Hotel Ateneo

5 min walk to San Marco Square. Upon arriving Venice, per Google advice I took water bus from S Lucia train station to Rialto, then walked for 10 min to the hotel. Upon leaving as the staff told me I took water bus at San Marco (Vallaresso) SX station to train station, the boat journey was longer but the walking was easier. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby. Staff are professional and helpful. Breakfast buffet provides basic and limited choices but good enough. Could fuel up before going out and exploring the city.

An average hotel!

The hotel is in a quiet location tucked away near a theatre and only approximately 6 to 8 minutes walk from San Marco square. Some lovely restaurants locally to the hotel. The hotel itself is small, very Venice and elaborate decor which is the norm. The decor does look a little tired, however, it more than makes up for that by the friendliness of the staff. They are all very helpful. I unfortunately had a bad back whilst I was there and every time I returned to hotel from being out, they had ice packs ready for me. The staff were kind and thoughtful. I travelled with a friend so we had a twin room but not much space between them. The room was clean with tea coffee facilities, fridge, safe. The bathroom is small with a lovely shower not quite a power shower but it was good pressure and plenty of hot water. Breakfast is continental but a nice range of cake, croissants, biscuits, yoghurt, cereal and some fruit with ham, cheese. Coffee machines. I had a very early departure and they didn’t offer a breakfast before 7.30am so bear that in mind. Overall the question is would I stay again - yes I would definitely.