Hotels in Venice, Italy
Leonardo Royal Hotel Venice Mestre
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Venice
A spellbinding combination of ancient waterways, awesome architecture and world-class art makes Venice unique. The ‘city of bridges’ encompasses more than 100 small islands clustered within a lagoon in Italy’s Adriatic Sea, and its warren of canals and back streets are charming. Daily life in Venice revolves around the Grand Canal and St Mark’s Square, gradually spreading out into a labyrinth of meandering alleyways. Such is the city’s compact size that central Venice hotels can be tricky to find. Leonardo Royal Hotel Venice Mestre is ideally located right next to the railway station, making arrivals and departures completely stress-free. It's the perfect base for exploring Venice, as well as nearby cities.
Get your bearings
Trips to Venice always involve travelling by water. Jump on a ‘vaporetto’ ferry across the Grand Canal by day or night and sit upfront to marvel at the exquisite waterside palazzos. Especially beautiful is Ca’ Rezzonico, a Baroque mansion with intricately painted ceilings. Crossing the Grand Canal is the Rialto Bridge, home to early morning shopping markets, and the quieter Giudecca canal is the perfect destination for a sunset spritz. St Mark’s Square is also best visited at dusk or dawn, allowing you to appreciate the towering Campanile, the Gothic splendour of the Doge’s Palace, and the glorious gold exterior of St Mark’s Basilica.
Don’t miss
In Venice, art is everywhere. The university district of Dorsoduro and the Punta della Dogana showcase Venice’s contemporary art scene, and every May to November the world-famous Biennale celebrates avant-garde art and architecture. For the biggest names in modern art, including work by Jackson Pollock, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí, head to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and for an appreciation of Venetian art, see paintings by Canaletto and Titian at the impressive Galleria dell’Accademia.
While you’re there
Pop into a Venetian ‘bacari’ bar for drinks and tapas-style ‘cicchetti’, and finish your Venice vacation with a visit to La Fenice. Verdi premiered Rigoletto and La Traviata at this 18th-century institution, and Stravinsky and Prokofiev composed here. If you’re unable to attend an opera, tour the theatre with an audio guide instead.
A spellbinding combination of ancient waterways, awesome architecture and world-class art makes Venice unique. The ‘city of bridges’ encompasses more than 100 small islands clustered within a lagoon in Italy’s Adriatic Sea, and its warren of canals and back streets are charming. Daily life in Venice revolves around the Grand Canal and St Mark’s Square, gradually spreading out into a labyrinth of meandering alleyways. Such is the city’s compact size that central Venice hotels can be tricky to find. Leonardo Royal Hotel Venice Mestre is ideally located right next to the railway station, making arrivals and departures completely stress-free. It's the perfect base for exploring Venice, as well as nearby cities.
Get your bearings
Trips to Venice always involve travelling by water. Jump on a ‘vaporetto’ ferry across the Grand Canal by day or night and sit upfront to marvel at the exquisite waterside palazzos. Especially beautiful is Ca’ Rezzonico, a Baroque mansion with intricately painted ceilings. Crossing the Grand Canal is the Rialto Bridge, home to early morning shopping markets, and the quieter Giudecca canal is the perfect destination for a sunset spritz. St Mark’s Square is also best visited at dusk or dawn, allowing you to appreciate the towering Campanile, the Gothic splendour of the Doge’s Palace, and the glorious gold exterior of St Mark’s Basilica.
Don’t miss
In Venice, art is everywhere. The university district of Dorsoduro and the Punta della Dogana showcase Venice’s contemporary art scene, and every May to November the world-famous Biennale celebrates avant-garde art and architecture. For the biggest names in modern art, including work by Jackson Pollock, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí, head to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and for an appreciation of Venetian art, see paintings by Canaletto and Titian at the impressive Galleria dell’Accademia.
While you’re there
Pop into a Venetian ‘bacari’ bar for drinks and tapas-style ‘cicchetti’, and finish your Venice vacation with a visit to La Fenice. Verdi premiered Rigoletto and La Traviata at this 18th-century institution, and Stravinsky and Prokofiev composed here. If you’re unable to attend an opera, tour the theatre with an audio guide instead.
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About the City
Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, built on water and filled with history, art, and romance. From gondola rides to centuries-old palaces, it’s a destination unlike any other.
The city is best known for St Mark’s Square, the Grand Canal, Doge’s Palace, and its iconic gondolas. It’s also famous for events like the Venice Carnival and the Biennale Art Exhibition.
The best months are April–June and September–October, when the weather is pleasant and crowds are smaller. Winter is peaceful and ideal for romantic stays.
Staying in Mestre offers more affordable hotel options, easier parking and road access, and just a short train or bus ride into historic Venice.
Staying in Mestre — just 10 minutes from the island by train — offers excellent value, modern hotels, and easier parking. Leonardo Royal Hotel Venice Mestre is a popular choice for guests who want comfort and quick access to Venice’s historic centre.
Mestre is only about 10–15 minutes by train or bus from Venice Santa Lucia station, with frequent daily connections.
Don’t miss St Mark’s Basilica, the Rialto Bridge, Murano and Burano islands, and the Bridge of Sighs.
Yes. The Venice Carnival (February) fills the city with masks and parades, while the Venice Biennale showcases global art, and the Venice Film Festival draws international stars in late summer.
Try sarde in saor (sweet and sour sardines), risotto al nero di seppia (squid ink risotto), and tiramisu, which was invented in nearby Treviso. Seafood and cicchetti (Venetian tapas) are a must.
Yes. They’re an iconic Venice experience — ideal for seeing the city from the canals. Expect around 80–100 EUR for 30 minutes.
Spring (April–June) and early autumn (September–October) are ideal: milder weather, fewer crowds, and easier hotel availability. Winter offers special ambience but also higher floods (acqua alta).
Leonardo Royal Hotel Venice Mestre is just a short train or bus ride away from Venice’s city centre (≈ 10–15 minutes) thanks to Mestre station nearby.
Leonardo Hotels in the City
The hotel is in Mestre, just a few minutes’ walk from the train station and about 10 minutes by train from central Venice.
Yes. The hotel is steps away from Mestre Railway Station, offering quick and easy connections to Venice and other Italian cities.
Definitely. It’s perfect for visitors who want modern comfort, space, and fast access to Venice’s historic sights without the crowds.
Yes. The hotel is about 15–20 minutes by taxi or bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport.
Yes. Mestre’s city centre, with cafés, shops, and restaurants, is within walking distance.
Hotel Features & Services
Yes. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and soundproofed for maximum comfort.
Yes. The hotel has a modern restaurant serving Italian and international cuisine, plus a stylish bar and lounge for drinks and snacks.
Yes. Guests enjoy a daily breakfast buffet with hot dishes, pastries, and fresh fruit.
Yes. A fitness area with modern equipment is available for guests.
Yes. The hotel includes meeting rooms equipped with AV technology for business or private events.
Yes. The hotel provides accessible rooms and facilities for guests with reduced mobility.
Yes. Family and connecting rooms are available upon request.
Yes. Guests enjoy free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Absolutely. With its contemporary design, spa-like comfort, and excellent location, it’s ideal for business travellers, couples, and families alike.
Yes. Small pets are welcome on request (fees may apply).
