ALBERGO SAN MARCO, Venice

Albergo San Marco - A restored 19th-century palace steps from St. Mark's Square with canal-view rooms and two restaurants

Located in a completely restored 19th-century palace, this 3-star Venice hotel sits just steps from St. Mark's Square and the Ponte dei Dai. Albergo San Marco houses 54 air-conditioned rooms decorated in Venetian style, some offering views over a typical canal or Venice rooftops. Each room features a flat-screen TV, minibar, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The property includes two restaurants - one serving Venetian specialties and another opening directly onto St. Mark's Square. A cocktail bar with an à la carte menu and a breakfast room serving a complimentary cold buffet complete the dining options. The San Marco's location in the historic center provides direct access to water taxi stops and vaporetto connections to Santa Lucia Station. Major attractions within walking distance include the Rialto Bridge (0.5 miles), Bridge of Sighs (0.3 miles), and the boutiques of Calle Larga XXII Marzo.

Pros

Two on-site restaurants, including one with direct access to St. Mark's Square

24-hour reception staff available for booking guided tours and transfers

Small dogs are welcome

Direct water shuttle service from Marco Polo Airport to San Marco/Giardinetti Reali

Cons

Some rooms face internal areas rather than canals or rooftops

The bustling central location can get crowded during peak tourist seasons