Venecia Plaza Centro is the budget pick for travellers who want the most central address in Valencia for the least money. The independent two-star hotel stands at number 3 on the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, the grand city hall square at the meeting point of the old town and the modern centre, and it has 66 rooms. It is not a design hotel and does not pretend to be: rooms are plain, clean and functional, and the appeal is the location. Step outside and the Central Market and the Silk Exchange are five minutes away, the cathedral about ten, and the Estació del Nord and Joaquín Sorolla stations within walking distance.
Location and getting around: the Plaza del Ayuntamiento is the hub of the city, with the town hall, the main post office and flower stalls around a large pedestrian square. The Xàtiva and Colón metro stations are close by for the airport and the beach, many bus lines stop on or near the square, and the North Station is a short walk south. Ruzafa’s restaurants are about ten minutes on foot.
The rooms: rooms are simple, with private bathrooms and air-conditioning; some face the square, which gives a lively view but more noise, while inner rooms are quieter. Sizes are modest, so pack light. Ask for a room facing away from the square if you are a light sleeper.
Who it suits and good to know: budget travellers, solo travellers and anyone arriving by train who wants to walk to everything. Do not expect a pool, gym or restaurant. During Fallas in March the square hosts the daily mascletà firecracker displays and the city’s main festivities, which is either a great reason to stay or a reason to choose somewhere quieter. Parking is in public car parks nearby.
Why stay here
- ✓On the Plaza del Ayuntamiento
- ✓Independent hotel
- ✓Private bathrooms
- ✓Air-conditioning
- ✓Walk to the Central Market
- ✓Near metro and train stations
- ✓Open all year
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Venecia Plaza Centro?+
It is at Plaza del Ayuntamiento 3, the city hall square in the centre of Valencia. The Central Market and the cathedral are within a short walk.
Is it close to the train station?+
Yes, the North Station is a short walk south of the square, and Joaquín Sorolla station is also reachable on foot. Metro stations are close by.
Is Venecia Plaza Centro noisy during Fallas?+
The square is the centre of the Fallas festival in March, with daily firecracker displays. Rooms facing the square are lively, so ask for an inner room if you want quiet.
