Lying just a 5-minute walk away from the main railway station, the 3* Hotel Basilea is located in the peaceful and picturesque quarter of Santa Croce and overlooks a typical Venetian canal, the Rio Marin. Housed in a property dating from the 17th century, the Basilea enjoys a quiet yet strategic position in the artistic heart of Venice surrrounded by calli (typical alleyways) and belltowers. The style of the hotel overall is typically Venetian; rooms are decorated with coloured drapes, ornate furtniture and marbled floors. Simple in style, the Basilea is a standard 3-star hotel providing clean and comfortable accommodation in the heart of this unique city, with guestrooms offering safety deposit box, direct dial telephone and private bathroom with hairdryer. Public areas are spacious and include a reading/internet area, bar and large breakfast room serving a continental buffet breakfast. Guests should note that local city tax is not included in the rate booked. This will be charged directly to guests by the hotel and payable at check in/out.
This convenient hotel is located a few metres from Rialto Bridge and 10 minutes from St Mark's Square. Thus, this is the best place to start exploring Venice and enjoy its magic and unique atmosphere full of history and art. All hotel's rooms are well-equipped and include practical amenities such as a safe. The hotel serves a daily buffet with delicious sweets and cheeses in the breakfast room. All the hotel staff can assist its travellers to book tickets for any kind of event, such as for the theater or a tourist ride in gondola.