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Gay Venice · Hotels

Planning a trip to Venice? The city is best explored on foot. It's a good idea to choose a hotel in the central districts of San Marco, Cannaregio or San Polo.



Our top Venice hotels for 2022 are sorted by district:

San Polo | San Marco  |  Cannaregio  |  Giudecca

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San Polo

San Polo is a compact district in the middle of Venice. Located on the west side of the Grand Canal, it extends from the Rialto Bridge to the St Maria Gloriosa dei Frari church. This fascinating area is packed with narrow passageways, full of small shops and restaurants.
Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal
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Santa Croce 2070, Santa Croce, Venice

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Why this hotel? Great value for money. Excellent location.
Excellent value for money with fabulous views. The Palazzo Giovanelli hotel is located next to Grand Canal and within each reach of all the major sights, either on foot or by water bus.

The classic-styled rooms are decorated with original paintings, Italian furniture and modern comforts such as flat screen satellite TV, air conditioning, minibar, free WiFi.

Located very slightly north of the San Polo district boundary, the airport water bus Orange line stop (S. Stae) is just steps from the hotel. You can also walk to the train and bus station - both less than 15 minutes' walk away.
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Bar
Free WiFi

San Marco

San Marco district is located east of the Grand Canal from Railto Bridge to St. Mark's Plaza. It is the heart of Venice and home to major sights including St Marco's Basilica, Doge's Palace, along with numerous boutique shops and restaurants.
NH Collection Venezia Palazzo Barocci
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Corte dell'Albero 3878A, San Marco, Venice

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Why this hotel? Grand Canal view. Central location in San Marco. Great value.
The great-value NH Collection Venezia has a fabulous location overlooking the Grand Canal, close to the Rialto Bridge and just 15 minutes' walk from the famous St Mark's Square and Doge's Palace.

The Venetian-styled rooms & suites feature satellite TV, minibar, high-speed free WiFi, espresso coffee maker. Excellent buffet breakfast is served daily. The hotel has a café bar and a very nice outdoor terrace (open in the summer).

It's very easy to reach this hotel using the airport water bus (Orange line). There is a stop just outside the hotel (S. Angelo).
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Liassidi Wellness Suites
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Calle del Magazen 3335, Venice

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Why this hotel? Amazing interiors. Great location. Well reviewed.
Liassidi Wellness Suites is a upmarket 4-star hotel in the Castello district of Venice offering gay-friendly luxury.

The interiors here are stunning, with gorgeous coloured marble walls that emanate luxury.

Amenities include breakfast, an on-site bar, a sun-soaked garden and free WiFi.

The location is great, set in the Veneto Wine Region and surrounded by great restaurants and attractions.

Liassidi has received near-perfect reviews and recommendations and is one of our most popular stays in Venice.

 
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Room Service
Splendid Venice
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San Marco Mercerie 760,, Venice

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Why this hotel? Walk to St Mark's Square. Beautiful location. Private pier.
The Splendid Starhotels Collezione enjoys a picture-perfect, canal-side location in central Venice, surrounded by boutique shops and cafes. From here, it's less than 15 minutes' walk to St Mark's Square and less than 5 minutes to the famous Rialto Bridge.

All en suite guest rooms have satellite TV, minibar, free WiFi in many rooms. Some rooms offer views of the canal. This great-value designer hotel has its own pier and a gourmet restaurant serving traditional Venetian food.

The hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the airport water bus Orange line stop (Rialto).
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Hotel Rialto
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Riva del Ferro 5149, San Marco, Venice

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Why this hotel? Top location. Next to Rialto Bridge. Great value.
Hotel Rialto's wonderful location, right next to the famous Rialto Bridge and just 15-minute walk from St Mark’s Square, makes it a popular choice with gay travelers.

Stylish guest rooms & suites feature air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar and free WiFi. We particularly like the Rialto's terrace which boasts excellent views of the bridge and the canal.

The Rialto Water Bus stop is in front of the hotel and provides easy connections to Santa Lucia train station and the Bus Station with connections to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
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Free WiFi
Hotel Bonvecchiati
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San Marco, Calle Goldoni 4488,, Venice

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Why this hotel?
As central as it gets. The area around Hotel Bonvecchiati is filled with boutique shops, cafes and restaurants, set along narrow walkways on each side of a network of canals, and close to top tourist sights in Venice.

The hotel offers both classically styled and more modern rooms, all with air conditioning, luxurious bathrooms, free WiFi. The La Terrazza restaurant serves excellent Venetian and Italian food, with outdoor seating that overlooks Orseolo canal.
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Bar
Free WiFi
Gym
Massage
Restaurant
Sauna
Steam room

Cannaregio

Cannaregio district stretches from the train station on the east side of the Grand Canal to Rialto Bridge.

This area is less crowded than San Marco. Away from the Strada Nuova, the main walking street, it retains a more relaxed residential feel.
Hotel Palazzo Abadessa
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Calle Priuli Cannaregio 4011, Cannaregio, Venice

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Why this hotel?
The Palazzo Abadessa is set within a historical Venetian house, located on a very quiet street, just 10 minutes' walk from Railto Bridge and within easy reach of St Mark's Square and key attractions.

The guest rooms are furnished with gorgeous period furniture, Venetian mirrors, silk wallpaper and very comfortable beds. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, WiFi and a minibar.

Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet in the breakfast room or the hotel's beautiful private garden. If arriving by water taxi, you can be dropped off at the hotel's own private dock next to the entrance.

Helpful and friendly staff provide city maps and will point out the location of all the sights and help with restaurant reservations.
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Free WiFi
Maison Venezia | Una Esperienze
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Ruga Do Pozzi, 4173,, Venice

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Top 100

Why this hotel?
UNA Hotel Venezia  is set within a restored building, where classic Venetian style has been retained and enhanced with modern comforts.

Venetian-styled guest rooms feature Murano glass chandeliers, air conditioning, minibar, safe, satellite TV with Sky channels and WiFi.

The UNA is conveniently located, close to top tourist sights and just a couple of minutes' walk from a huge choice of restaurants and cafés. A private water taxi can transfer you from the airport directly to the hotel's dock - easy to reach via the airport bus and water bus services.
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Free WiFi
Carnival Palace Hotel
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Fondamenta di Cannaregio, 929,, Venice

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Why this hotel? Convenient location. Very modern.
Carnival Palace Hotel is conveniently located near Venice Santa Lucia railway station, the bus station (to the airport) and the cruise ship docks. It's also just a short walk to the water bus pier, from which can connect to Railto Bridge and St Mark's Square (or about 45 minutes' walk).

All 67 elegantly designed guest rooms are non-smoking, soundproof and and feature very modern en suite bathrooms, TV's, minibars. Free WiFi in all areas.

Breakfast is served every morning, and room service is available. We like the hotel's garden terrace (open in the summer).
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Bar
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Giudecca

Giudecca is an island located immediately south of the islands that make up Venice city centre. These selected hotels offer a quieter, more laid-back setting that's worth consideration.

Regular water-bus services operate 24 hours a day, making it easy to get to and from the city centre.
Generator Venice
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Fondamenta Zitelle 86, Venice

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Why this hotel? Great budget hostel. 10 min. to city centre.
Our favorite budget choice in Venice. The Generator is located on Giudecca Island, just south of the central districts. From here, Saint Mark Square can be seen from a distance, and it is just a 10-minute ride by water bus to reach the town centre.

Housed in a historic 3-storey building, all guest rooms are large, bright and modern (as with other Generator hostels). Both private rooms and dorms are available and include free WiFi.

The onsite restaurant and café bar has a nice lounge area with pool table. Buffet breakfast options include vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free. Excellent value for money.

The hotel is just a couple of minutes walk from the Airport Waterbus Blue Line - Zitelle stop.
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Cafe
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
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Via Giudecca 810, Venice

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Why this hotel? Luxury choice. Fabulous pool & spa.
If you fancy a bit of luxury in Venice, then the Hilton Molino Stucky is definitely one to consider. This 5-star hotel is located on the peaceful Giudecca Island, in a building which was once a flour mill.

The rooftop pool & spa (the largest on the island) are some of the main highlights. Guest rooms & suites are elegantly decorated, each with flat screen TV, coffee maker, air conditioning, marble bathroom. Some rooms have views of the city or the canal.

The Hilton has its own gym, stylish restaurant & rooftop bar with amazing views. Shuttle services to the city centre are provided, as well as connections to/from the airport.
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Bar
Gym
Internet Access
Massage
Restaurant
Sauna
Spa
Swimming pool

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