Piccolo Vecellio
A compact Venice base where pets are welcome and the Wi-Fi is free.
A place to stay in Venice
Piccolo Vecellio is a small hotel in Venice, rated 4.4/5 across 800 guest reviews. Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a private bathroom — everything needed for a functional, comfortable stay without excess. Pet owners will find the property directly accommodating, which is less common in Venice than you might expect. An airport shuttle runs at an additional charge, and the front desk handles luggage storage — useful when check-in and check-out times don't align with your travel schedule.
Who this stay suits
A no-frills but well-equipped small hotel in Venice, with strong staff marks, free Wi-Fi, and genuine pet-friendly rooms.
Best for
- Travellers with pets
- Solo and couple stays on a budget
- Guests who need airport shuttle access
- Short city breaks
Less suited to
- Those wanting on-site dining
- Travellers seeking spacious accommodation
Venice location, practical scale
Piccolo Vecellio sits in Venice — a city where even getting a suitcase through the door can be a feat. The property keeps things compact and manageable, with baggage storage available so you can move around the city unencumbered.
Rooms designed for real stays
The Small Double Room has a queen bed, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, refrigerator, and a private bathroom with shower, bidet, and free toiletries. There is also a desk and wardrobe — basics that matter on a longer stay.
Pets genuinely welcome
Pet-friendly rooms are a stated feature, not a footnote. In a city where many properties simply turn animals away, Piccolo Vecellio's policy is a practical draw for guests travelling with dogs or cats.
Rooms & suites
Small Double Room
1 queen bed
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Coffee machine
- Free Wifi
Standout features
Inside Piccolo Vecellio
Amenities at Piccolo Vecellio
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Daily housekeeping
- Baggage storage
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Arriving in Venice
Piccolo Vecellio is 7.1 km from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), where Alilaguna water buses and land buses serve the city. Venezia Santa Lucia station is about 1.6 km away, roughly a 20-minute walk. Venice has no roads for cars: arrivals park at Piazzale Roma or Mestre and continue by vaporetto water bus, water taxi or on foot, and luggage usually crosses at least one stepped bridge. Italian cities charge a tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) per person per night, collected by the property rather than included in the booking total; the rate depends on the city and the property's star rating, and many properties still take it in cash.
Across 800 reviews, guests rate Piccolo Vecellio 4.4/5. The most frequently praised aspects are the staff, the free Wi-Fi, and the location. No single negative theme dominates the feedback, suggesting a property that delivers reliably on its modest promise.
- Staff9.3
- Facilities8.6
- Cleanliness9.1
- Comfort9.1
- Value For Money8.6
- Location9.2
- Free Wifi9.3
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Piccolo Vecellio located?
The hotel is in Venice, Italy. The city's layout means walking and vaporetto (water bus) are the primary ways to get around once you arrive — there are no roads for cars within central Venice.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, Piccolo Vecellio provides an airport shuttle service. Note that it runs at an additional charge, so factor that into your transfer budget when planning arrival and departure.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Piccolo Vecellio has pet-friendly rooms — one of its signature features. If you plan to bring a pet, mention this when booking to confirm availability of the appropriate room.
What room types are available?
The property has Small Double Rooms, each with a queen bed, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, refrigerator, and a private bathroom with shower and bidet.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is not listed among the hotel's confirmed amenities or inclusions. Check your specific rate at booking, as arrangements can vary by room type or season.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and is one of the most positively mentioned aspects in guest reviews.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Parking is not listed among the hotel's facilities. Given Venice's car-free centre, visitors typically use the Piazzale Roma car parks or Tronchetto island and travel from there by foot or vaporetto.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Specific times are not confirmed in our current facts. Contact the hotel directly to confirm. Baggage storage is available, which helps if you arrive before a room is ready or need to keep bags after check-out.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
The available room type is a Small Double Room with one queen bed, which suits couples or solo travellers best. Families with specific bed configuration needs should contact the hotel before booking.
What is the price range?
Rooms start from $65 per night. Rates will vary by season and availability — check directly with the hotel or your preferred booking platform for current pricing.
Is the hotel non-smoking?
Yes. Piccolo Vecellio is a non-smoking property.
What languages does the staff speak?
Staff speak English and Italian, making communication straightforward for most international visitors.