In the heart of Castello, Rio Hotel offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi and a cozy lobby where you can enjoy coffee and tea. Guests have praised the helpful staff, and you'll appreciate amenities like luggage storage, tour assistance, concierge services, multilingual staff support during your stay.
Located in Castello, a neighborhood in Venice, Rio Hotel is near a train station and on the waterfront. Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grand Canal and Lido of Venice Beaches. Marina di Venezia and San Teodoro are also worth visiting. Visit our Venice travel guide
4358 - Campo SS. Filippo e Giacomo, Venice, VE, 30122
What's nearby
St. Mark's Square
1 min walk - 0.0 km
St. Mark's Basilica
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Riva degli Schiavoni
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Doge's Palace
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Rialto Bridge
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Restaurants
Ducale Caffè
2 min walk
Birreria Penasa 2.0
1 min walk
Rossopomodoro
2 min walk
Osteria da Baco
1 min walk
Ristorante Terrazza Danieli
2 min walk
About this property
Rio Hotel
Hotel near St. Mark's Square
A short walk from Doge's Palace and Grand Canal, Rio Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
English breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
Concierge services, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Rio Hotel have perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Down comforters, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14 for adults and EUR 8 for children
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Crib (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
On the waterfront
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Crib (surcharge)
Down comforter
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LED TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 25 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booking their stay in Venice are kindly requested to visit the #EnjoyRespectVenezia site www.comune.venezia.it/en/content/enjoyrespectvenezia for important information and regulations applied in the city.
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)
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per night
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 1.40 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.70 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 February - 31 December, EUR 2.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.00 per night for guests aged 10-16 years old.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for English breakfast: approximately EUR 14 for adults and EUR 8 for children
Late check-in fee: EUR 25 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 PM
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night
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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
Rio Hotel Venice
Rio Venice
Rio Hotel Hotel
Rio Hotel Venice
Rio Hotel Hotel Venice
Frequently asked questions
Is Rio Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, Rio Hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Rio Hotel?
As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Hotel on 22 March 2026 start from AED 373, 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 property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Rio Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM–
2:00 PM for a fee of EUR 25.
What time is check-out at Rio Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rio Hotel located?
Located in Castello, this hotel is steps from Riva degli Schiavoni, St. Mark's Square, and Doge's Palace. St. Mark's Basilica and Rialto Bridge are also within 10 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 29 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 29 minutes.
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Reviews
Rio Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
It is a decent hotel. Clean rooms and very nice staff. The breakfast was good too. It is a small hotel in a very nice area. Very close to St. Mark square.
Very clean and convenient property for solo traveller exploring Venice. Central location, easy to get to by ferry from Venezia S. Lucia train station (30 minute walk is a bit tricky due to nature of Venice streets/bridges, but manageable if no accessibility concerns). Amazing bakery (‘Venice Bakery’) nearby, had best panini and pastry I’ve tried in Italy so far.
Great location just off San Marco Square. Easy access to vespetto stations, gondola stations, San Marco Basilica, Doge Palace and the Rialto area is a short walk.
Checkin was lovely and helpful. She gave us our room early. The maid provided a fan. Great shower, bed. Excellent location right on a square with many dining choices. However, pretty noisy at night- at least until midnight. Bring white noise. Didn’t add on breakfast. The room and choices seemed cramped and crowded. Breakfast was available at downstairs cafes.
Excellent property and beautiful location! The receptionist was so helpful with bus timetables and best attractions near us!
Salman
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill
26 July 2025
Liked: Amenities
I loved the location of this hotel. It was very easy to get to via the Vaporetto and Google Maps. Many food choices within minutes, close to canals, and just a few minutes from the square. My room was clean, the air conditioning worked, and there was a mini refrigerator. I had a single room but after a long time of traveling throughout Europe, it was nice to have my own bathroom/shower with a hairdryer! I would stay again.
Not luxurious, but very clean and comfortable. There is no elevator, so be aware if you are travelling with folks with mobility issues that they will have to use the stairs unless you get a a first floor room
Nice little hotel! Rooms very clean and comfortable beds. Would book again, however, would request a room away from the breakfast area which was busy and loud early in the morning.
Hotel Rio is located in a small square with many dining options. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We only paid for the English Breakfast one day but it had great options of bacon rashers, sausages, hash brown patties and scrambled eggs. The location is extremely convenient as it is only a two minute walk from the Vaporetto station. This gave us convenient access to the Train Station, other parts of Venice, and the islands of Burano and Murano. The square outside the hotel is quite lively but everything closes down precisely at midnight and it was quiet until 8:00 AM. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and loved exploring the streets of Venice. We would definitely recommend Hotel Rio to anyone visiting Venice. Grazie Mille!
Perfect location. It's really convenient and close to all the most important places to visit. Comfortable room with a lot of space even for a single room. Only drawback is that the air conditioning didn't work properly in my room on the second floor and it was really hot inside the room. Other than that, I'd give it a 10 and would definitely stay there again.