Upon arrival we were told the restaurant was fully booked for the weekend, but as requested they had made a reservation for us that evening. After freshening up we attended the restaurant to be met by a rather unwelcoming lead server, who was not advised of our reservation and seemed quite put out by our arrival, even though the restaurant wasn’t full and not near closing time. The food was tasty but this person didn’t give a hospitable first impression. I say that particularly as another review I read referred to her as having an off day. Like the other hotel guests the following day we made alternative arrangements because they had essentially closed the restaurant because they were hosting a wedding. On our return however we noticed that a tour group of approximately 10 had been accommodated in the restaurant. The Sunday the restaurant was closed for the night. Our experience was a little disappointing and feel the overall service had declined over the years with a change of management

The location, we had stayed at this hotel many years ago and thought it would be a nice location to return.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing

Location. Delightful room, with balcony. Easy to get to Venice central, Murano, Burano. Lido a much more relaxed and less bustling area.

Stayed in May 2024

We often go for the biennial and with the ferry to Giardini and Arsenale still very close. However if you want to go to the Venice center, where main touristic things are it can be a little far.

That’s the second time we stay at the villa Mabapa. We love the facilities and the hotel location. Lido is a great and way quieter place to stay. The room is always great and comfortable. Breakfast definitely improved from two years ago.

Stayed in April 2024

Breakfast is a little weak for such a hotel.

The location is super. The price is good...

Stayed in October 2023

The floor was creaky but its an old building, the bed could have been more comfortable.

Loved the style and location, amazing and well worth getting the ferry! The bathroom was very nice and we had a great view or the water, loved the breakfast, well worth it!

Stayed in September 2023

The only improvements I would make is reduce the bar/restaurant prices for residents and use less plastic for the breakfast buffet.

Giulio was fantastic and welcoming to both me and my father when we checked in, providing great local knowledge of Venice and what we could do in our short time. The room was a good size and the layout optimised the space, spotlessly clean.

Stayed in September 2023

The colours of walls in the upper floors of the building are too modern and don’t suit the era of the building.

The architecture design, location, the view from 212 and historical significance.

Stayed in September 2023

Sometimes groups booked in so no restaurant service.

Beautiful hotel, peaceful location with great view. Very nice restaurant including outside area. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in September 2023

More fresh prepared fruit at breakfast would have been welcome.

The Lido is a peaceful alternative to staying in Venice itself. Villa Mabapa is situated facing the lagoon and looking across to Venice. I had requested a room with a balcony as it was a special wedding anniversary trip and my request was fulfilled. The bedroom itself was fairly small but the balcony was a bonus as it was very large with a circular dining table and 3 chairs. There was good wardrobe space in the bedroom with a safe, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities. There was no walk in shower cubicle, the shower was over the bath which may be a problem with people who have mobility issues. The hotel itself is a beautiful building tastefully furnished in a traditional style. The breakfast room is light and airy and the choice of food is mostly continental. No cooked food apart from hard boiled or scrambled. eggs The staff at the hotel are all very helpful. On arrival Guillio checked us in and was so informative and eager to answer any questions we had. He told us that our stay included a free water taxi across to the island of Murano with a free guided tour and demonstration of glass blowing at one of the main factories. We took up this offer one morning and had a wonderful experience as there were only the two of us so it felt like a personalised tour! Afterwards you make your own way back to Lido via vaparetto. The peaceful setting makes sitting out in the garden terrace at the front of the hotel very pleasant. The outside bar opens every day at 4pm so it is nice and shady to have a pre evening drink. We didnt eat at the hotel in the evening but people we spoke to say the food was good.

Stayed in September 2023

The room we were in was quite dated and not one that was on the photos, the bathroom wasn't spotless and could have been cleaned more thoroughly.

Great location on the beach front, beaches within walkable distance (10min free beach, 20 min dog beach), very helpful staff who were always available for advice and assistance (restaurant reservations for example etc.). Breakfast had some gluten-free options.

Stayed in August 2023

Location, location, location. Beach arrangements excellent. breakfast excellent

Stayed in August 2023

The price of drinks was very expensive. The bathrooms could do with an update and while the sheets and towels were changed daily, there was a film of dust on the items in the room.

The location was terrific, the breakfasts were really good, the garden was a lovely facility to have.

Stayed in August 2023

A lovely boutique hotel

Stayed in August 2023

Some of the amenities in the room have a certain age to them. The door handle of the bathroom is not ergonomically designed, it is not easy to lock and the angle of opening makes it difficult to get out.

This hotel is located on the small island of Lido. The hotel is a very cozy environment and we especially liked the back garden patio of the hotel. The balcony of our room was spacious. The overall setting was quiet and perfect for a retreat and vacation.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

Beautiful old villa in a lovely quiet location with views of the waterways. Public,beach about 7 minutes walk. The hotel staff were fantastic and made us feel welcomed..Breakfast was very good.I look forward to returning

Stayed in July 2023

Breakfast is a disaster. The room is too small, everyone shuffles around each other and they are constantly running out of food/drinks and not replenishing quick enough. I sorted a pot of tea - no milk. Asked, waited, by the time the milk arrived, the tea is cold. Put toast on then go for scrambled egg, none left - asked twice, 10 minutes later the eggs appear but the tea and toast is cold so I need to start again - wasting food and time. The fruit is like gold dust, grab it while you can. We stayed for 4 nights and it was like this every morning.

Fell in love with this quirky, art deco style hotel - situated across from the grand canal and a 10 minute walk to the centre where you’ll find plenty restaurants to choose from. The vaparetto is also here. The beach is 10 minutes in the opposite direction. We booked into the hotel beach club but as it didn’t have a pool, we cancelled and booked into blue moon - with the soaring temperatures we needed to dip into somewhere cold. There is a fabulous garden with a little bar which looks onto the canal, many bottles of wine were sunk here as we watched the sun setting. The rooms are very dated and it can be difficult to find staff at times but don’t let that put you off - this a wee gem of a hotel. The staff are quick to respond to emails and arranged our transport for us. This is a perfect place to stay after the madness of Venice and only a quick ferry trip away. Murano and Burano are also easily reached. I’ve visited Venice a few times and I’d definitely to choose to stay on the Lido and this hotel on my next trip.

Stayed in July 2023

We booked the hotel because it had an elevator since 2 of us had mobility issues, but the desk clerk gave us a room with a long flight of stairs he called a "ramp."

Good breakfast buffets

Stayed in July 2023

Very nice frontyard were you can enoy breakfast, dinner and drinks.

Stayed in July 2023

I don't understand the cost and need for reservations on the private beach. We used the public beach and it was wonderful.

The location is excellent and the staff was very helpful. We enjoyed the breakfast and the bicycles. The staff was also very quick to inspect our ac unit as it was making a lot of noise. They fixed it immediately.

Stayed in July 2023

The breakfast was disappointing. There were only two types of cheese. Omelet should have been the only hot dish, but 3 out of 4 days there was an empty plate on the table instead of an omelet. In general, the breakfast is poor and monotonous.

Room was comfortable both for resting and working. An atmosphere was amazing.

Stayed in July 2023

No comments on the subject

Breakfast room breakfast was wonderful

Stayed in June 2023

The a/c didn’t work very well. Nights were a a bit warm. (And, No fault of theirs, but I would totally sign a petition against the music party boat that parked on the other side of the lagoon and blared music for hours on end one night)

It was quaint, and nostalgic but very well maintained. The staff were amazingly friendly and helpful. Breakfast was always delicious. The outdoor garden area was my favorite for meals and evening cocktails. Loved everything about it.

Stayed in June 2023

Not many power points in the room. We brought our own extension cable and that saved us. The hotel only has place for 4 cars to park. But at the road side is free of charge as well and safe. Breakfast offers cheese in cubes rather than cheese slices, which is a bit odd.

Pet friendly. The house cat visited our balcony several times. Nice complete bathroom with rain shower and bidet. Nice balcony in the room. 10 min walking distance from the waterbus station to Venice. Free parking. Excellent coffee during breakfast. Staff was very helpful with providing information on how to get to Venice etc.

Stayed in June 2023

Beds were hard and the shower was really bad as the water was either really cold or really warm.

Beautiful hotel in a nice location. Beach is close and the rooms were good. Peaceful area with a few shops close. Venice is a 10min walk and a 25min boat ride away so its easy to go there

Stayed in June 2023