Water taxi to cruise terminal in Venice

I am wondering what water taxi company is best to use for a journey from a lagoon-based hotel to the cruise terminal?

Do they require a phone number to contact (like a hotel), or do you you agree on a set time when booking?

Also, how far is the water taxi pier from the luggage drop off at the terminal? I'll be bringing a fair amount of luggage and cannot carry it a long way on my own.

Thanks for any advice.

What determines "best" for you? Are you looking for the least expensive? It's hard for others to help you without knowing what's important to you.

For myself, I've allowed the hotel to make water taxi arrangements for me. They know who's out there, and they have a vested interest in keeping their customer happy, so I trust that they'll pick someone responsible.

Hi Austcruiser 84.

Ask the hotel to book it for you. It will be about 80Euro and they drop you quite close to the cruise terminal and there will be porters nearby to help you. Don't worry and enjoy!

Thanks for the advice.