🇮🇹 Mestre, Italy
Hotel Martello
📍 P.le Mezzacapo, 3, 30175 Venezia VE, Italy
Your stay — Hotel Martello
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The Property — Hotel Martello
Hotel Martello is a no-frills 2-star in central Mestre, aimed squarely at budget travellers who need a clean bed and a shower before catching a train or bus into Venice. The lobby is small and functional, with a reception desk, a couple of armchairs, and a faint smell of breakfast toast. It suits solo backpackers or couples who plan to spend all day out and just want somewhere cheap to sleep. You don't come here for atmosphere; you come here for value and location.
Chronicles of Mestre
Mestre started as a Roman market town on the mainland opposite the Venetian lagoon. For centuries it lived in Venice's shadow, developing as a farming and industrial centre. After the fall of the Republic in 1797, it became part of the Austrian Empire before joining Italy in 1866. Today it's a busy transport hub and commuter city, with a modern, workaday feel and very few tourist sights of its own. Most visitors use it as a cheaper base for exploring Venice, a 10-minute train ride away.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mestre guide →Best months
May and September are ideal: warm but not stifling, with fewer tourists than the summer peak. October is also good, with milder temperatures and lower prices.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by school holidays and major events like the Venice Film Festival (late August) and the Regata Storica (first Sunday in September). Hotel prices in Mestre spike by 30–50%, and rooms sell out weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April, early June and late September offer the best balance: good weather, lower room rates, and noticeably lighter crowds. You'll find discounts of 15–30% compared to peak summer.
Weather & packing
Mestre's climate is humid subtropical, so summer days can feel heavy and sticky, with sudden thunderstorms. Pack a light rain jacket or an umbrella, and bring a pair of comfortable walking shoes for stone streets.
Live City Briefing — Mestre
- The Mestre–Venice tram line (Tram di Mestre) has resumed full service after maintenance in early 2026; it runs every 10 minutes from the hotel's main stop at Via Piave to Piazzale Roma in Venice.
- Construction on the new Mestre bypass (Tangenziale di Mestre) is ongoing, causing occasional traffic delays on the A4 motorway near the city; visitors arriving by car should allow extra time.
- The annual Festa del Redentore (late July) in Venice will draw additional crowds to Mestre as a cheaper accommodation option; book early if your stay coincides.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Martello, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor, as it's likely to be quieter due to being closer to the ground and having less chance of overhead noise from the second floor. Also, the lift serves all floors, so all rooms should be accessible via lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the second floor, as they are closer to the Piazzale Carlo Mezzacapo, a busy area that might generate street noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't offer any notable views, as it's situated in a busy area with surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
First floor
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some street noise from the nearby Piazzale Carlo Mezzacapo, especially on the second floor.
Insider tips
Consider using the public garage 'Garage Mestre' for parking, as it's close to the hotel and offers a 24-hour service. Be aware that there's no on-site parking, so plan ahead and factor in the €18-22 fee for parking in the nearby garage.
- 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 — Hotel Martello
free basic WiFi with 10 Mbps download speed, no login required; no premium tier available
one lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
no complimentary digital or physical newspapers; building is a 1950s modernist block with original terrazzo floors in lobby
check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 at reception; late check-out until 13:00 for €25, subject to availability
free luggage storage at reception on departure day; no secure locker room
step-free entrance from street via ramp; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms; narrow doorways in some standard rooms
no on-site parking; public garage 'Garage Mestre' 200m away, €18 per 24h (weekday), €22 (weekend); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night, payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment of first night required 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 ATMs (bancomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Venezia Mestre station and Marco Polo airport, which give poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, chain stores, and most restaurants; contactless (up to €50) common; small bars and market stalls often cash-only.
Not expected, but rounding up the bill or leaving 1–2 € for good service in restaurants is appreciated; taxis round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: 1–2 € for porters or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: about €1.00–1.20. Takeaway if available is usually the same price.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or pizzeria: €4–6 with a drink.
Main course (pasta) in a trattoria: €10–14.
Corso del Popolo and the station area have several pizza al taglio, kebab, and panino spots for quick cheap eats.
Conad, Lidl, and Eurospin are common budget supermarkets in Mestre; Conad is closest to Piazzale Mezzacapo.
Via Mestrina and Corso del Popolo have affordable chain stores (OVS, H&M) and the Nave de Vero shopping centre is 10 min by bus.
Single ACTV bus/tram ticket: €1.50 (75 min). Best value: 7-day tourist pass for €26. From Marco Polo airport: use ATVO bus (€10 single) or a multi-day ACTV pass covering the airport route.
Buy tram/bus tickets at tabacchi (tabacchinerie) to avoid surcharges on board. Drink standing at the bar counter, not at a table – that halves the coffee price. For day trips to Venice, avoid overpriced tourist cafes in Piazza San Marco; use a tramezzino bar in Mestre instead.
Good to know — Mestre
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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 Hotel Martello
🕒 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 Hotel Martello?
Request a room on the first floor, as it's likely to be quieter due to being closer to the ground and having less chance of overhead noise from the second floor. Also, the lift serves all floors, so all rooms should be accessible via lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Martello?
Avoid rooms on the second floor, as they are closer to the Piazzale Carlo Mezzacapo, a busy area that might generate street noise.
Is Hotel Martello noisy?
Guests may experience some street noise from the nearby Piazzale Carlo Mezzacapo, especially on the second floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Martello?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address doesn't offer any notable views, as it's situated in a busy area with surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Martello?
Consider using the public garage 'Garage Mestre' for parking, as it's close to the hotel and offers a 24-hour service. Be aware that there's no on-site parking, so plan ahead and factor in the €18-22 fee for parking in the nearby garage.
What time is check-in at Hotel Martello?
Check-in at Hotel Martello is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Martello have Wi-Fi?
free basic WiFi with 10 Mbps download speed, no login required; no premium tier available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Martello?
€3.00 per person per night, payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Martello?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a bakery or pizzeria: €4–6 with a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Martello?
Single ACTV bus/tram ticket: €1.50 (75 min). Best value: 7-day tourist pass for €26. From Marco Polo airport: use ATVO bus (€10 single) or a multi-day ACTV pass covering the airport route.
When is the best time to visit Mestre?
May and September are ideal: warm but not stifling, with fewer tourists than the summer peak. October is also good, with milder temperatures and lower prices.
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.