Venice, one of the most romantic cities in Italy, is a vacation destination you’ll never forget. The romantic gondola rides, spectacular architecture, and captivating historic attractions you encounter will only endear you to the city – making you want to stay longer than you had originally planned.

For the perfect vacation atmosphere you’ll need to choose a Venice hotel that makes you feel as welcome and special as every other place you visit. Before you book your stay, check out some of these popular Venice hotels.

7. La Meridiana Hotel Venice

La Meridiana Hotel Venice was originally sits in a building that was constructed in the 1930’s and was later completely restored. The hotel, boasting a mere 33 rooms, has a private beach, a beautiful garden where breakfast is served during the summer months, and plenty of spacious public accommodations.

La Meridiana offers five different room options, including: single, double standard, double deluxe, tripe, and a family room with four beds to accommodate traveling families. Each room has a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a television.

6. Ducale Hotel Venice

In the Mestre section of the city you’ll find the Ducale Hotel Venice. The hotel is in a prime section of the city, positioning it only miles from the New Venice Casion, Roma Square and a number of other incredible mainland attractions.

The hotel isn’t as central to the main city of Venice as some travelers might like, but the rates are reasonable and the service is pleasant and accommodating. Visitors can easily reach Venice by bus or train after enjoying a delicious buffet breakfast at the hotel.

5. Alexander Hotel Venice

The four-star Alexander Hotel Venice is one of the most modern hotels in Mestre. Located in the bustling business district, the hotel is the perfect place for international travelers visiting on official business.

The small hotel features only 60 rooms, each of which is fully stocked with the modern amenities you’ve come to expect in almost any hotel. The bus ride to Venice proper is only 10 minutes and the city can also be reach by train via the Venice-Mestre Train Station.

4. Carlton & Grand Canal Hotel Venice

In Saint Lucia Station you’ll find the Carlton & Grand Canal Hotel Venice. The hotel has over 100 windows looking out over Venice’s Grand Canal. The romantic waterway sparkles with the reflections of the city’s magnificent buildings, churches, and bridges.

Aside from having a superb location, the Carlton & Grand Canal Hotel Venice offers excellent service and a spectacular restaurant. All of the rooms were completely renovated back in 2001 and are complete with some of the finest modern amenities available (including air conditioning).

3. Palazzo Stern Hotel Venice

The Palazzo Stern Hotel Venice is another incredible hotel located right on the Grand Canal. Sit on your beautiful terrace or venture to the Flat Roof where you can sit in the Jacuzzi and marvel at the beauty that is the city of Venice.

This upscale hotel has a number of different rooms available to accommodate single travelers, couples, and small families or groups. Your room will be decorated in classic Venetian style, including stunning wall tapestries, Murano glass vases, and oriental carpets. Prepare to be amazed.

2. Best Western Bologna Hotel Venice

Another Mestre hotel, the Best Western Bologna Hotel Venice has 114 fully refurbished rooms with air conditioning, satellite television, and an attentive staff rivaled by few other hotels. Because you won’t be in the city of Venice itself you’ll be able to drive a car, though you’ll have to take a bus or train to get into the city itself.

Hotel Bologna will put you in line to visit some incredibly interesting tourist attractions. These include the cities or art, the Veneto villas, and the waterways of Treviso. The hotel is perfect for both couples and families.

1. Concordia Hotel Venice

The elegant Concordia Hotel Venice is the only hotel in the city that overlooks St. Mark’s Cathedral and Square. The family run hotel is owned by the Beggiato family – an attentive group of people that have been tenderly overseeing operations and tending to customers for the past 30 years.

Amenities inside the hotel give visitors a classic feel while maintaining a sense of modernity. The 18^th century Venetian décor boasts wooden sculptures, beautiful Murano glass, and soft light filters that make your room feel comforting and inviting no matter what the time of day.

Your trip to Venice will be a captivating experience. Book your stay in a comfortable and well-known hotel and you won’t have to worry about anything other than what tourist attraction you want to visit next!