Villa Gardenia

Forty kilometres east of Venice along the Adriatic littoral, Villa Gardenia is a three-star hotel on Via Marinella in Eraclea Mare — a low-rise beach resort flanked by pine forests, with the sandy shoreline roughly a five-minute walk from the property. A practical choice for families and drivers seeking a quieter alternative to the Lido.

Free parking removes the logistical strain common to Veneto coastal stays. Family rooms, facilities for disabled guests, and non-smoking accommodation cover the core practical needs without frills. Free WiFi runs throughout.

Check-in opens at 14:30 and check-out closes at 09:30 — tighter than typical resort windows, worth noting for guests with late trains from Venice Santa Lucia.