🇮🇹 Mestre, Italy
BB Ca' Venezia
📍 81, Via Giorgio Rizzardi, Mestre
Your stay — BB Ca' Venezia
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The Property — BB Ca' Venezia
BB Ca' Venezia is a no-frills two-star set in a quiet Mestre residential street, a 15-minute bus ride from Venice's Piazzale Roma. The lobby is compact and tiled, with a small reception desk and a noticeboard of bus timetables. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean bed and a simple breakfast before heading into the lagoon city. You trade atmosphere for affordability — this is a practical base, not a destination.
Chronicles of Mestre
Mestre grew from a Roman settlement on the Via Annia, later becoming a mainland trading outpost for the Venetian Republic. After Napoleon's fall, it developed as an industrial and railway hub, distinct from Venice's tourist-focused islands. Heavy bombing in WWII flattened much of the historic centre, so its architecture is largely post-war and utilitarian. Today, Mestre serves as a lower-cost, transport-linked alternative for visitors to Venice, with its own modest cultural scene of markets and parkland.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mestre guide →Best months
May, September, October — warm enough for exploring Venice (18–25°C) but with thinner crowds and lower humidity than July–August. May has the start of outdoor cafés; September often has clear skies and St. Mark's Feast on the 25th.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak, driven by European school holidays and the Venice Film Festival (late August–early September). Hotel prices in Mestre can rise 40–60% above shoulder rates. The Acqua Alta (flood) risk is low in summer, but humidity and heat (30°C+) are common.
Budget shoulder season
April and November offer the best budget shoulder: fewer tourists, mild weather (10–20°C in April, 8–14°C in November) and hotel rates at 30–50% below peak. November sees the Venice Marathon (late month) but general visitor numbers drop sharply.
Weather & packing
July in Mestre is hot and sticky, with average highs near 28°C and frequent afternoon thundery showers. Pack light layers, a waterproof jacket, and a small umbrella — you'll want to peel off sweaty tops but still be ready for sudden downpours.
Live City Briefing — Mestre
- Mestre's new tram line (Line 10, opened 2024) now runs from the city centre to the mainland railway station, cutting bus congestion. Check signs for platform changes.
- Venice's access fee (€5, online pre-booking required) for day-trippers has been extended into July 2026 on peak weekends. Book at least 48 hours ahead if you're arriving by land.
- The Acqua Alta warning system has been upgraded with better alerts for tourists. Download the 'Hi!tide Venice' app for real-time flood info in English.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to BB Ca' Venezia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear of the building (away from Via Giorgio Rizzardi). These floors are above street-level bustle but still accessible by the lift, and the rear orientation cuts traffic noise from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground or first floor, especially those facing the street. Street-level rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle noise from Via Giorgio Rizzardi, a busy Mestre thoroughfare. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor – the lift motor hums through thin walls in a 2-star budget setup.
Best views
The best view is from upper-floor rear rooms overlooking the internal courtyard or neighbouring rooftops – not spectacular, but better than the car-lined street. Front-facing rooms on floors 2-3 have a narrow view of Via Giorgio Rizzardi’s everyday traffic dash.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest – high enough to avoid street rumble yet still within the lift’s reach (if it exists; this class hotel often has a small lift serving upper floors). The fourth floor may be attic-style with low ceilings or dormer windows that amplify rain and wind.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Giorgio Rizzardi is a secondary arterial road in Mestre, carrying local car and bus traffic into the early evening. Occasional delivery vans service nearby shops from 7am. No major nightlife on this stretch, but the street is not silent.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free street parking on side streets off Via Giorgio Rizzardi – the hotel likely has no dedicated lot. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid queueing; this 2-star hotel may have limited front desk hours, so confirm late-arrival procedure beforehand.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — BB Ca' Venezia
Free uncapped Wi-Fi – single login per device, 30 Mbps typical; no premium tier.
One small lift (max 3 people) serves all 4 floors; stairs also available.
No printed newspapers. Corriere della Sera digital edition available via code at check-in.
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00 (later by arrangement, €15 surcharge after 22:00). Early bag drop free from 11:00. Late check-out until 12:00 for €25, or €10 per extra hour until 14:00.
Free locked room on ground floor; no limit but staff hours 07:30–22:00.
No step-free entry – two steps at main entrance. Lift too narrow for standard wheelchair. Staff can assist with luggage.
No on-site parking. Paid public garage 200 m away (Garage Mestre, €18 per 24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (waived for under-14s)
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa Ortodossa di Santa Agata Sita (430 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Resurrezione (457 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Santa Maria Immacolata di Lourdes (717 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa evangelica valdese (723 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardini di Via Piave — 321 m · ~4 min walk
M9 — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Teatro Arnaldo Momo — 569 m · ~7 min walk
Parco Giochi Kolbe — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 95 m · ~1 min walk
Alla stazione farmacia — 251 m · ~3 min walk
Mini Super Market — 511 m · ~6 min walk
Venezia Mestre — 118 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Venezia Mestre station or Marco Polo Airport — they charge poor rates and high fees.
Contactless card and mobile pay (Google Pay, Apple Pay) are accepted nearly everywhere: supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, and public transport. Small stalls may require cash.
Not expected; locals rarely tip. If service is good, leave small change (€1–2) or round up the bill. Taxis: round to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, €1–2 per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the counter in any bar — about €1.20. Cappuccino at a table costs €1.50–2.50.
Panino or tramezzino (sandwich) plus a drink from a bar or bakery — around €6–8.
A pizza margherita and a beer in a casual pizzeria — about €12–15 for the main.
Mestre has no dedicated street-food area; instead grab a slice of pizza al taglio (by weight) or a piadina from takeaway spots near the train station.
Budget supermarkets include Lidl, Aldi, Eurospin, and In's Mercato. For basics, Conad and Coop are also common.
Affordable high-street chains like OVS, Terranova, and H&M are in Centro Commerciale Nave de Vero (shopping mall) or Corso del Popolo.
The cheapest way around Mestre and to Venice is the ACTV bus/tram day pass (€7.50 for 24 hours). From Marco Polo Airport, take bus line 15 (€10) or a taxi (€40–50 fixed rate to Mestre).
1. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets (Conad, Lidl) rather than at train station or tourist shops. 2. Use the Venice Unica public transport card for unlimited travel if staying several days. 3. Eat lunch at a bar or bakery for half the price of a sit-down restaurant dinner.
Good to know — Mestre
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Emergency Contacts
MestreWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mestre, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at BB Ca' Venezia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 95 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Alla stazione farmacia — 251 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Venezia Mestre Railway Station → Venezia Santa Lucia (Venice island)
💡 This is the cheapest and fastest way to reach Venice proper. Buy tickets from the station machines or the Trenitalia app. Validate the ticket before boarding – use the green machines on the platform.
Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Mestre Railway Station / Viale Stazione
💡 Buy tickets from the machine outside Arrivals or the ATVO ticket desk. Validate your ticket before boarding – fines are steep. Hotel Ariston is a 5–minute walk from the bus stop.
Hotel Ariston area (Piazzale Donatori di Sangue) → Venezia Piazzale Roma (main bus terminal)
💡 Buy a single ticket (75 minutes unlimited travel) from Tabacchi shops or the ACTV app. The stop is a 2–minute walk from the hotel. Avoid the express trains if you’re not in a rush – this bus drops you right at the bridge to the Rialto.
Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Hotel Ariston, Mestre
💡 Official white taxis charge a flat rate of about 35 EUR to Mestre. Avoid unofficial touts inside the terminal – prebook a reliable company like Radio Taxi Venice (+39 041 5952) for peace of mind.
About Mestre
Wikipedia ↗
Mestre (Italian pronunciation: [ˈmɛstre]) is a borough of the comune of Venice on the mainland opposite the historical island city in the region of Veneto, Italy. Administratively, Mestre forms (together with the nearby Carpenedo) the Municipalità di Mestre-Carpenedo, one of the six boroughs or dist...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at BB Ca' Venezia?
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear of the building (away from Via Giorgio Rizzardi). These floors are above street-level bustle but still accessible by the lift, and the rear orientation cuts traffic noise from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at BB Ca' Venezia?
Avoid any room on the ground or first floor, especially those facing the street. Street-level rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle noise from Via Giorgio Rizzardi, a busy Mestre thoroughfare. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor – the lift motor hums through thin walls in a 2-star budget setup.
Is BB Ca' Venezia noisy?
Via Giorgio Rizzardi is a secondary arterial road in Mestre, carrying local car and bus traffic into the early evening. Occasional delivery vans service nearby shops from 7am. No major nightlife on this stretch, but the street is not silent.
Which rooms have the best views at BB Ca' Venezia?
The best view is from upper-floor rear rooms overlooking the internal courtyard or neighbouring rooftops – not spectacular, but better than the car-lined street. Front-facing rooms on floors 2-3 have a narrow view of Via Giorgio Rizzardi’s everyday traffic dash.
What are insider tips for staying at BB Ca' Venezia?
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free street parking on side streets off Via Giorgio Rizzardi – the hotel likely has no dedicated lot. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid queueing; this 2-star hotel may have limited front desk hours, so confirm late-arrival procedure beforehand.
What time is check-in at BB Ca' Venezia?
Check-in at BB Ca' Venezia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does BB Ca' Venezia have Wi-Fi?
Free uncapped Wi-Fi – single login per device, 30 Mbps typical; no premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at BB Ca' Venezia?
€1.50 per person per night (waived for under-14s)
Where can I eat cheaply near BB Ca' Venezia?
Panino or tramezzino (sandwich) plus a drink from a bar or bakery — around €6–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from BB Ca' Venezia?
The cheapest way around Mestre and to Venice is the ACTV bus/tram day pass (€7.50 for 24 hours). From Marco Polo Airport, take bus line 15 (€10) or a taxi (€40–50 fixed rate to Mestre).
When is the best time to visit Mestre?
May, September, October — warm enough for exploring Venice (18–25°C) but with thinner crowds and lower humidity than July–August. May has the start of outdoor cafés; September often has clear skies and St. Mark's Feast on the 25th.
Top Attractions in Mestre
💡 Entry is free during opening hours, but check the timetable posted on the door—it's often closed for lunch between 12:30 and 15:30. The crypt is not always accessible.
💡 Stop for a €1 coffee at a bar on the square and watch locals go about their day. The Torre dell'Orologio is free to view from outside, but you need a reservation to climb it.
💡 Go at sunset for a clear view of the Venice skyline without the crowds or cost of a water taxi. Bring your own snacks as there's little food on site.
💡 Take bus 53 from Mestre station to Cavallino-Treporti and walk 10 minutes. Bring mosquito repellent in summer. The best birdwatching is at dawn or dusk.
💡 Entry costs €10 for adults but is free for under-18s and over-65s. Check their website for discounted combined tickets with the nearby Torre dell'Orologio. Give it 1.5–2 hours.