Venice’s train station, Santa Lucia, is located in Venice’s center: the train crosses Liberty Bridge, that separates Italy’s mainland from the lagoon of islands on which the city of Venice is built. The choice of a hotel in Venice close to the train station enables you to get rid of your luggage as soon as you arrive and visit freely the beautiful city center, either walking, as the islands on which the city is built are connected by 455 bridges, or using a vaporetto, a traditional Venetian bus-boat, or even a private taxi boat. Unlike many train station neighborhoods in Europe, the area of Santa Lucia is clean and lively, and a very convenient place to be based during your stay in Venice.
There is a wide choice of hotels in Venice close to the train station, and you will surely find one fitting your preferences and budget. All touristic facilities are available close to the station: maps, vaporetto tickets, museum passes, information, etc. Besides, staying close to the train station makes it easier for you to enjoy Venice as long as possible without missing your train ride back, as you won’t have to carry your luggage around.