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Porta da Mar

A peaceful urban retreat near Venice's artistic heart offers travelers a quiet base for exploring the city's iconic bridges and historic palaces

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Porta da Mar sits just steps from Giardini della Biennale, providing a tranquil haven in bustling Venice. Guests can use the in-room WiFi to plan their day before heading out to see the Bridge of Sighs and Doge's Palace, knowing valuables remain secure in the front-desk safe.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥17,864
￥21,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26

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Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room Single Use | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Castello, a neighborhood in Venice, is home to Porta da Mar. Notable landmarks in the area include Bridge of Sighs and Doge's Palace, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Peggy Guggenheim Museum. Giardini della Biennale and St. Mark's Basilica are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Venice travel guide
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30122, VE, Venice, Riva S. Biasio, 2143

What's nearby

  • Canal leading to the Venetian Arsenal
    Venetian Arsenal
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice at sunset
    Riva degli Schiavoni
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • entryway to the Giardini della Biennale in venice during the Biennale
    Giardini della Biennale
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Mark\'s Square which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a large group of people
    St. Mark's Square
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Doge\'s Palace featuring street scenes and heritage elements
    Doge's Palace
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Restaurants

  • Gelateria Bucintoro Ristorante
    5 min walk
  • Osteria Alla Rampa
    6 min walk
  • Ristorante al Gabbiano
    4 min walk
  • La Nuova Perla
    1 min walk
  • Winter Garden
    4 min walk

About this property

Porta da Mar

Hotel near Giardini della Biennale
Located close to Bridge of Sighs and Doge's Palace, Porta da Mar has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free stocked minibars and free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with streaming services and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5-10 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates, fees and request an exemption, visit cda.ve.it/en/.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply to patients and their companions, and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties, subject to the submission of proper documents to the property. A 30 percent reduction applies from January 1-31.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 31 January, EUR 2.80 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.40 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 February - 31 December, EUR 4.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 2.00 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT027042B43PTJWUDE

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Porta da Mar Guesthouse Venice
Porta da Mar Guesthouse
Porta da Mar Venice
Porta da Mar Hotel
Porta da Mar Venice
Porta da Mar Hotel Venice

Frequently asked questions

Is Porta da Mar pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Porta da Mar?

As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porta da Mar on Mar 25, 2026 start from ￥17,864, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Porta da Mar?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Porta da Mar?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Porta da Mar located?

Located in Castello, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Giardini della Biennale, Doge's Palace, and Bridge of Sighs. St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Porta da Mar Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! The location is a bit away from the main area which was nice, it was quiet and lots of great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing spot to stay in, very clean and friendly helpful staff, also a great location away from the busy crowd and mostly surrounded by the locals, it has a quick access to water transportations to explore tourist destination around, plenty of restaurants, cafe and art gallery across the bridge. Definitely come back and stay here again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A beautiful experience all around. Like being in a beautiful Venetian home. Service was perfect and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent location. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in a great location on the sea. Excellent service. Charming hotel and staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing boutique hotel, with amazing staff. Everyone from the owner/top mgmt to the day staff, were so helpful, kind and courteous. Perfect location and we even got upgraded to the sea views room. Spectacular!! We can not recommend Porta Da Mar enough.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
I liked everything about this property. It was a lovely refuge from the hustle and bustle of Venice. It was cool quiet place to totally relax and unwind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pascal Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very pleasant. Restaurants close. Very clean. Barbara was extremely helpful in guiding us around and helping us when we needed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Venice Accomoations

This was an excellent experience. The location is convenient along the waterfront, the communication with the proprietary was excellent and our room was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Barbara was so helpful and Marybeth who keeps the place sparkling is a true gem. The location was ideal because of its proximity to the highlights of Venice yet away to escape the crowds. When in Venice next, I will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is wonderful. Very clean and perfectly located. Marybeth and Barbara were very accommodating and helpful. Thank you! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite hard to find and not a fan of using your phone to unlock the doors but otherwise this is a great place with great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding place. Easy to get to. Quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful! It was located one story above ground level. The stairs were easy to climb. They communicated well, greeted us upon arrival, supplied us with a few snacks, sodas, and waters. Access onto the building, the apartment entry and room was done digitally. We had a beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margherita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to get to from the airport (50m walk from the ferry stop). Very clean. The wifi was a little slow, but I think it’s because we were in the back rooms. Very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, central location, nice view, easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a few nights in Venice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The 2 owners are so friendly and accommodating. We cant say enough good things about them. This is conveniently located next to 2 public "bus" (water buses) stops. It is a 5-10 minute walk to the really popular shopping areas. We are so glad we decided to stay here as opposed to right in the middle of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lubna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
“The hotel was nice, but the room cleaning was poor. Overall it was okay, and the service was good.”
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moganaraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay—within walking distance to the market area, shops, and plenty of restaurants. Our entire stay was well-organized by Porta da Mar. Barbara reached out to us in advance, provided clear directions, and made sure we arrived without any issues. Although we were initially given a room without a sea view, she was able to upgrade us at no extra cost. I highly recommend Porta da Mar to anyone visiting the area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you to everyone who supported our stay. They went over the top to make our experience exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near water taxis and main attractions. Convenient checkin with modern technology. Clean rooms. Complimentary bar items (nonalcoholic) with light snacks. Friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and well decorated. The B&B is very close to the ferry terminal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024