Avani Rio Novo Venice

🧱 Modern design in Razionalismo Italiano style
🌊 Close to the Grand Canal for classic Venice views
🍷 Surrounded by restaurants, cafés and artisan boutiques
🛶 750m from the nearest vaporetto (waterbus) stop
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly rooms sleeping up to six
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 144 | Floors: 5 | Lifts: 2

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Room Only

Child age guideline: up to 12 years

Dorsoduro is where Venice feels lived-in and creative – home to galleries, student hangouts and canalside bacari. Avani Rio Novo Venice sits right in the heart of this district, nestled among local restaurants, wine bars and independent shops, yet still only a short stroll from the Grand Canal.

You’re also well placed for smooth arrivals and departures: Piazzale Roma and Santa Lucia train station are nearby, so you avoid long walks with luggage and can be exploring in minutes of checking in.

Nearest vaporetto (waterbus) stop: approx. 750m
Santa Lucia train station: approx. 850m
Rialto Bridge: approx. 1.6km
St Mark’s Square: approx. 2km
Doge’s Palace: approx. 2.2km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 20–30 minutes by a combination of road and water transfer, depending on route and connections.

Venice City, Venice, Italy

The hotel’s culinary hub is 8Mm, a contemporary à la carte restaurant that leans into Italian flavours. Expect a relaxed breakfast service to fuel your sightseeing, followed by dinners that showcase regional produce and simple, well-executed dishes. Snacks are also available if you’re in between meals.

Alongside, the 8Mm Lounge Bar serves local and international drinks with a grown‑up, design-led atmosphere – ideal for an aperitivo or nightcap after wandering Venice’s calli. Some areas of the bar are adults-only.

A smart dress code may apply at dinner, and opening times, reservations and any supplements can vary by season and board arrangement (information is based on previous season and subject to change). What All Inclusive typically includes.

As a true city hotel in the historic centre, Avani Rio Novo Venice does not feature a swimming pool or beach – instead, the “pool” is Venice itself. Step outside and you’re moments from quiet canals, atmospheric campos and the Grand Canal, with vaporetto stops nearby to ferry you to the Lido’s beaches or out across the lagoon.

Stay on track between cicchetti stops at the hotel’s air conditioned gym, equipped with cardio machines and a free weights area (minimum age 18 years, typically open 07:00–20:00, subject to occupancy).

Other practical touches include a 24-hour reception with luggage storage and equipment hire such as wheelchairs (on request, subject to availability and possible local charges).

There is no full spa on site, but Venice’s hammams, beauty salons and wellness spaces are within easy reach if you fancy a treatment day between museum visits.

Standard Double Room
Sleeps: 2
Contemporary rooms with clean lines and soft, neutral tones – a calm contrast to the city’s bustle. Expect a comfortable double bed, desk area and compact seating. Facilities include:
– Flat-screen television
– Free Wi‑Fi
– Safety deposit box
– Kettle
– Hairdryer
– Minibar (local charges apply)
– Bathroom with bath or shower
– Air conditioning
– Daily room cleaning and towel change

Standard Double Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
All the essentials of the Standard Double, tailored for solo travellers wanting extra space, privacy and design touches without compromise.

Standard Double Room with View
Sleeps: up to 3
Similar to Standard Doubles but with enhanced views – typically over neighbouring rooftops or canals – plus the option for an additional bed for a third guest.

Standard Double Room with View for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
Adds an elevated outlook to the solo-friendly layout, ideal if you like to wake up to a sense of place before stepping out.

Superior Double Room
Sleeps: 2
A step up in space and comfort, with a more generous layout and upgraded furnishings. Perfect if you’re staying longer or appreciate a little more room to unwind between sightseeing sessions.

Superior Double Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
All Superior features with extra breathing space for solo travellers.

Junior Suite
Sleeps: up to 3
Open-plan living with a lounge-style area and sleeping zone in one light-filled space. Great if you’re sharing with a friend or want a dedicated spot to relax with a drink and guidebook.

Junior Suite for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
Suite-style living just for you – a generous base for work trips, extended stays or slow-burn exploration.

Family Room
Sleeps: up to 6
Designed with groups and families in mind, these rooms offer significantly more space and flexible bedding configurations, making it easier to keep everyone together under one roof in Venice.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🏋️ Air conditioned gym with cardio and free weights (18+, typical hours 07:00–20:00)
🚶 Explore Dorsoduro’s galleries, churches and canal-side walks right from the door
🛶 Easy access to vaporetto routes for DIY lagoon-hopping to Murano, Burano and the Lido
🍷 Evenings spent bar-hopping between local bacari and wine bars in the surrounding streets

While there’s no formal entertainment programme, the entire city is your cultural playground – from opera and classical concerts to contemporary art and neighbourhood festivals.

🛎️ Reception with luggage storage
♿ Equipment hire including wheelchair (on request; local charges may apply)
👨‍👩‍👧 Restaurant with highchairs for younger guests
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧹 Daily housekeeping and towel change
🛏️ Range of room types for solos, couples and larger families or groups

Services and facilities can change seasonally; exact details are confirmed on arrival.

Destination essentials
• Location: Venice, Italy
• Language: Italian (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +1 (GMT +2 in summer)
• Typical local costs (approximate):
  – Local beer: ~£4.30
  – Single public transport ticket: ~£1.30
  – Meal for two in a mid-range restaurant: ~£60

Avani Rio Novo Venice is in Venice’s Dorsoduro district, close to the Grand Canal, around 750m from the nearest vaporetto stop and 850m from Santa Lucia station. Venice’s historic centre is largely car-free, so expect to use a combination of walking and water transport to get around.

Hotel information is based on supplier details and may change, especially opening times and seasonal services. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Italy advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Avani Rio Novo Venice in a good area for first-time visitors?
Yes. Dorsoduro is one of the best bases for a first or second visit to Venice. It’s atmospheric but not overly crowded, with plenty of local restaurants and bars, yet you’re still within easy walking distance of the Grand Canal, Rialto and St Mark’s Square. Being close to Piazzale Roma and Santa Lucia train station also makes arrival and departure simpler than in more remote sestieri.

2. How do I get to Avani Rio Novo Venice from Venice Marco Polo Airport?
You can combine a land taxi or bus to Piazzale Roma with a short walk, or use a shared or private water taxi that brings you closer to the hotel area. Typical total journey time is around 20–30 minutes depending on your chosen route and connections.

3. Does Avani Rio Novo Venice have family rooms?
Yes. As well as Standard and Superior Doubles and Junior Suites, the hotel offers spacious Family rooms that can sleep up to six guests, making it a strong option for families or small groups who want to stay together in the same room. Highchairs are available in the restaurant, and the guideline child age is up to 12 years.

4. Is breakfast included at Avani Rio Novo Venice?
Breakfast is included if you book a Bed and Breakfast stay. You can also choose Room Only if you’d rather eat out in local cafés. Breakfast is typically served in the hotel’s main restaurant, 8Mm, and service style or timings may vary seasonally.

5. Is there Wi‑Fi at Avani Rio Novo Venice?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and public areas, so you can easily plan your days, keep in touch or stream content during downtime.

6. Does Avani Rio Novo Venice have a pool or spa?
No. As a central Venice city hotel, Avani Rio Novo Venice does not have a swimming pool or full spa. It does, however, offer an air conditioned gym with cardio and weights, and you’re well placed to reach Venice’s many spas, hammams and wellness centres if you’d like to book treatments independently.

7. Is Avani Rio Novo Venice accessible for guests with reduced mobility?
The hotel has lifts and offers equipment hire such as wheelchairs via reception (on request, subject to availability and possible local charges). However, Venice’s historic streets and bridges can be challenging, so we recommend discussing your specific needs with a Travelisto travel designer before booking.