In a nutshell
- At first, hotels in Venice might seem pricey. But there are better options! We’ll show you where to stay in Venice for cheap without missing out.
- Venice is lovely even in the low season. Hotels in the center cost much less then, like the Il Pozzo Magico.
- Visiting in the high season? Here’s a tip: book a private room in a hostel. A great option is the Combo Venezia.
- For even better value, stay in Mestre. A great choice for one of the best affordable hotels in Venice is the Campanile.
How to Find the Best Cheap Hotels in Venice
Think it’s impossible to visit Venice on a budget? It’s actually not.
Here are a few simple tips to help you save money. Let’s go!
How much do cheap hotels in Venice, Italy cost?
In Venice, “cheap” usually means between 100 and 200 euros per night — depending on how close you want to be to the center.
It’s even cheaper during the off-season. If you visit in November, you might find rooms for under 100 euros.
Affordable hotels in the low season
We’ve only ever visited Venice in the off-season.
That’s from November to February, excluding Carnival week. Not every day is sunny, but Venice is still beautiful, even with clouds. And way less crowded!
Hotel prices are lower then — sometimes you’ll pay just half the usual price for a place in the center.
Cheap hotels in Venice during the week
Most travelers visit Venice from Friday to Sunday, which is when hotel prices are at their peak.
But if you stay Monday to Wednesday, for example, hotels are often much cheaper — even in high season.
Cheap hotels in Venice in high season: is it possible?
Yes, with a few trade-offs, you can still find a cheap hotel in May or June.
Try a private room in a hostel, or stay a bit further from the main attractions.
You can always take the water bus to reach the sights:
Where to Stay in Venice for Cheap: Our Hotel Tips
We’ve listed all the affordable Venice hotels mentioned in this article in this table:
| Old Town | |
| Pozzo Magico | Central and modern, no breakfast, but cheaper than other central hotels |
| Residenza Ca' San Marco | Baroque style, only small breakfast, but good location |
| Hotel Tiziano | Very elegant, top price-performance ratio from November to March |
| Even cheaper: hostels with private rooms | |
| Combo Venice | Above-average hostel in industrial design |
| Ostello S. Fosca | A little old-fashioned, but beautiful garden and close to the highlights |
| Foresteria Valdese | Very simple furnishings, but good prices |
| Mestre | |
| Campanile | Spacious, modern rooms, right next to Mestre train station |
| Hotel Bologna | 4-star hotel, much cheaper than 4 stars in the old town |
| Villa Costanza | Sustainable hotel, great prices, own parking lot |
| Lido | |
| Hotel Panorama | Directly on the water bus, under 100 euros in fall and winter |
| Villa Contarini | Owner-managed bed & breakfast between the beach and the water bus station |
| Hotel Rigel | Not far from the water bus station, very good prices in the low season |
Best Areas to Stay in Venice for Cheap
This map shows you the parts of Venice where you can find budget-friendly places to stay. Yes — even in the old town!
Cheap Hotels in the City Center of Venice
During the high season — March to October — hotels in the heart of Venice (Old Town) are usually pricey. You’ll rarely find a nice double room for under 250 euros per night.
Still, there are some good-value options. These hotels are centrally located but more affordable than most:
Il Pozzo Magico
This small guesthouse is in a very central location — just a short walk from the water bus stop with a direct line to the airport.
It offers great value, especially in the low season. But even in the summer, it’s still cheaper than many other hotels in the area.
The rooms are compact, but modern and stylish. Perfect if you want a comfy place to sleep while you’re out exploring Venice all day.
There’s no breakfast, but every room has a kettle and free coffee and tea. There’s also a café right across the street for breakfast.
Residenza Ca San Marco
At Ca’ San Marco, you’re right in the heart of it: the main Venice sights are just a short stroll away.
Back in the 18th century, the building was home to playwright Carlo Goldoni. The rooms match the setting with a Baroque look: patterned wallpaper, gilded furniture, and tall windows.
The furniture isn’t top-notch and breakfast is fairly basic, but for this location, the price is truly hard to beat.
Our tip: The junior suite doesn’t cost much more than the standard double and comes with a small balcony: gondolas pass right below!
Hotel Tiziano
With chandeliers, rich wallpaper, and golden yellow curtains, Hotel Tiziano feels almost luxurious.
But the room rates don’t match the upscale look—especially between November and March.
That’s because the hotel is located a bit outside the very center, in the Dorsoduro district. It’s still part of Venice’s old town though, and St. Mark’s Square is about a 20-minute walk away.
Even Cheaper: Private Rooms in a Hostel
Our top insider tip for budget stays in Venice is to book a private room in a hostel. These are usually a bit cheaper than the hotels mentioned above.
However, they’re very popular, so it’s best to book at least two months in advance.
Here are some centrally located hostels with private rooms:
Combo Venezia: Bright, modern rooms set in a former monastery. Twin rooms are the cheapest option, but doubles are also available.
Ostello S. Fosca: Also in a former monastery, located a bit closer to the main sights. No double-bed private rooms—only twins with separate beds.
Foresteria Valdese: Listed as a hostel on Booking, but more like a simple guesthouse with double and triple rooms.
Cheap Hotels in Mestre
Mestre is technically part of Venice but located on the mainland. It’s just about a 10-minute train ride across the railroad bridge to the city center. Venice’s two airports are also nearby, making it well connected.
At the same time, hotels in Mestre tend to be much cheaper, and you usually get more space and amenities, like larger rooms and available parking.
Campanile Mestre
Campanile is the perfect choice if you want to stay both comfortably and affordably.
It’s just a few minutes on foot from Mestre train station, where trains to Venice’s old town run every few minutes.
Rooms are bright, modern, and spacious. The breakfast buffet is excellent, and there’s a public parking lot right across the street.
Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna
The 4-star Hotel Bologna is a good option if you want a bit more comfort.
Prices here are higher than other Mestre hotels but still much lower than similar hotels in Venice’s center.
Rooms are large with extra-wide beds, and the hotel has a private parking lot.
It’s also right across from Mestre train station, so you can be in Venice’s old town within 10 minutes by train.
Villa Costanza
The Ecohotel Villa Costanza offers one of the best value stays in Mestre.
It features its own parking lot, spacious rooms, a generous breakfast buffet, and right behind the hotel is a bus stop with direct bus service to Venice’s city center.
This budget-friendly hotel takes sustainability seriously: it uses solar panels for electricity, all toiletries have environmental certifications, and the breakfast includes local organic products.
Cheap Hotels in Lido
Lido is Venice’s beach island, just about 15 minutes away by ferry from the old town.
Prices tend to be quite high during the summer, but you’ll find many affordable hotels in the off-season.
We’ve picked three good, affordable hotels that are especially close to the ferry terminal, so you can reach the old town quickly.
Hotel Panorama
As the name suggests, Hotel Panorama sits right across from the ferry terminal. This means you can hop on the ferry in no time, getting to St. Mark’s Square in about 15 minutes. Many rooms also offer a clear sea view thanks to the hotel’s waterfront location.
In the evenings, you can avoid the old town crowds by taking a relaxing walk along Lido’s beach.
During summer, the hotel is popular for beach vacations and prices rise. But in fall and winter, you can often find stylish rooms for less than 100 euros a night.
Villa Contarini
Villa Contarini is a classic Venetian manor house converted into a bed & breakfast. The owner, an art historian from Belgium, is always happy to share insider tips about Venice with guests.
From Villa Contarini, you can reach the Lido ferry terminal within minutes. The ferry ride to Venice’s old town takes about 15 minutes.
Albergo Rigel
If you appreciate the 1950s charm and want easy access between Venice’s old town and Lido beach, Hotel Rigel is a perfect choice.
The hotel is just a short walk from the ferry to the old town, and the beach is about 10 minutes away.
While prices rise during peak season, you can find great deals in the low season.
These were our tips for the best cheap hotels in Venice
Are you planning a trip to Venice and looking for budget-friendly hotels? Or have you stayed somewhere affordable and would recommend it? Leave us a comment!