We were delighted by the lovely spacious room at this fantastic location close to the train station in Venice. The hotel was charming and our room was tastefully decorated with artwork,
furniture and fabrics that gave it a peaceful, elegant feel. We even had a couch for relaxing and the marble floors felt cool under our feet - wonderful to come back to after walking around Venice all day. The shower was on the small side, but this is common in many Italian hotels. Reception is open 24 hours and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.
So we were surprised that the breakfast was poor - well below the standard of spreads in cheaper hotels we stayed at in Italy. Included in the fare was a horrible cordial which we had hoped was juice and tasteless cornflakes. The only pastries on offer two of the mornings we had breakfast were pain au chocolat, which we wouldn't eat for breakfast. A plain cake, which
many Italian hotels served for breakfast, was also an option - again another thing we wouldn't eat for breakfast. I notice some reviewers have mentioned getting a savoury option or scrambled eggs, but we weren't offered this. There were some processed (can you believe it in Italy) cheese slices on the breakfast counter. We longed for museli and fresh fruit. The only
saviour was the morning cappuccino which was delicious. I believe there is an option to stay at this hotel without breakfast and this is what I'd recommend, although it might be expensive finding breakfast somewhere else in Venice as prices are at a premium here. Otherwise, if you're not too fussed about what you eat for breakfast, you'll get by.

The room was a little small, but with beautiful tiled floors and a cute little bathroom. The hotel is on a main pedestrian street full of restaurants, shops, and very close to the train station and the bus stop for the airport. But the best is the staff. We had the most wonderful breakfasts included with homemade cappuccinos and scrambled eggs to order. Our hostess was always smiling and cheerful and made us feel very welcome. We would definitely stay there again.

My daughters first visit to Venice.
Hotel situated just 300 mtrs from the railroad station on a "tourist trap" street.
Nice room with air condition, but costly (as it is in Venice).
Breakfast not included.

Spent two nights here as a solo traveller in July 2012. Location was excellent - I walked out of the train station and the hotel was literally a few hundred metres on the left in a busy street with lots of shops, cafes and gelato stands. I had to wait about 15 minutes in reception before I could check in as there was no-one around but when the lady did arrive (I didn't get her name but I wish I had), she was friendly, helpful and always said hello and addressed me by name each day - lovely! My room was small but comfortable and modern with a wardrobe and desk. Bathroom was small and shower was very small - hot water was scarce in the evening but enough for a quick shower. Air-conditioning was welcome in the heat and really appreciated the toiletries in the bathroom. Only negative would be wi-fi - it is not free (20 euro for 24 hours, which can be used over space of a week) and only available in the lobby. I got access intermittently in my room but it made it hard to Skype my family at home. Also have to pay a refundable deposit to get TV remote (weird?) - I didn't bother. Breakfast was average - on my first morning, I was taken to a nearby hotel for breakfast (instead of the actual hotel) with no explanation and food was pretty grim; cereal and some pastries. Second morning was much better, served at the hotel with offer of coffee etc and scrambled eggs, along with cereal etc. Hotel is in good spot to access all the sites - water taxi and ferry stand right outside station. Buy a 12 hour ferry card for 18 euro and it gives you unlimited trips - great for visiting lots of sites. Takes about 40 minutes to reach San Marco. Hotel staff very helpful with sightseeing advice. Word of warning - street of hotel seems to be prize territory for hawkers selling fake designer bags/sunnies. I was harassed one day by a man who repeatedly asked me to buy a bag and followed me down the street, despite my persistent "no"! Nothing scary but just something to be aware of - I was a solo traveller and never felt fearful but was just taken by surprise! I would recommend this hotel, particularly to those travelling by train, very convenient.