Cheap Hotels Venice

With the economy in decline, going to Venice can be a slightly expensive adventure. In fact, tourism internationally has declined this year by about 30% in Europe because of the current economy.  While the airfares are relatively cheap, the cost of staying in any one of the many Venice hotels is not. Lately, there have been rumours of the economy recovering, but how true these rumours really are, depends of where you are.  Hotels have reduced their rates, but when a story appears in the press that the economy is back on track, you will find hotels will suddenly increase their prices.  Then another news story follows with another massive layoff at some country or factory and people know that the economy has not really suddenly recovered.  It depends on what you believe and who you believe when looking for cheap Venice hotels in Italy.

However, the trip to Venice can be made relatively cheaper and you can keep to your budget by staying in the smaller less expensive but still quality Venice cheap hotels. One of these discount hotels in Venice is the Hotel Al Piccolo.  This 2 star hotel, the Hotel Piccolo in Venice is equivalent to a roadside motel in the US the suits the budget traveller. It is a simple hotel that offers great convenience for travelers who do not have masses of money to spend on lodging at the expensive luxury hotels in the city of Venice. This Venice hotel is located near the Mestre station and is easily accessed by bus. There are buses running daily from the hotel to downtown central Venice.

At Al Piccolo Hotel, there is free parking and the area surrounding the hotel is safe for tourists. While this discount hotel Venice is simple, the best advantage of staying at the Al Piccolo is that it is conveniently located near the motorways. Within ten to fifteen minutes, one can reach downtown Venice or any one of the local scenic sites or beaches at the Lido. Some places of interest located within ten to 20 minutes of the hotel include Brenate Riviera, Treviso, and Padua – all places you must visit while on your holiday in Venice.

The Al Piccolo hotel can be reached from the Venice airport and train station by bus. The hotel is by no means lavish but the atmosphere is relaxed and pleasant. The hotel caters chiefly to individuals/families that are traveling budget and only want a decent place to sleep. The hotel also offers all amenities you would need  for the business traveler to Venice.

The Hotel Al Piccolo has 19 rooms for guests with stylish decorations. Some of the hotel rooms have a terrace but all have their own private bathroom. Besides single rooms, there are a few double rooms and family suites for families visiting the city of Venice. Air conditioning and satellite TV is available in all rooms of the hotel. The hotel lobby is small but you will find it does have a bar and a TV room when you need to relax after a long day of visiting all the tourist sights of Venice.

Breakfast is available but not included in the cost of your hotel room and costs about $10. The rooms are comfortable, clean and the hotel does allow pets if you are bringing your pet along with you on your vacation in Venice.

Hotel Piccolo is mainly geared for the young tourist who wants to spend his/her money more on sight seeing and doing things in Venice on their holiday in Venice rather than on extravagant Venice luxury hotels. While the hotel is decent, it may not be the right place for someone seeking palatial accommodation. Choose according to your budget you must stick to for your budget Venice hotel.  Nevertheless, the hotel does have all the amenities a tourist needs to be comfortable and offers some good discounts. Hotel Al Piccolo is a great budget hotel to be included in your list of cheap hotels in Venice to consider and for a few days stay, it is tolerable and pleasant and you wouldn’t go wrong in making this choice in Venice hotels.

The cost of staying for a single night at Al Piccolo Hotel is pretty decent by Venetian standards and will cost you about $90 for a single room for a one night stay. You will find that for cheap hotels Venice, prices will vary depending on which season you are travelleing. Hotel Al Piccolo does have a comprehensive website where bookings can be made, you can check online for their prices at their website and compare with other hotel booking web sites.

The Sandra Hotel Bed and Breakfast Inn

With increased tourism to Venice, the prices for hotels in Venice still remains high.  However, it is still possible to find discount accommodation in Venice, the city on the waters, La Serenissima, as Venice is known.  Whether it be hostels, bed and breakfast places, 1, 2 or 3 star hotels, you can still find Venice cheap hotels.  Although you will not be staying in the finest of luxury and you probably can’t get 24 hour room service, discount lodging can still be found.

These type of hotels are usually family owned and you will get to know the people of Venice and they will tell you all the great deals to be had at local bars, restaurants, sights you shouldn’t miss probably better than any guidebook on the city of Venice.
For instance, Bed and Breakfast hotels where you lodge in apartments in private homes can offer you a wonderful perspective of Venice.  Prices range from 140 euros per room and breakfast.  For this price you will usually get a beautiful room with bathroom.  These discount accommodations usually book up fast so you should reserve your room in advance of when you will be arriving in Venice.  Many of these places have websites. Also prices differ between the low and the high season.  The peak season is from May – June and September – October.

Casa Baseggio Bed and Breakfast Inn

A few bed and breakfasts worth mentioning are the Casa Besaggio, opened in 2008, located near the famous Madonna del Orto church.  Breakfasts are served on the terrace during the warmer months.
Another bed and breakfast is the Hotel Sandra, known as one of the best in Venice.  It is situated on the Cannaregio 2452 in Venice.  When you are a guest at this B&B, you will be treated as family.  The Sandra Hotel is located in the historic center of Venice, the Jewish Ghetto, the market, wine bars, the Rialto Bridge, Fondamenta della Misericordia and the Church of Madonna dell’Orto where you will find the frescos of Tintoretto.  Also nearby is the Venice Casino.  A double room for two people is from 85 to 110 euros per night for two guests.   Supper is served on the terrace.  The house has central airconditioning and your stay will be quiet.

La Terraza B & B, Venice

La Terrazza Bed and Breakfast offers beautifully designed rooms from 140 Euro to 200 euro per night, per room.  Located at Dorsoduro 3668 Venezia Veneto in the heart of Venice facing the Campo S. Margherita, a trendy area in Venice full of cafes and markets.  The rooms on two floors of this home have terrazzo floors and each room is very elegantly furnished.  In the spring and summer, breakfast is served on the roof terrace.  Quite lovely.

There are cheap hotels in Venice that are less expensive than the bed and breakfast hotels.  Bed and Breakfast hotels in Venice are another option besides 1 – 3 star hotels and hostels to consider in your search for cheap hotels in Venice for your holiday.  Just remember to book early.  And get ready for your vacation in La Serenissima, the most charming city of Venice.