Five minutes from
Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square

A hotel in the heart of Venice


Just a stone's throw from the Rialto Bridge, the Hotel Canaletto in Venice enjoys a secluded position, which guarantees you a relaxing and peaceful stay, away from the hustle and bustle of tourists and at the same time convenient for reaching St. Mark's Square and all the most important places in the city.


Hotel Canaletto is located in the heart of Venice, in the Castello district, on the border with San Marco. It is located in the lively and dynamic area of San Lio, well served by public transport thanks to the Rialto ferry stop, just a five-minute walk away.


You will be pleased to know that the Santa Lucia railway station, the Piazzale Roma car terminal and the Tronchetto car park are also easily reached by vaporetto from the Rialto stop, along the Grand Canal, admiring the wonderful buildings along the way.

The surroundings


Staying at the Hotel Canaletto offers various advantages. One of these is being situated in the most fascinating part of Venice, near the Rialto and St Mark’s Square, alongside charming lesser known calli, campi and campielli that will surprise you with their romantic and charming character.


BACARI

In the immediate surroundings of the hotel, you will find the typical Venetian taverns – the bacari – where you can indulge in the pleasures of delicious food and the virtues of good wine.

HOW TO REACH US

  • By car

    From the car terminal in Piazzale Roma


    Parking: Garage Comunale ("City Parking Garage") or Garage San Marco (approx. €45.00 per day).

    Hotel Canaletto has made special arrangements; please ask for the discount at check-in.


    Vaporetto Line 2 (ACTV) up to Rialto / 15 minutes (one way €9.50 / 24-hour ticket €25.00 / 48-hour ticket €35.00 per person, including one piece of luggage).


    Get off at the RIALTO stop and ask for SALIZZADA SAN LIO, which is a main road. In the middle of which, on the right, you will find a portico with a sign for HOTEL CANALETTO (a total of 5 minutes' walk from Rialto). 


    At the Rialto vaporetto (water bus) stop, you can find a luggage service (cost for two suitcases: approx. €25.00).


    Private water taxi to the Hotel / 15 minutes (price for up to 4 people approx. €80.00).

     

    From the Tronchetto car terminal

    Parking: Interparking Tronchetto(approx. €26.00 per day).

    Hotel Canaletto has made special arrangements; please ask for the discount at check-in.


    Vaporetto Line 2 (ACTV) up to Rialto / 20 minutes (one way €9.50 / 24-hour ticket €25.00 / 48-hour ticket €35.00 per person, including one piece of luggage).


    Get off at the RIALTO stop and ask for SALIZZADA SAN LIO, which is a main road. In the middle of which, on the right, you will find a portico with a sign for HOTEL CANALETTO (a total of 5 minutes' walk from Rialto). 


    At the Rialto vaporetto (water bus) stop, you can find a luggage service (cost for two suitcases: approx. €25.00).


    Private water taxi to the Hotel / 20 minutes (price for up to 4 people approx. €100.00).

  • By train

    From the Santa Lucia railway station


    Vaporetto Line 2 (ACTV) up to Rialto / 12 minutes (one way €9.50 / 24-hour ticket €25.00 / 48-hour ticket €35.00 per person, including one piece of luggage).

    Get off at the RIALTO stop and ask for SALIZZADA SAN LIO, which is a main road. In the middle of which, on the right, you will find a portico with a sign for HOTEL CANALETTO (a total of 5 minutes' walk from Rialto). 


    At the Rialto vaporetto (water bus) stop, you can find a luggage service (cost for two suitcases: approx. €25.00).


    Private water taxi to the Hotel / 15 minutes (price for up to 4 people approx. €80.00).

  • By plane

    From the Venice Marco Polo airport


    Alilaguna Orange Line Rialto shuttle stop / 1 hour (€15.00 per person).

    Get off at the RIALTO stop and ask for SALIZZADA SAN LIO, which is a main road. In the middle of which, on the right, you will find a portico with a sign for HOTEL CANALETTO (a total of 5 minutes' walk from Rialto). 


    At the Rialto vaporetto (water bus) stop, you can find a luggage service (cost for two suitcases: approx. €25.00).


    Public bus (ACTV line 5) or (ATVO) to PIAZZALE ROMA / approx. 20 minutes (€10.00 per person).


    From PIAZZALE ROMA: Vaporetto Line 2 (ACTV) to Rialto / 15 minutes (one way €9.50/24-hour ticket €25.00/ 48-hour ticket €35.00 per person, including one piece of luggage).


    Get off at the RIALTO stop and ask for SALIZZADA SAN LIO, which is a main road. In the middle of which, on the right, you will find a portico with a sign for HOTEL CANALETTO (a total of 5 minutes' walk from Rialto). 


    At the Rialto vaporetto (water bus) stop, you can find a luggage service (cost for two suitcases: approx. €25.00).


    Private water taxi to the Hotel / 30 minutes (price for up to 4 people approx. €160.00).


    From Treviso Antonio Canova airport


    ATVO shuttle to Venice – Piazzale Roma / 1 hour (€12.00 per person).


    Vaporetto Line 2 (ACTV) up to Rialto / 15 minutes (one way €9.50 / 24-hour ticket €25.00 / 48-hour ticket €35.00 per person, including one piece of luggage).


    Get off at the RIALTO stop and ask for SALIZZADA SAN LIO, which is a main road. In the middle of which, on the right, you will find a portico with a sign for HOTEL CANALETTO (a total of 5 minutes' walk from Rialto). 


    At the Rialto vaporetto (water bus) stop, you can find a luggage service (cost for two suitcases: approx. €25.00).


    Private water taxi to the Hotel / 15 minutes (price for up to 4 people approx. €80.00).

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about the location of Hotel Canaletto in Venice

  • In which area of Venice is Hotel Canaletto located?

    Hotel Canaletto is located in the heart of Venice's historic center, in the Castello district (Sestiere di Castello), just a few steps from St. Mark's Square, in a quiet yet central position. From here, you can easily walk to the city's main landmarks while staying away from the heaviest tourist traffic.

  • How far is the hotel from St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge?

    Hotel Canaletto is only a 5-minute walk from both St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, allowing you to easily visit Venice's iconic sights without taking public transport.

  • Which attractions can I reach on foot from Hotel Canaletto?

    Thanks to the hotel's privileged position, you can easily reach:


    • Rialto Bridge – 5 minutes
    • St. Mark's Square – 5 minutes
    • Bridge of Sighs – 5 minutes
    • Doge's Palace – 5 minutes
    • St. Mark's Basilica – 5 minutes
    • Numerous traditional wine bars (bacari), artisan shops, and boutiques along the historic alleys

    An ideal starting point to experience Venice on foot.

  • Is the hotel well-connected by public transport?

    Yes. Hotel Canaletto is just a 5-minute walk from the Rialto waterbus (vaporetto) stop, from which you can easily reach:


    • Santa Lucia Train Station
    • Piazzale Roma
    • Tronchetto parking area
    • Venice Marco Polo Airport (via Alilaguna water shuttle)
    • Treviso A. Canova Airport (via ATVO bus from Piazzale Roma)
    • The islands of the Venetian lagoon

    A practical solution for arriving at the hotel and getting around during your stay.

  • How do I reach Hotel Canaletto from the train station?

    From Santa Lucia Railway Station, simply take the ACTV Vaporetto Line 2 to the Rialto stop (approx. 12 minutes). From there, the hotel is just a 5-minute walk along Salizzada San Lio.


    Alternatively, you can reach the hotel via a private water taxi.

  • How do I reach the hotel from Venice and Treviso airports?

    Hotel Canaletto is easily accessible from both airports.


    From Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE):


    • Alilaguna Orange Line directly to Rialto
    • Bus to Piazzale Roma and then Vaporetto Line 2
    • Private water taxi

    From Treviso Airport (TSF):


    • ATVO shuttle bus to Piazzale Roma, then Vaporetto Line 2 to Rialto or private water taxi

    From Rialto, it is just a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

  • Are there restaurants and shops near Hotel Canaletto?

    Yes. Surrounding the hotel you will find everything that makes Venice authentic:


    • Typical Venetian bacari (wine bars)
    • Traditional restaurants
    • Wine shops (enoteche)
    • Historic artisan workshops
    • Boutiques and shopping venues
    • Charming alleys (calli) and small squares (campielli)

    An ideal location to experience the city off the beaten path.


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