🇮🇹 Venice, Italy
Rivamare
📍 44, Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi, Venice, 30126
Your stay — Rivamare
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The Property — Rivamare
The Rivamare is a practical three-star just off the Grand Canal near Piazzale Roma, the main gateway for cars and buses arriving into Venice. Its lobby is small and functional, tiled floors, a reception desk, a few chairs — efficient, not atmospheric. It suits travellers who want direct, no-fuss access to the city and its transport links without paying for a canal view or historical grandeur.
Chronicles of Venice
Venice was founded in the 5th century by refugees fleeing mainland invasions, building a city on a lagoon of mudflats and islands. Over centuries it became the maritime Republic of Venice, dominating trade between Europe and the East, and leaving a legacy of Gothic palaces, Byzantine domes and Renaissance art. The Grand Canal is lined with former merchants’ houses, their façades a museum of architectural styles from the 13th to the 18th century. Today the city’s economy runs on tourism, its streets and canals thronged with visitors, while its resident population continues to shrink — a living museum struggling to stay alive.
Best Time to Visit
Full Venice guide →Best months
April to June and September to October. Spring offers mild temperatures (15-22°C), longer daylight and lower humidity than summer, while September has settled weather and the start of the Biennale art and architecture exhibitions. Both periods avoid the peak July-August heat and crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the hottest and busiest months, with daytime highs around 28-32°C and high humidity. The Festa del Redentore (third weekend in July) and the Venice International Film Festival (late August-early September) push hotel rates to their highest. Book well ahead; the Rivamare and similar mid-range properties double in price.
Budget shoulder season
October and November offer the best value: temperatures 10-17°C, thinner crowds, and lower hotel rates. The weather can be damp but the city feels calmer. Avoid the week of the Venice Marathon (late October) if you want quieter streets.
Weather & packing
Venice in July is hot, muggy and often still, with occasional thunderstorms. Pack light cotton clothes, a rain jacket or small umbrella for sudden downpours, and comfortable walking shoes — you will do a lot of pavement and bridge climbing.
Live City Briefing — Venice
- From 2025, the city has been trialling a €5 entry fee for day-trippers on peak weekends and public holidays. Check if your visit falls on a date when the fee applies — you may need to book and pay online before arrival.
- Vaporetto (water bus) services remain crowded in summer; consider booking a private water taxi from Piazzale Roma to the hotel if arriving with luggage, as the Rivamare is a short walk from the terminal but bridges and crowded pavements can be tricky.
- The Biennale Arte 2026 runs from April to November, so expect extra visitors and higher accommodation demand throughout the summer — especially in late July, which is also the start of the film festival preparations.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rivamare, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor (European first floor, one flight up) facing the courtyard or side canal, away from the Lungomare Marconi. These floors have lower ambient noise and better ventilation without street-level commotion.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or facing the Lungomare Marconi suffer from foot traffic, vaporetto activity, and early morning delivery noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the small lobby or bar area, as they pick up guest chatter until late evening.
Best views
Rooms on the courtyard or side canal offer a glimpse of residential Venice and quieter water traffic, rather than the Lungomare Marconi's busy seafront road. No guaranteed grand canal view at this address.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (what many call first and second floors in Italy – one and two flights up) are the quietest, as they are above street bustle but not high enough to get roof-reflected noise from passing boats.
🔊 Noise notes
The Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi is a main promenade with foot traffic, cyclists, and waterbus stops. Morning garbage collection and late-night walkers are common. Venice's airport is 20 minutes away, so aircraft noise can be a factor on upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Arriving by water taxi? Ask to be dropped at the side canal entrance (if available) to avoid the main street scrum. 2. The hotel has no parking – the nearest garage is at Piazzale Roma, about 15 minutes on foot; book a water taxi transfer from there for €60-80.
- 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 — Rivamare
Free standard WiFi (up to 30 Mbps) across property; login via room number and surname, no time limit
One lift serves all four floors; historic sections (sea-view wing) have two steps at entry but all room corridors accessible
Digital newsstand (PressReader) available via lobby tablet; no physical newspapers; property has original 1920s Art Deco ironwork in entrance hall
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 11:00 (no charge if room not ready); late check-out until 13:00 for €50, after 13:00 charged as one extra night
Complimentary for same-day arrivals/departures; secure room with luggage tags
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance (not main door); lift to all floors; no specially adapted rooms; wheelchair guests may need assistance on beachfront ramp
No on-site parking; public car park 'Parcheggio Lungomare Marconi' 100m north, €25/24h (July weekends €30/24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights), payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night required via credit card to guarantee; €100 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Antonio (331 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: San Lazzaro (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Parrocchiale di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parco Alida Valli — 744 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco San Marco — 875 m · ~11 min walk
Farmacia Excelsior — 657 m · ~8 min walk
Lido Casino — 728 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the city for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux near St Mark’s Square and train station – rates are poor.
Cards widely accepted in restaurants, shops and hotels; contactless and mobile pay common. Some smaller bars and market stalls prefer cash.
No obligation – round up the bill or leave 1-2 euros for good service; taxis and hotel staff not tipped.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: €1-1.50. Sitting down adds €2-3.
Pizza al taglio (slice) or a panino from a bakery: €5-8.
Pasta or pizza main in a trattoria: €12-18.
Campo Santa Margherita and the area near Rialto Market have several affordable snack bars and cicchetti spots.
Coop, Despar, and Conad are common budget supermarkets in Venice.
Market stalls on the Rialto Bridge area sell basic clothing; cheaper options are in the Mestre mainland.
€25 for a 3-day ACTV vaporetto pass – cheapest way to get around. From the airport, take the Alilaguna water bus (€15 one way) or a land bus to Piazzale Roma (€8).
Buy groceries and snacks at supermarkets rather than tourist kiosks. Use the vaporetto only when necessary – walking is often faster and free. Avoid restaurants immediately around St Mark’s Square – prices are inflated.
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 Rivamare
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco San Marco — 875 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Excelsior — 657 m · ~8 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
About Venice
Wikipedia ↗
Venice is a city in northeastern Italy and the capital of the region of Veneto. It is built on a group of 126 islands that are separated by expanses of open water and by canals; portions of the city are linked by 472 bridges. The islands are in the shallow Venetian Lagoon, an enclosed bay lying bet...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Rivamare?
Request a room on the first or second floor (European first floor, one flight up) facing the courtyard or side canal, away from the Lungomare Marconi. These floors have lower ambient noise and better ventilation without street-level commotion.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rivamare?
Rooms on the ground floor or facing the Lungomare Marconi suffer from foot traffic, vaporetto activity, and early morning delivery noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the small lobby or bar area, as they pick up guest chatter until late evening.
Is Rivamare noisy?
The Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi is a main promenade with foot traffic, cyclists, and waterbus stops. Morning garbage collection and late-night walkers are common. Venice's airport is 20 minutes away, so aircraft noise can be a factor on upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Rivamare?
Rooms on the courtyard or side canal offer a glimpse of residential Venice and quieter water traffic, rather than the Lungomare Marconi's busy seafront road. No guaranteed grand canal view at this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Rivamare?
1. Arriving by water taxi? Ask to be dropped at the side canal entrance (if available) to avoid the main street scrum. 2. The hotel has no parking – the nearest garage is at Piazzale Roma, about 15 minutes on foot; book a water taxi transfer from there for €60-80.
What time is check-in at Rivamare?
Check-in at Rivamare is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rivamare have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi (up to 30 Mbps) across property; login via room number and surname, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rivamare?
€5.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights), payable at check-in; children under 10 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Rivamare?
Pizza al taglio (slice) or a panino from a bakery: €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rivamare?
€25 for a 3-day ACTV vaporetto pass – cheapest way to get around. From the airport, take the Alilaguna water bus (€15 one way) or a land bus to Piazzale Roma (€8).
When is the best time to visit Venice?
April to June and September to October. Spring offers mild temperatures (15-22°C), longer daylight and lower humidity than summer, while September has settled weather and the start of the Biennale art and architecture exhibitions. Both periods avoid the peak July-August heat and crowds.
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.