ALBERGO BASILEA, Venice

Albergo Basilea provides a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff who offer concierge service and local advice. The hotel has a shared lounge/TV area and vending machines for drinks and snacks. Daily housekeeping ensures rooms are cleaned each morning, and safety deposit boxes are available at the reception.

Room options include Triple Rooms overlooking the Rio Marin canal, Double Rooms with a private external bathroom, and Economy Quadruple Rooms with a mezzanine for families. The Mezzanine Duplex Quadruple Room offers two levels with a small desk and comfortable beds. Economy Double and Single rooms provide budget-friendly choices, all with good air conditioning and antique-style furnishings.

The hotel sits directly on the scenic Rio Marin Canal, a 5-minute walk from Santa Lucia Train Station and the Grand Canal. Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square are reachable within 10-15 minutes on foot through Venice's alleyways. Campo San Giacomo dell'Orio, local restaurants, souvenir shops, and a supermarket are all within a 2-minute walk.

Families with children can book the Economy Quadruple Room or the Mezzanine Duplex Quadruple Room, which includes a separate sleeping area for kids. The hotel stores luggage after checkout, allowing families to explore without bags. Staff help carry heavy suitcases up the stairs, as there is no elevator.

The hotel offers 24-hour security with fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and security alarms throughout the building. Guests can use the shared lounge/TV area to relax or plan their day using the free tourist maps provided. Access to public water buses and the people mover is a short walk away, making travel to Marco Polo Airport straightforward.

Location: On Rio Marin Canal, 5 min from Santa Lucia Station

Rooms: Canal-view Triple Rooms and mezzanine family rooms

Services: 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, luggage storage

Nearby: 10 min walk to Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square

Budget: Economy double and single rooms with antique decor