Nestled on the hills just outside the city and only a 10-min drive from the centre.

Huge, gloriously traditional rooms housed in a 17th-century manor house (surrounded by idyllic parklike grounds, of course).

Mere minutes from the train station and steps from the bus stop, which makes coming and going a breeze.

Convenient spot just a few minutes from the historic heart and 10-min drive to the Vicentina Trade Fair area.

No need to even cross water to get to the historic Rialto Bridge, and just a quick single canal-hop to St. Mark's.

Lobby is airy and open, with all-white seating and palmy plants. Crisp rooms (also done up in whites), rock wood floors and free WiFi.

Tucked away in the Dorsoduro district – the ‘real’ Venice, full of shops, restos and artisan boutiques – plus the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

Exquisite Venetian-style accents in these 17th-century digs ups the elegance ante.

Sophisticated hotel ideally situated steps from the railway station, getting you to the ancient city within minutes.

Near busses, planes, trains and automobiles (right off the A14) for easy all-mode access.

Mere steps away from the historical sights and shops. Your bag-carrying arms will be ever so grateful.

A 10-minute bus or shuttle ride to the historic centre. Your gondolier will take it from there.

Former home of nobility, transformed to a hotel back in 1945 and flourishing in its new identity ever since. (5-min walk to the historic centre!)

Just built, and you can almost still catch a whiff of that new-car smell.

Generous size and modern furnishings so rooms live like home, only with housekeeping.