The Venetian Ghetto has always aroused pejorative connotations because of the history attached to it. It is where Jews were impelled to give in to the Venetian Republic. The area is now divided into Ghetto Nuove and Ghetto Vecchio (Old and new ghetto respectively). There are Venice hotels that are located in the area namely:
Hotel Abbazia
Staying in this three-star hotel simply means enjoying breakfast in a serene garden every morning. The hotel is situated at a walking distance of 100m from Santa Lucia. Standing on an old abbey, the hotel maintains its ancient elegance and is indeed a quiet place to stay. The friendly staff offer guests all the information they might require on various attractions in Venice. Currency exchange and internet facilities are also offered. The 50 rooms on offer include a Standard Double room that goes for E 170, a triple for E 215, a Superior double and triple room that rate at E 200 and E 240 respectively.
Hotel Belle Époque
This three star hotel offers guest a unique opportunity of exploring the Venetian Ghetto. The environment is quiet and it is only a short stroll from Santa Lucia. The rooms are air conditioned and come with Satellite TV and marble bathrooms, as well as unlimited internet connection. It prides of a modern dining hall and a free buffet breakfast. A single room in this 35-room hotel goes for E 115 with a double room going for E 160.
Hotel Bosco Lobellini
Only a walking distance from the Santa Lucia Railway Station and a water bus stop only 100 meters, the Hotel Bosco Lobellini has classic rooms that offer a beautiful view of the Grand Canal. Of all other Venice Hotels, the hotel has been the choice of many international guests for two centuries. The hall is embellished using the famous Murano glass that gives it the Venetian touch. Internet services are offered at a small fee. It has a capacity of 97 rooms with a classic double room going for E 136, Deluxe double for E 192 and a deluxe twin room with buffet breakfast at E 240.
Hotel Principe
This four star hotel overlooks the Grand Canal and is just a few meters from the Santa Lucia Station. It has magnificent rooms that offer excellent view of the canal. International newspapers are available in the hotel as well as a conference room with a capacity of 50. The delicacies offered in the hotel’s restaurant include Venetian dishes coupled with international cuisines. The private water entrance makes it easy to access upon arrival on either a motor taxi or a gondola. The hotel is one of the biggest Venice hotels with a maximum capacity of 137. A Classic double room goes for E 240, with triple going for E 300. A superior Double room’s rate if E 340.
Hotel Continental
The three star hotel sits in an historic building that dates back to 15th century. The hotel offers a magnificent view of the Grand Canal and makes it easy in the discovery of tourist attraction sites. The cocktail bar offers both Venetian and international cuisines. Varieties of dishes are also served as well as a candlelit dinner in the cellar. The hotel has a capacity of 93, with a single room going for E 176, a double costing E 310 and a quad room going for E 340.