Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel  

In Dorsoduro, Venice — tucked among restaurants, artisan boutiques and a short stroll from the Grand Canal. Minutes from Piazzale Roma and Santa Lucia train station and close to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Ca' Foscari, Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square.

Housed in a 1950s–60s Razionalismo Italiano building with sleek lines and geometric flair, this Venice hotel mixes modern comfort with local character. The property has 144 rooms in calming white and beige, including family rooms, connecting rooms, junior suites and accessible rooms; some offer canal or St Mark’s bell-tower views. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, minibars, bathrobes and slippers, plus private bathrooms with shower/tub combos and bidets. Pet-friendly and family-friendly options are available.

On-site bar and restaurant, a gym/fitness center, complimentary Wi‑Fi and a concierge. Extras include laundry and dry cleaning, luggage storage, complimentary newspapers, elevator and self parking (charges may apply). A doctor is available as a wellness service.

Four conference rooms that can be combined into a larger space. Flexible meeting setups with customizable catering and complimentary Wi‑Fi.

The restaurant serves traditional Italian dishes, snacks and salads, and the bar pours cocktails and a broad drinks menu. Start the day with a generous buffet breakfast featuring regional flavors.