Aman Venice

There are places in Venice that defy first impressions and are unforgettable precisely because of this. The Aman Venice is one such place. Housed in the Palazzo Papadopoli, a 16th-century Renaissance palace, the experience begins as soon as you arrive by water. The boat docks at a private jetty, and you enter a world of frescoes, stucco, mirrors, and quiet grandeur. The palazzo is not a museum, but a living house – still inhabited today by the Arrivabene Valenti Gonzaga family – and that is exactly what you feel.

Aman has given the palace the space it deserves. Historic ceiling paintings by Tiepolo, gilded salons, and Murano chandeliers remain untouched, complemented by contemporary furniture, soft colors, and perfect proportions. The rooms are individual, spacious, and exude a tranquility that one would hardly expect in the middle of Venice. The suites overlooking the Grand Canal are particularly sought after.

The hotel also makes an impression beyond the salons. The spa, discreetly hidden in a side wing, focuses on deep regeneration rather than loud promises. And those who wish can combine relaxation with afternoon tea in the historic rooms – a Venetian form of mindfulness.

The heart of the hotel remains the piano nobile with the Arva restaurant: a declaration of love for Italian cuisine, minimalist, precise, and deeply rooted in the region. Guests dine with a view of the canal or in the private garden, a real rarity in Venice. The bar in the red salon, inspired by Lord Byron, is one of the most beautiful places in the city to watch the sunset. And those who want to delve deeper can discover Venice with art historians, chefs, or writers at their side. The Aman Venice is not a hotel for those in a hurry. It is a place to arrive, linger, and marvel, a palace that breathes history while remaining effortlessly timeless. A quiet luxury that lingers long after you leave.