Davide’s place was great. I get it if you want to stay right in Venice, but seeing everyone huff and puff their way with their suitcases up the bridges made me more that appreciative of Davide’s place in Mestre. Less than 15 minutes to the bus station to get into Venice, and an easy “drag my suitcase with me” walk to the train station for when I went on to my next destination.
Beyond clean (cleaner than my own home) and the sun lit kitchen made my breakfast calm and relaxing each day before heading into the crowds in Venice.