Stay near Marittima Cruise Terminal
The Venice cruise ship port is one of the busiest ports for cruises in the Mediterranean. Technically, however, it isn’t on the Mediterranean at all; it’s located within the Venetian Lagoon, which is connected to the Adriatic Sea by a narrow entrance called the Porto di Lido.
Whether you are looking for a romantic city break, a family trip or a once in a lifetime stop-off during your cruise, Venice has plenty of first class accommodation to suit everyone.
If you are docking in either the Fusina or Lombardia cruise terminals, there are still plenty of great hotels to choose from to extend your stay. One of the best places to stay is on the mainland, either in the Mestre or Marghera towns.
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Accommodation in Italy near Port of Venice for Cruises & Ferries
Hotel Florida
30121, Venice, Cannaregio Calle Priuli Cavalletti 106
Just 150 metres from Santa Lucia Train Station,... read more
EUR 46
Hotel Locanda Salieri
30135, Venice, 160 Fondamenta Minotto - Canale del Gaffaro
Hotel Locanda Salieri is close to both Santa... read more
EUR 135
Hotel Antiche Figure
30135, Venice, S. Croce, 686 - Fond. S. Simeone
Directly on the famous Grand Canal, Hotel Antiche... read more
EUR 113
Hotel Agli Artisti
30121, Venice, Calle Priuli Cavalletti 99 A/C
Offering direct access to Venice Santa Lucia Station,... read more
EUR 27
Ca' Due Leoni
30123, Venice, Cannaregio 565
In the heart of Cannaregio district, Ca' Due... read more
EUR 49
Hotel Belle Epoque
30123, Venice, Lista di Spagna, Cannaregio 127/128
Hotel Belle Epoque offers rooms with original 18th-century... read more
EUR 90
Atlantide Hotel
30121, Venice, Calle della Misericordia 375/A
Atlantide Hotel is in the Cannaregio district, close... read more
EUR 50
Hotel Santa Chiara
30135, Venice, Santa Croce 548
Offering views of the Grand Canal, Hotel Santa... read more
EUR 158
Alloggio Ai Tre Ponti Venezia
30135, Venice, Santa Croce Rio Tera' Dei Pensieri 369
The charming Ai Tre Ponti Venezia bed and... read more
EUR 80
NH Venezia Santa Lucia
30121, Venice, Lista di Spagna 116/A
Located a 2-minute walk from Venice’s Santa Lucia... read more
EUR 102
Casa Caburlotto
30135, Venice, F.ta Rizzi - Santa Croce 316
Housed in a former convent with private garden,... read more
EUR 51
Guesthouse Alloggi Agli Artisti
30121, Venice, Cannareggio 99/B (Check-in at Cannaregio 77)
Set just a few steps from Venice Santa... read more
EUR 35
Il Veliero Romantico
30135, Venice, Rio terà dei Pensieri - Santa Croce 328
Il Veliero Romantico offers accommodation in the Santa... read more
EUR 70
Dorsoduro House
31030, Venice, Calle dei Fontegheri 2255
Located in Venice, 2 km from St.Mark's Square... read more
EUR 50
Ca Guardiani
30123, Venice, Calle Guardiani 2403, Sestiere Dorsoduro
Offering free WiFi and city views, Ca Guardiani... read more
EUR 127
Casanova Fourrooms
30135, Venice, Santa Croce, 467/c
Casanova Fourrooms is set in Venice, 1.3 km... read more
EUR 78
appartamento alla Crea
30121, Venice, Cannaregio 564/C piano terra
Set in Venice, 1.2 km from Scuola Grande... read more
EUR 120
Venicedire
30135, Venice, Santa Croce 468/B
Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden... read more
EUR 57
Ca' Giovanna
30123, Venice, Dorsoduro 2508
Located in Venice, a few steps from Basilica... read more
EUR 66
Grand Canal Suite
30135, Venice, Santa Croce 555
Located in Venice, 1.7 km from Basilica San... read more
EUR 89
Centrale Mazzoni 10
30121, Venice, Calle Priuli Ai Cavalletti 96 T
Centrale Mazzoni 10 is located in Venice. Guests... read more
EUR 74
casettaveneziana02704
30135, Venice, 750 San Croce piano1
Offering river views, casettaveneziana02704 is an accommodation located... read more
EUR 90
AC Hotel Venezia by Marriott
30135, Venice, Rio Tera Sant'Andrea 466/M
Set in Venice, within 2.9 km of Basilica... read more
EUR 110
THE LOVE HUT IN VENICE BY SANTA LUCIA STATION
30121, Venice, 440 Calle Pesaro
THE LOVE HUT IN VENICE BY SANTA LUCIA... read more
EUR 64
Alloggi Arlecchino
30135, Venice, 387 Santa Croce
Alloggi Arlecchino features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen... read more
EUR 80
Hotel Palazzo Martinelli Dolfin
31021, Venice, Sestiere Santa Croce 420/A
Hotel Palazzo Martinelli Dolfin offers air-conditioned accommodation in... read more
EUR 101
Mario Apartment 96F
30121, Venice, 96 Calle Priuli dei Cavaletti
Set in Venice in the Veneto region, Mario... read more
EUR 132
Venezia Canal View
30121, Venice, 925 Cannaregio
Located 1.1 km from Frari Basilica and 1.1... read more
EUR 48
Residence 8 Loft
30135, Venice, Rio Terà dei Pensieri, 360
Situated 700 metres from Scuola Grande di San... read more
EUR 101
Where do Cruise Ships dock in Venice ?
As Venice is relatively cut off from the rest of northeastern Italy, many tourists choose to visit there as part of a cruise. The most popular location for docking cruise ships is at Baciono Della Stazione Marittima Cruise Terminal. Stazione Marittima comprises of several piers, all within easy walking distance of the city centre and just a few kilometres from St Mark’s Square.
Venice is a city like no other. Comprising of just over a hundred small islands and based in Italy’s northern Veneto region, of which it is the capital, Venice is rightly known as the Queen of the Adriatic. With no roads, only canals, travel by water or by foot are the only ways to get around. Famed for its beautiful architecture, romantic enclaves and rich Renaissance history, this UNESCO world heritage site continues to be a must-see destination.
Due to the large amount of ships wishing to dock in Venice, the city has now banned larger cruise vessels from doing so. As of September 2019, several ships will now be docking at either Fusina and Lombardia Terminals. Whilst both of these are further away from the city centre, they are both still within the Venice lagoon and the main sites are still reachable.
The Terminal Venezia Passeggeri or Venice Cruise Terminal is located near the 4-km causeway that links the historic city with the mainland. It consists of two main areas: the Marittima basin, which can handle the largest ships that call in Venice, and San Basilio, which is just around the corner in the Giudecca Canal.
# Marittima is the largest of the ship basins at the Port of Venice’s Venezia Terminal Passeggeri, with two terminal buildings and enough docking space to handle several large ships at once. It’s within walking distance of the Piazzale Roma, the main car, taxi, and bus gateway to the historic center.
# San Basilio is a long quay that runs from the main port area to the Fondamenta Zàttere, the promenade along the southern edge of the historic center on the Giudecca Canal. It accommodates small to medium-sized ships and yachts, including river vessels. The pier has a terminal building for oceangoing cruise ships.
Where to Stay ?
Venice has plenty of accommodation options to suit everyone. The Gritti Palace offers some of the best views of the Salute church from its enviable position right on the Grand Canal. This palazzo dates back to the 15th century and brings a touch of authentic Venice to your stay.
The Aman Venice, location of George Clooney’s wedding no less!, is a must for all romantics. This hotel features museum worthy artwork and each of its 24 suites combines modern amenities with old world luxury. The Cima Rosa Boutique Bed & Breakfast is a great choice for those looking to explore the city centre and sample a different one of Venice’s restaurant cuisine every night, rather than the set up of a more traditional full or half board hotel.
Whatever you are looking for, Venice has it all from contemporary apartments to canal facing palazzo steeped in history. Looking for the best hotels, check out our list of the top rated accommodations in the city. Another option is to stay in a self catering apartment rental.
Are there Cheap Hotels nearby Port ?
If you are looking for cheaper accommodation near to the port, there are some excellent budget friendly properties.
These include the AC Hotel Venezia by Marriott, which is within easy walking distance of the Rialto so you can take a stroll across this famous bridge. Another great budget option is the Hotel Olimpia Venice (BW Signature Collection), right in the heart of Venice’s historic centre.
Lastly, the Venice Maggior Consiglio offers easy access from the Santa Lucia train station and is the perfect place to begin your stay.
Are there B&B’s near to Cruise Terminal ?
For those travelling on a budget, a bed and breakfast may be more your style, so why not try one of these hidden gems.
Close to the port is the lovely Casa Sant’Andrea, which is only a five minute walk from the beautiful Papadopoli Gardens. The Palazzetto Foscari is also a lovely and great place to stay, is within easy reach of the port and provides picturesque views of the Grand Canal from its location in the Cannaregio region.
Where to Stay near Fusina and Lombardia cruise terminals ?
If you are docking in either the Fusina or Lombardia cruise terminals, there are still plenty of great hotels to choose from to extend your stay.
One of the best places to stay is on the mainland, either in the Mestre or Marghera towns. Mestre offers a variety of budget friendly options, all within easy bus access of the city centre.
Hotels in Marghera are some of the most competitively priced and offer easy access to popular attractions such as the Chiesa dei Santi Francesco e Chiara d’Assiss and the nearby island of Mazzorbo, renowned for its orchards and vineyards.
Can you Walk to Cruise Ship from Venice ?
Although some of the terminals are closer to the centre of Venice than others, the city itself is still within relatively easy walking distance of Marittima cruise terminal.
Venice is only a small place and walking from the main cruise terminal to St Mark’s Square should take no more than about forty-five minutes. For those who would prefer not to walk, the vaporetti (also know as the water bus) is the next best transport option to make your way around the city.
How far is Venice Airport from the Port ?
The nearest airport to Venice is the Marco Polo Airport. Originally only intended for inter Italy flights, you can now fly here directly from other destinations in Europe. Plenty of budget friendly hotels are located near Venice airport as well.
The airport is located roughly 8 miles from central Venice and is 10 miles to the cruise port. The best way to get there is either a 20 minute taxi ride or water bus, although the latter can take up to 60 minutes, so make sure to leave plenty of time. A cheaper option is the ferry that runs from the airport directly to the Stazione Marittima port terminal.
Treviso airport and nearby hotels are approx. 40 minutes away from the cruise port.
How far is Venice Cruise Port from St Mark’s Square ?
One of the best and most famous sights of Venice is of course St Mark’s Square. Known to locals simply as ‘La Piazza’, the square plays host to many cultural and religious events throughout the year.
From here, you can visit St Mark’s Basilica and take in the sights of the clock tower and the Piazzetta dei Leoncini. A little under two miles from the main port terminal, you can choose to take a scenic walk via the famous Rialto Bridge or cross the Grand Canal via the Ponte dell Accademia to reach the Square.
If you would prefer not to walk, the vaporetti water bus will transport you straight there in only a few minutes too. Some ships also have a dedicated shuttle of their own to transport guests to and from St Mark’s Square, so make sure you check with your cruise liner before you travel. There are many different ways to access Venice via the ports, so there is no reason not to explore the city as part of your cruise.