Your stay — Antony Hotel
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The Property — Antony Hotel
The Antony Hotel sits on a quiet residential canal in Mestre, the mainland sister district of Venice. Its lobby is modest and functional — tiled floors, a small reception desk, and the faint smell of coffee from the breakfast room. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, reliable base and don't mind a 15-minute bus or train ride into the historic centre. The USP is the price: you get a proper hotel room for a fraction of what you'd pay across the lagoon.
Chronicles of Venice
Venice rose from the mud of the Venetian Lagoon in the 5th century, when mainland refugees fled barbarian invasions to settle on the 118 small islands. By the Middle Ages it was a maritime republic, dominating trade routes between Europe and the East. The city's architectural signature — Gothic palazzi with pointed arches and Byzantine domes — reflects that long, cosmopolitan history. Today Venice survives on tourism and rising sea levels; its identity is caught between a living museum and a city fighting to keep its residents above 50,000.
Best Time to Visit
Full Venice guide →Best months
May and September: warm, sunny days, fewer crowds than summer peak, and still enough low tourist season to enjoy St Mark's Square without sardine-like queues.
Peak / festival surge
July and August, plus Carnival (February). July-August sees relentless heat, humidity and cruise-ship crowds; hotel prices double. Carnival brings costume-filled streets and high demand for central rooms. The Biennale art exhibition (odd-numbered years) also spikes prices in late summer.
Budget shoulder season
March-April and October-November: cooler but often pleasant, with hotel rates 30-50% lower. The Acqua Alta risk is real from October, but cheaper rates and thin crowds make it bearable.
Weather & packing
Venice's climate is humid subtropical, but summer can spike to 35°C with oppressive damp. Pack lightweight cotton clothes, a sun hat, and one sturdy waterproof layer — the forecast can flip from clear to thunderstorm in an hour.
Live City Briefing — Venice
- The 'Venice Access Fee' (ingresso) trial continues: day-trippers staying outside the historic centre may need to book and pay a €5 entry fee on peak summer dates. Check the city's official portal before arrival.
- The Alilaguna water-bus service from Marco Polo Airport has been rerouted from June 2025 due to dock repairs; the orange line now stops at Fondamente Nove instead of San Marco. Confirm connections via the ACTV app.
- The Peggy Guggenheim Collection opens its annual summer exhibition on 15 June — 'Surrealism in Venice' — expect larger than usual queues at the Dorsoduro museum from late June.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Antony Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the internal courtyard. These are high enough to be above street level but low enough to avoid summer heat, and the courtyard cuts street noise from the canal-side alleyways.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noisier from street foot traffic and possible damp in a canal city) and any room directly overlooking the main canal — they get the water taxi racket and restaurant deliveries, not romance.
Best views
Best view likely from a 3rd-floor room overlooking the canal (if the hotel has one — most do). You’ll see gondolas and passing boats, but that comes with noise. A courtyard view is quieter but less scenic.
Quietest floors
2nd to 3rd floors (European numbering) tend to be quietest if they face the courtyard. The lift is likely small (3-star Venetian standard) so lower floors are quieter for footfall but not for street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Venice 3-star hotels are often in old palazzos on narrow canals. Expect water taxis from 7am, restaurant bins dragged over stone at 11pm, and church bells every hour. The lift (probably tiny) will have clanking doors.
Insider tips
1. If you’re in a courtyard-facing room, ask for a top-floor (3rd or 4th) to minimise overhead footsteps — Venetian floors are creaky. 2. Check-in at off-peak times (after 2pm) to avoid queueing in a small lobby; porters are rare at 3-star, so pack light.
- 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 — Antony Hotel
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps down/2 Mbps up) with simple portal login; no paid upgrade
One small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital PressReader access in lobby only; no physical papers
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop free from 11:00. Late check-out until 12:30 costs 50 EUR (subject to availability)
Free for same day; luggage room open 08:00–22:00
No step-free entry – 3 steps at front door; lift is narrow (80 cm). Wheelchair use possible but tight on upper floors
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Garage San Marco (P.le Roma) 35 EUR/24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 4.50 EUR per person per night, applied to first 5 nights only
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 50 EUR incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cattedeale Copta Ortodossa di San Marco (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Parrocchia Santi Martino e Benedetto (835 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Commendator Giuseppe Checchin — 508 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banca Intesa Sanpaolo — 714 m · ~9 min walk
Farmacia Patelli — 429 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city; avoid exchange bureaux near San Marco or Rialto Bridge — they charge high commission.
Major credit and debit cards accepted in most restaurants, shops and hotels; contactless is widely used.
Not expected — round up a restaurant bill by a couple of euros for good service; taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a standing bar — about €1.10.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino — around €6–8.
A pasta dish at a trattoria — about €12–15 for a main.
Cicchetti bars in Cannaregio or near the Rialto market — small snacks for €2–4 each.
Coop, Conad and Despar are common supermarkets in the area.
High-street chains on Strada Nuova or around Rialto — Zara, H&M, Benetton.
ACTV vaporetto 24-hour pass (€25) is the cheapest way to get around; from the airport the ATVO bus (€10) is cheaper than a water taxi.
Eat and drink standing at a bar — sitting at a table costs extra; buy a 24-hour vaporetto pass if you'll ride more than four times; stay in Cannaregio or Castello where restaurants are cheaper than San Marco.
Good to know — Venice
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Venice, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Antony Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banca Intesa Sanpaolo — 714 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Patelli — 429 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Palazzo Veneziano → Venice & Regional Destinations
💡 Call ahead for airport transfers; local drivers know beach and restaurant spots well
Sarasota Coach Station → Tampa, Miami, Regional Cities
💡 Use for day trips to Tampa or Miami; station is 15 mins from hotel via local taxi
Palazzo Veneziano → Downtown Venice & Surrounding Areas
💡 Use the local bus for beach access and downtown restaurants; Route 1 is most useful for tourists
Venice, Florida (Palazzo Veneziano) → Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
💡 Most convenient for hotel transfers; pre-book evening rides to avoid surge pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Antony Hotel?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the internal courtyard. These are high enough to be above street level but low enough to avoid summer heat, and the courtyard cuts street noise from the canal-side alleyways.
Which rooms should I avoid at Antony Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noisier from street foot traffic and possible damp in a canal city) and any room directly overlooking the main canal — they get the water taxi racket and restaurant deliveries, not romance.
Is Antony Hotel noisy?
Venice 3-star hotels are often in old palazzos on narrow canals. Expect water taxis from 7am, restaurant bins dragged over stone at 11pm, and church bells every hour. The lift (probably tiny) will have clanking doors.
Which rooms have the best views at Antony Hotel?
Best view likely from a 3rd-floor room overlooking the canal (if the hotel has one — most do). You’ll see gondolas and passing boats, but that comes with noise. A courtyard view is quieter but less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Antony Hotel?
1. If you’re in a courtyard-facing room, ask for a top-floor (3rd or 4th) to minimise overhead footsteps — Venetian floors are creaky. 2. Check-in at off-peak times (after 2pm) to avoid queueing in a small lobby; porters are rare at 3-star, so pack light.
What time is check-in at Antony Hotel?
Check-in at Antony Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Antony Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps down/2 Mbps up) with simple portal login; no paid upgrade
Is there a city or tourist tax at Antony Hotel?
4.50 EUR per person per night, applied to first 5 nights only
Where can I eat cheaply near Antony Hotel?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino — around €6–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Antony Hotel?
ACTV vaporetto 24-hour pass (€25) is the cheapest way to get around; from the airport the ATVO bus (€10) is cheaper than a water taxi.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
May and September: warm, sunny days, fewer crowds than summer peak, and still enough low tourist season to enjoy St Mark's Square without sardine-like queues.
Top Attractions in Venice
💡 Visit early morning (7-10am) for the market's best energy and fresh catches; afternoons are quieter and touristy.
💡 Head to Campo Santa Margherita for a cheap Aperol Spritz and people-watching; it's less crowded than San Marco.
💡 Queue early (before 9:30am) to avoid long waits; cover shoulders and knees else they turn you away.
💡 During non-Biennale years, the park is empty and peaceful; bring a picnic as cafes nearby are overpriced.
💡 Buy a combined ticket with the Scuola Grande di San Rocco next door (€12 total) for two major art collections in one trip.