (the cafe next door had amazing croissants) as well as shopping (my wife found a Zara's by St Marks.) The hotel has an elevator, many don't.

Fantastic location, close to the main tourist hub of San Marco so you don’t have to walk far to see the basilica, but set back on the quiet and picturesque square of San Zaccaria so there were no crowds or big tour groups. The hotel was less than a minute’s walk to the Alilaguna water transport to the airport, which was perfect for an early morning flight. There are also plenty of restaurants nearby if you don’t want to walk too far in the evening, although these do cater more to the tourists and you will get a more authentic experience away from the centre. La Mela Verde is not far and serves delicious gelato. The room was small and not much space to sit and relax, but it didn’t matter as this was perfect for us as we wanted to be out as much as possible, and it was the lower end of the price bracket for Venice. Staff at reception were wonderful, very friendly and helpful, and there is a 24hr presence.

I booked 2 rooms for my parents and myself (3 guests). The lagoon facing room was great - spectacular view and large room. the second room was a regular room, which was fine enough. The location is great - close to the piers where water busses come and leave. the hotel doesnt have a kitchen - breakfast is at a restaurant that's a short walk. There is an elevator at the property. However, as you walk to your rooms, you may have to negotiate a few stairs here and there.

Great location. Both taxis and water trams stop right at the entrance, for travelers with children and suitcases, this is just super. Interesting hotel design in dark colors. The hotel has two buildings. Breakfast is located in one of the buildings; in the evening this space functions as a restaurant. The room is stylish and very, very quiet - all the windows in room 102 overlook the courtyard. Breakfast is varied, the food is tasty and fresh. Excellent service at breakfast and assorted coffee. We recommend, we will come back again.

Great location with view of the main channel and close to Biennale.