Palazzo design bolthole
Shaded by a massive wisteria vine, the private internal courtyard offers an intimate retreat from the surrounding Venetian alleyways.
“injects contemporary pizzazz into a 19th-century palazzo, with signature design pieces, industrial-chic materials, and splashes of gorgeous color.”
Where it shines
Notable
Nineteenth-century ceiling frescoes and terrazzo floors frame modern Eames lounge chairs.
Notable
Hosts Gabriella and Gianluca serve cooked-to-order breakfasts beneath the courtyard wisteria.
Notable
The 1870 palazzo preserves original timber beams and an antique courtyard wellhead.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
it finds inventive ways to work within the Euro-boutique framework — yes, it’s a refurbished 19th-century building, but it plays with Venetian tropes...
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Tucked onto quiet Calle Dei Avvocati in San Marco, the palazzo sits minutes from Campo Santo Stefano and La Fenice opera house.
The rooms
Restored nineteenth-century ceiling frescoes and timber beams frame canal views, balanced by rich ochre tones and contemporary furnishings.
The spa
- Sauna & steam
- Private en-suite sauna in the Deluxe Suite in Dépendance.
At the table
Breakfast includes daily homemade pastries and Moka pots of local roast coffee, with evening drinks served beside the piano.
How it began
Dating to 1870, this restored palazzo once served as the private home and legal offices of prominent Venetian lawyers.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.