Porta Orientalis Venice
Venezia · Italy

Porta Orientalis Venice

Residence featuring self-catering apartments located in the Cannaregio district of Venice, close to the Jewish Ghetto and Santa Lucia train station, offering accommodation with kitchen facilities.

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7.7 Score
474 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Venezia
Nearby Venetian Ghetto · 400 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Porta Orientalis Venice

Porta Orientalis Venice is an aparthotel located in the quiet Cannaregio district of Venice, a few steps from the famous Jewish Ghetto and just 50 metres from the Guglie water bus stop. The property offers self-catering accommodation set within a typical Venetian setting, suitable for guests seeking an independent base to explore the lagoon city.

The units are divided into one- or two-bedroom apartments, all equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and traditional Venetian floors. Each unit includes a kitchenette or fully equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, and coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom and flat-screen TV. Santa Lucia train station is a 7-minute walk away, while the Basilica dei Frari and the Rialto Bridge are a 15-minute walk and 1.5 km away respectively, providing convenient access to key historical sights.

Porta Orientalis Venice
★ 7.7 · Good · 474 reviews

Plan your stay at Porta Orientalis Venice

Residence featuring self-catering apartments located in the Cannaregio district of Venice, close to the Jewish Ghetto and Santa Lucia train station, offering accommodation with kitchen facilities.

Room types

The accommodations at Porta Orientalis Venice combine an authentic Venetian stay with the independence of a self-catering property. Options include one- or two-bedroom apartments, suited for couples, families, or small groups of up to four guests.

All apartments feature characteristic elements such as classic Venetian terrazzo floors and are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and iPod docking stations. A kitchenette equipped with a microwave, kettle, coffee machine, and oven provides flexibility for preparing daily meals. Each unit is completed by a private bathroom fitted with a shower, bidet, and hairdryer.

One-Bedroom Apartment (2 Adults) — Porta Orientalis Venice
One-Bedroom Apartment (2 Adults)
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Kitchen, View, Air conditioning

Spacious 30-square-metre apartment designed to accommodate two guests. The accommodation features a large double bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a private bathroom with a shower.

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One-Bedroom Apartment with External Private Bathroom (2 Adults) — Porta Orientalis Venice
One-Bedroom Apartment with External Private Bathroom (2 Adults)
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view, Kitchen, Air conditioning

A 25-square-metre unit designed for two guests, featuring a comfortable garden view. It offers a sleeping area with a large double bed and a kitchenette, paired with a private bathroom located just outside the room.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults) — Porta Orientalis Venice
Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Garden view, Kitchen, Air conditioning

Spacious 50-square-metre accommodation capable of welcoming up to four adult guests. The apartment is divided into two separate bedrooms — one with a double bed and one with a bunk bed —, a living area, and an equipped kitchen.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you are looking for the independence of a self-catering apartment in central Venice.
  • Yes, if you want to stay very close to Santa Lucia train station (450 metres).
  • Yes, if you wish to experience the authentic atmosphere of the Cannaregio district and the Jewish Ghetto.
  • Yes, if you are traveling with family or a small group and require two bedrooms.
  • Yes, if you appreciate convenient water bus access, with the Guglie stop just 50 metres away.

Maybe not, if...

  • Perhaps not, if you are looking for a hotel with included breakfast service.
  • Perhaps not, if you have difficulty with stairs, as the property does not have an elevator.
  • Perhaps not, if you arrive by car and require private parking nearby.
  • Perhaps not, if you wish to travel with pets.

Hotel facilities & services

Porta Orientalis Venice offers a range of amenities designed to ensure a practical stay in the lagoon. The apartments feature free high-speed Wi-Fi coverage throughout, alongside individually controlled heating and air-conditioning systems.

To facilitate arrival and departure, luggage storage is available for guests wishing to explore the city before check-in or after check-out. The entire residence is strictly non-smoking, and access to upper-floor units is via traditional stairs. Guests enjoy the independence of private accommodation supported by modern conveniences such as flat-screen TVs and docking stations.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • View
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage

General facilities

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Private apartment in building
  • Luggage storage
  • Air conditioning
  • Entire property is non-smoking
  • Heating
  • Family rooms available
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Key access

Media & technology

  • Internet connection
  • Streaming service (e.g. Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Room amenities

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet

Location & what to see

Porta Orientalis Venice is situated in the Cannaregio district, one of Venice’s most authentic areas, adjacent to the 16th-century Jewish Ghetto. The neighbourhood retains a traditional feel away from the heaviest crowds, where canal-side streets feature traditional bacari, artisan shops, and local restaurants such as Enoteca Vintido and the kosher restaurant Gam Gam, located just 50 metres from the entrance.

The location is convenient for travelers relying on public transport or walking. Venice Santa Lucia train station is 450 metres away, less than a 10-minute walk, facilitating arrival with luggage. The Guglie water bus stop is 50 metres away, providing direct connections across the lagoon and to Venice Marco Polo Airport, located roughly 5 km away. The Costituzione Bridge is 750 metres away.

From Cannaregio, major cultural landmarks are easily reachable on foot. Ca’ d’Oro on the Grand Canal is 700 metres away, while the Scuola Grande di San Rocco and the San Polo district are approximately 800 metres distant. Further into the historic center, the Rialto Bridge is 1 km away, and St. Mark’s Square alongside the Doge’s Palace are 1.5 km away.

Venetian Ghetto — Historic quarter featuring ancient synagogues and museums 400 m
Santa Lucia Train Station — Main city railway station connected to the Grand Canal 450 m
Ca' d'Oro — Late-Gothic palace overlooking the Grand Canal 700 m
Rialto Bridge — Iconic stone bridge and historic commercial landmark 1 km

What guests say about Porta Orientalis Venice

7.7
Good · 474 reviews
Staff
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.2
Cleanliness
8
Facilities
7.1
Value for money
7.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.2

Guests particularly appreciate the location in Cannaregio, highlighting its proximity to the train station and water bus stops. The comfort of the apartments and the helpfulness of the host are also positively reviewed, along with a good overall standard of cleanliness.

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