Hotel Marte

Very comfy hotel in an excellent situation - only 10 minutes walk from the station in one direction and the St Marcuola vaporetto stop in the other [Lines 1 & 2] and 5 from the Guglie vaporetto and alilaguna stop. [lines 4 & 5] Modern and clean, and very quiet considering its situation, surrounded by bars and restaurants. Small problem that the lift only starts at the first floor not ground floor level. Otherwise no complaints.

Very centrally located. On a bridge - at a Vaparetto stop, also Alliguana stop for boats from airport. 10 minute walk to train station - no bridges on the walk to the train. Lots of great restaurants near. Lots of shops. Very walkable. 18 minute walk to Rialto. Able to accommodate family of 3 with a triple room.

It was with a bit of trepidation that we turned up at Hotel Marte having read a few of the reviews from earlier years. We need not have worried as we were very comfortable here. It was easy to find and only a few blocks from the station. The main door is directly onto the front of the street - it looks pretty ordinary - and we were buzzed in by reception. In the lobby you are faced with about 15 carpeted stairs to reach the reception desk which is a bit of a challenge but we made it ok and the staff are certainly willing to help if asked. There is a properly installed stair lift for wheelchair bound guests. Check in was easy. We found that our room did not have a kettle but as soon as I mentioned this the receptionist brought us a tray with kettle, cups and spoons to keep in our room for the duration. The room was clean and looked quite luxurious. The bed was huge and comfortable and there was room to slide suitcases beneath it. There were separate chairs and a small table to sit at so we did not have to lounge on the bed the whole time. The hotel serves breakfast but to be honest it's a bit pricey for what you get (Coffee/tea, fruit, cereal and pastries). There are lots of cafes nearby to get a cappuccino and breakfast instead. We chose not to go on the Ferrovia boats and everywhere was within a decent walk, but there is a Ferrovia stop on the water just opposite the hotel. One tip you might find useful is that half way between the station and the hotel, and again from the hotel just beyond the Ponte Guglie there are Despar supermarkets well stocked with super produce if you fancy buying your own breakfast/lunch/supper.

Staff are nice. Close to station.