An 18th century mansion evoking the splendour of the golden age of the Riviera del Brenta. Elegantly restored, it is a superb choice among Dolo hotels near Venice, Italy. Hotel Villa Gasparini, Venice
This Venice (Venezia) hotel is located right in the centre of the city, close to St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), the Ponte dell'Accademia bridge, the Campanile (or bell tower) at San Marco, the Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) and the sumptuous St Mark's Basilica. Locanda Art Deco, Venice
The three-star Hotel Venezia is situated in the middle of Mestre's city centre, just minutes away from the ferry which takes you straight into downtown Venice. There are 120 single, double, triple and quadruple rooms to choose from, each coming equipped with air conditioning, mini bar, telephone, TV, and private bathroom. Hotel Venezia, Venice
Step just off the tourist trail and discover the real Venice ... La Locanda di Orsaria is a fine hotel in the old quarter of Canareggio. This is the part of Venice that was the original Ghetto, back in the Middle Ages, and is historically fascinating. La Locanda di Orsaria, Venice
This hotel in Venice (Venezia) has been run by the Messner family since 1940 and has become well known for its outstanding Venetian cuisine. The 40-room building has great views over both the canals at the front and the garden at the back of the hotel, where children can enjoy the outdoor play area. Hotel Messner, Venice
Gazing onto the Grand Canal and the Rialto Bridge, the marvellous Hotel Manin is in the very centre of old Venice. This historic old house was built in the nineteenth century, a new palace rising on the ashes of one of Venice's seven opera houses. Hotel Manin, Venice
The Minotel Aurora, is a small modern hotel conveniently situated in the old centre of Mestre, just 9km from Venice proper. Each of the 28 air-conditioned rooms has en-suite bathroom, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone line and minibar. Minotel Aurora, Venice
This hotel in Venice (Venezia) is situated in the Riva Del Vin area of the city, also known as the Wine Quayside. This area is home to many of the town's osterie (the traditional Venetian pubs), and is a lively district which also boasts a market and shopping centre. Hotel Marconi, Venice