Name: Bella Venezia
Address: N. Zampeli 4, Corfu, 49100, Greece, N. Zampeli 4, Corfu, 49100, Greece
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $81 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Hotel Bella Venezia

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*9.3* Saint Spyridon Church: only 6 minutes away! (1,450 feet by foot)

*8.8* Museum of Ceramic Art: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)

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Gorgeous restored mansion. Well appointed rooms. Lovely outside sitting area with delicious breakfasts.

Carlie

United States of America

Fantastic location. Very helpful staff! Beautiful Outdoor garden. Excellent breakfast. Highly recommend!!

Mark

Canada

The staff's attention to details (complimentary welcone drink, free wine and water un rooms) is refreshing. Breakfast was fine, room was nice and clean and the location is excellent.

Gabriela

Germany

Great breakfast. Very comfortable bed. Quiet. Good location. Friendly staff.

Evy

Greece

The hotel was central, gorgeous, well appointed and walkable location. Staff was amazing and helpful. Spiros guided us infallibly & warmly throughout our stay. Also, very lovely breakfast every morning.

David

India

Very comfortable, friendly and classy hotel. Location - very central in Corfu Town; easy walking distance to many attractions and to a street with great restaurants. Staff - very kind, always with a smile. Breakfast - excellent, omelets made to order, good coffee, high quality products; Very nice garden where one can have breakfast. Comfortable beds, we had very good rest. Wi fi worked well.

Anna

Russia

Very nice courtyard where breakfast was served. Staff was extremely helpful.

Susan

Canada

The old style ambience. The wonderful staff. Would love to stay again

John

South Africa

Hotel is in good location staff made u feel very welcome Eating breakfast in the hotel gardens was a lovely way to start the day

Jane

United Kingdom

Wonderful location, beautiful old building (nicely renovated), a fantastic courtyard for breakfast (most enjoyable atmosphere and good food).

Villy

United States of America

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What guests loved the most:
“Gorgeous restored mansion. Well appointed rooms. Lovely outside sitting area with delicious breakfasts.”

Carlie United States of America
“Fantastic location. Very helpful staff! Beautiful Outdoor garden. Excellent breakfast. Highly recommend!!”

Mark Canada
“The staff's attention to details (complimentary welcone drink, free wine and water un rooms) is refreshing. Breakfast was fine, room was nice and clean and the location is excellent.”

Gabriela Germany
“Great breakfast. Very comfortable bed. Quiet. Good location. Friendly staff.”

Evy Greece
“The hotel was central, gorgeous, well appointed and walkable location. Staff was amazing and helpful. Spiros guided us infallibly & warmly throughout our stay.”

David India
“Very comfortable, friendly and classy hotel. Location - very central in Corfu Town; easy walking distance to many attractions and to a street with great restaurants.”

Anna Russia
“Very nice courtyard where breakfast was served. Staff was extremely helpful.”

Susan Canada
“The old style ambience. The wonderful staff. Would love to stay again”

John South Africa
“Hotel is in good location staff made u feel very welcome Eating breakfast in the hotel gardens was a lovely way to start the day”

Jane United Kingdom
“Wonderful location, beautiful old building (nicely renovated), a fantastic courtyard for breakfast (most enjoyable atmosphere and good food).”

Villy United States of America

Stay in the Heart of Corfu –

One of our best sellers in Corfu! Centrally located just steps from Corfu Town's central square "Spianada", this restored historical mansion offers comfortable rooms with breakfast included, within a lovely garden setting.

Bella Venezia Hotel is housed in a beautiful neo-classical mansion, providing a haven of peace in the heart of Corfu's vibrant capital.

Each of the guest rooms is comfortably furnished and appointed with a work area and air conditioning. Check your emails using free wireless internet access.

In the spring and summer months, a generous Greek breakfast with local delicacies can be enjoyed on Bella Venezia's spacious terrace. Guests can order their preferred style of eggs prepared with virgin olive oil and relax among the flowers in the picturesque garden.

Bella Venezia's excellent location is just a short walk from Corfu's most important attractions, including the museums and fortresses. There are also many restaurants, shops and cafés nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.8 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

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Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Serbian Museum
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Archaeological Museum
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Solomos Museum
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Museum of Ceramic Art
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Theotoki G. Square
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Municipal Gallery
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Kolla Square
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Museum of Banknotes
0.3 miles
Saint Spyridon Church
0.3 miles

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Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
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Ioannina Airport
48 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The welcome, the location, the facilities, the cleanliness the comfort and the staff were very helpful”

Jonathan

United Kingdom

“Warm welcome, beds with confy. Good breakfast, near the center but quiet.”

Nicole

France

“Perfect location, just situated away from the noise of the city center but near enough to reach it within a few minutes walk. Friendly service staff. ”

Stephanie

Singapore

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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Pets are not allowed.

Bella Venezia accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Kindly note that Bella Venezia participates in the Greek Breakfast Initiative by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.

Please note that during high season, limited parking space is available in the area.

Please inform Bella Venezia of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise.

License number: MHTE0829K060B0184700

“The staff's attention to details (complimentary welcone drink, free wine and water un rooms) is refreshing. Breakfast was fine, room was nice and clean and the location is excellent.”

“The hotel was central, gorgeous, well appointed and walkable location. Staff was amazing and helpful. Spiros guided us infallibly & warmly throughout our stay. Also, very lovely breakfast every morning.”

“Very comfortable, friendly and classy hotel. Location - very central in Corfu Town; easy walking distance to many attractions and to a street with great restaurants. Staff - very kind, always with a smile. Breakfast - excellent, omelets made to order, good coffee, high quality products; Very nice garden where one can have breakfast. Comfortable beds, we had very good rest. Wi fi worked well.”

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Reviewed: September 23, 2019

Saskia
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Perfect stay of in the heart of Corfu town”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
We have been coming for years to Bella Venezia, ever since we visited for our honeymoon in 2008. We still love staying here, as much as back then! A special thank you to all the wonderful staff who are always there to welcome us.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 22, 2019

Alice
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
Our stay at the Bella Venezia was fantastic. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the location was superb, a 5 minute walk into shops/bars and restaurants.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 16, 2019

Ana
Germany
8.8

“Recommended”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very good location (city center) and friendly staff.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 13, 2019

Patrick
United Kingdom
9.6

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- • Couple
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Every thing was nice about our stay, especially the staff. However, could have had coffee making facilities in the room.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 12, 2019

Charles
United States of America
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Rooms a bit small
The staff was wonderful

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 10, 2019

Bateman
United Kingdom
10

“A great hotel that we will return to.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hotel is in an excellent location and all the staff are very friendly and helpful. The customer service is outstanding. The breakfast is delicious with many choices and the garden area is a relaxing place to sit and have a drink.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 10, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hotel was beautiful and staff were outstanding.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 10, 2019

Debra
Australia
9.6

“Fantastic hotel in an enchanting town.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Small shower stall
The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 6, 2019

Yasmin
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bit noisy
Fab staff, gorgeous terrace for breakfast and evening drinks, superb location.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 3, 2019

Melanie
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
Charming hotel with a pretty, peaceful garden. Great location and attentive staff.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 27, 2019

Carol
United Kingdom

17 helpful votes
9.2

“Lovely stay in beautiful hotel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Would have appreciated a bottle of water every day.
Lovely hotel with friendly helpful staff. Breakfast in the garden was delicious. Great location, easy to explore the town. Water and wine welcome in the room.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 25, 2019

Jonathan
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“One night stay could have stayed longer!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing comes to mind
The welcome, the location, the facilities, the cleanliness the comfort and the staff were very helpful

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 24, 2019

Avril
Ireland
10

“Very special and we will definitely return”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A longer stay
Bed very comfortable but there is something very special about the hotel. Highly recommend it.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 24, 2019

Helen
United Kingdom
10

“Excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wonderful stay lovely staff great breakfast

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 19, 2019

George
Cyprus

1 helpful vote
10

“Everything was perfect!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Everything was perfect. The hotel is very clean, and the staff is very friendly. Very good location and Modern rooms! We wish we could stay longer!

Stayed in August 2019

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	Deluxe Double Room with Balcony 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Designed with honeymooners in mind, the bridal room features traditional iron beds, silk colorful curtains and romantic décor. Includes bathroom with shower and central balcony facing the garden or the old town. For stay over 2 nights the hotel offers roses in the room and a bottle of Asti Martini. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • City view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Classic Double or Twin Room with Balcony 1 full bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located on the middle floor this room overlooks the garden. The bathroom comes with hairdryer and free toiletries. Twin rooms offer a shower while double rooms feature a bathtub. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Comfort Venezian Loft 2 twin beds or 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located at the top floor, this air-conditioned room overlooks the town or garden from its small window. It has a flat-screen, satellite TV and a mini fridge. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Please note that twin rooms offer a shower, while double rooms feature a bathtub. Kindly note that this room type has small, horizontal windows with limited view and no balcony. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Interconnecting room(s) available • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Classic Double or Twin Room 1 full bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Elegantly decorated, these rooms are fitted with hypoallergenic mattresses and include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe and a work desk. Bathrooms offer luxury toiletries, hairdryer and slippers.They have garden or town views. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • City view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Classic Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Elegantly decorated, these rooms are fitted with hypoallergenic mattresses and include free WiFi, air conditioning, safe and a work desk. Bathrooms offer luxury toiletries, hairdryer and slippers.They have garden or town views. Please note that this room type cannot accommodate an extra bed. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • City view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Venezian Loft Single 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located on the top floor, this air-conditioned room overlooks the town or garden from its small window. It has a flat-screen, satellite TV and a mini fridge. Free WiFi is provided. Please note that twin rooms offer a shower, while double rooms feature a bathtub. Kindly note that this room type has small windows with limited view and no balcony. It cannot accommodate an extra bed. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Interconnecting room(s) available • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Master Suite Living room: 2 sofa beds Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located on the top floor, this master suite opens to a balcony with panoramic views over Corfu Town. It includes a flat-screen, satellite TV, free WiFi and a bathroom with a bath. The master bedroom is separated with a sliding door from the seating, where 2 sofas can be found. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linens Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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