Location

A hotel just a beautiful 10 minute stroll from Piazza San Marco, near the Arsenale and Giardini della Biennale: the Hotel Corte Contarina is strategically located for discovering the heart of Venice on foot, starting from the Sestiere di Castello.

The Hotel is situated in Via Garibaldi, in the center of Castello, just 5 minutes from the Church of San Pietro di Castello, the ancient cathedral of Venice until 1809. The Hotel Corte Contarina is set in an absolutely breathtaking backdrop: the Punta della Dogana as well as the islands of San Giorgio and Giudecca are all visible from the hotel's location. Rio della Tana is just 20 meters from the hotel, a typical calle from which water taxis can be conveniently taken for fast, private transportation.

How to reach us

BY TRAIN: Venice Santa Lucia train station
From the square in front of "Santa Lucia" Train Station we recommend taking the vaporetto number 5.1 or number 1 or 2 (the slower scenic route along the Grand Canal) and getting off at the "Giardini Biennale” stop. Continue as for ""From the Giardini Biennale landing"".
BY CAR
From the toll booth of the A4 and A27 motorways, follow the signs for Venice. Park your car in one of the garages of Piazzale Roma (directions at the end of Ponte della Libertà, the long bridge connecting Venice to the mainland). From Piazzale Roma take vaporetto no. 5.1, no. 6 or no. 1 (the slower scenic route along the Grand Canal), and get off at the "Giardini Biennale" stop. Continue as for "From the Giardini Biennale landing".
BY PLANE
From Venice "Marco Polo” Airport we recommend taking the “Alilaguna - red line” motorboat service and getting off at the “Arsenale” stop. Turn right, cross 2 bridges and then walk along Via Garibaldi. The Church of San Giovanni di Paola will appear on the left around 150 meters on; take the alley on the left of the Church, walk on for 20 meters and then turn left: the hotel will be facing you. Alternatively, take the bus up to Piazzale Roma and then follow the directions for the hotel from Piazzale Roma.

From Treviso "San Giuseppe" Airport, the ATVO shuttle service departs for “Venezia - Piazzale Roma” after the arrival of each flight. From Piazzale Roma take vaporetto no. 5.1, no. 6 or no. 1 (the slower scenic route along the Grand Canal), and get off at the "Giardini Biennale" stop. Continue as for "From the Giardini Biennale landing".
FROM THE "GIARDINI BIENNALE" LANDING
Walk along the 'tree-lined' street which connects with Via Garibaldi: the Church of San Giovanni di Paola will appear in front of you. Take the alley on the left of the Church, walk on for 20 meters and then turn left: the hotel will be facing you.