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Il Palazzo Experimental

Venice, Italy • Dorsoduro • OPTIMIZE

avg. $258 / night

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At a glance

Two restored Gothic palazzi in Venice with interiors that echo the building's original arches and Adriatic views.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts and interiors collectors

Highlights:

  • Two 19th-century Gothic-revival palazzi with original Adriatica shipping signage
  • Dorothée Meilichzon interiors echo building's ogee arches throughout
  • Zattere waterfront location in Dorsoduro with canal views
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Two Gothic-revival palazzi facing the Zattere waterfront in Dorsoduro — the former headquarters of the Adriatica di Navigazione shipping company, their pointed Venetian arches and terracotta brick facades still carrying the company's gilded signage — were converted in 2019 into Il Palazzo Experimental, the Parisian hospitality group's first Italian venture. The interior transformation was handed to Dorothée Meilichzon, Experimental Group's in-house creative director, whose approach here is more confident and more architecturally conversational than almost anything she had produced previously. The Gothic window tracery becomes a recurring compositional motif inside: Meilichzon echoes the building's ogee arches in custom headboards upholstered in navy velvet and pale grey ribbed fabric, in arched mirror frames outlined in aubergine-lacquered steel in the bar, and in the tall plaster surrounds of the restaurant's full-height windows. That dining room, with its Calacatta marble pedestal tables, dark walnut banquette dividers, forest-green half-wall panelling, and Venetian terrazzo floor, draws the Adriatic light inward without competing with the canal views directly beyond. Bedrooms alternate between terracotta-pink Venetian plaster with burnt-sienna wainscoting and cooler mineral grey, each furnished with a low rounded armchair in salmon velvet that carries a faint echo of Carlo Mollino. The cocktail bar compresses everything into a single jewellery-box room: plum walls, brass pendant rings, a curved black granite counter, and Murano-glass mirror detailing that acknowledges exactly where you are without resorting to pastiche.

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Nestled in the heart of Venice's Dorsoduro district, Il Palazzo Experimental has been designed by Dorothee Meilichzon who has transformed a jewel box renaissance palace into a stylish boutique hotel. Ideally located in Dorsoduro district, 32 rooms and suites. Canal and garden views, restaurant, private, garden, Cocktail Club.

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Il Palazzo Experimental Reviews

131 reviews

"We stayed at Il Palazzo Experimental and paid approximately €580 per night, including breakfast. The hotel benefits from a great location, beautiful design, and a reception team that was consistently friendly, professional, and helpful. Unfortunately, several aspects of the stay did not match the price level. Despite booking a Superior room, the room was surprisingly small. The bathroom is clearly showing its age, with visible signs of humidity and maintenance issues. The air conditioning was also not functioning properly, leaving the room feeling stuffy and uncomfortable, especially during the current summer temperatures. The biggest disappointment was breakfast. There were often more waiters than guests, yet service was remarkably slow. It frequently took a long time before anyone came to take an order, tables were not cleared promptly, and the overall organization seemed poor. One waiter in particular, Stefano, gave the impression that even simple requests were an inconvenience. What is especially disappointing is that guests come here to enjoy their holiday. At a hotel charging around €580 per night, the service should make guests feel welcome, relaxed, and cared for. Instead, the atmosphere at breakfast often felt inattentive and unmotivated, which takes away from the overall holiday experience. Another issue was the children’s high chair, which costs €20 but was in very poor condition. The leather covering was damaged, and the chair felt old and unstable. At this price level, basic equipment should be maintained or replaced."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jun 24, 2026

"Cute hotel, friendly staff. But I ignored the warning about bedbugs from other reviewers and I got them! Make another choice if you can"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 01, 2026

"Beautiful hotel in Venice. Away from the crowds however a 15 min walk away from most attractions. We chose a room with the view of the canal. It’s so worth it. Rooms are spacious and has all the amenities one needs. Shower is in the tub. Views are incredible. Bed is comfortable. Bedding are towels are luxurious quality. Highly recommend if within your budget."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 11, 2026

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