HOTEL SUMMARY
Where Renaissance grandeur meets Memphis Movement boldness, Il Palazzo Experimental Venice transforms a historic Dorsoduro palazzo into the city's most artistically audacious luxury hotel. This distinctive boutique property commands the serene Giudecca Canal with Gothic façades and dual entrances—one from the canal itself, another from a private pier on Rio del Ognissanti—establishing its credentials as Venice's most creatively ambitious address.
Part of the celebrated Experimental Group's portfolio, Il Palazzo Experimental opened as a testament to innovative hospitality that honors Venetian heritage while embracing contemporary design fearlessness. French designer Dorothée Meilichzon orchestrated the palazzo's transformation, weaving references to Andrea Palladio and Carlo Scarpa with 1980s Memphis aesthetics. The result earned recognition as a design-driven sanctuary where traditional craftsmanship meets playful modernism. This four-star boutique property has garnered acclaim for its bold approach to luxury hospitality, positioning itself as Venice's answer to experiential luxury.
The hotel's 32 individually designed rooms and suites showcase Meilichzon's masterful vision through hand-glazed tiles, custom brass lighting, and Venetian glass lamps by Luciano Vistosi. Garden-facing accommodations offer traditional Venetian rooftop vistas, while canal-facing suites feature double-height ceilings and luminous Giudecca Canal panoramas. Each space combines Breccia Capraia marble tables, silk-screened aluminum nightstands, and Marmorino-plastered walls in a vibrant palette of deep reds, terra cotta, sky blue, and silvery grey. Terrazzo floors and bijou bathrooms complete the luxury experience, with whimsical touches like Venetian mask-inspired 'Do Not Disturb' signs adding personality to premium accommodations.
Ristorante Adriatica anchors the culinary experience with authentic Venetian cuisine reimagined through creative interpretation, emphasizing local ingredients and traditional techniques. The Experimental Cocktail Club, designed by Cristina Celestino, provides an intimate setting for expertly crafted cocktails in sophisticated surroundings. The hotel's rare tranquil garden offers respite from Venice's bustling streets, while private pier access ensures seamless arrivals by water taxi or private boat—a luxury few Venice luxury hotels can match.
For discerning travelers seeking Venice's most design-forward luxury accommodation, Il Palazzo Experimental delivers an unparalleled blend of artistic heritage and contemporary sophistication. Book canal-facing suites for the ultimate Venetian experience, particularly during shoulder seasons when the city's magic feels most intimate. Through En Primeur Club, guests enjoy exclusive amenities and personalized service that transforms this boutique masterpiece into an unforgettable Venetian sanctuary.