There are journeys that begin with a map and an itinerary. Others, however, are born from a deeper desire: the longing to belong — even if just for a few days — to a place.
That’s where the idea of Relais Alberti as a boutique hotel begins: an intimate space, carefully curated in every detail, designed for those who don’t just want to see Venice, but truly live it.
We are in the village of Malamocco, the oldest settlement on the Lido. Here, time flows slowly through narrow alleys, vegetable gardens, and the quiet light filtering between the traditional houses. In this corner suspended in time, the Relais welcomes guests like a home that tells stories — of travelers, of the city, and of the lagoon.
Each room at Relais Alberti has its own soul. Nothing is standard; everything is designed to tell a story. Antique furnishings, frescoed ceilings, refined fabrics, and natural materials evoke the memory of Venice with discretion — never with forced nostalgia. Here, every object has its place and time, and every guest finds a more human, slower rhythm.
The common areas aren’t just spaces to pass through: the garden, scented with citrus and Mediterranean herbs, is perfect for a slow breakfast or a quiet conversation in the shade. The historic salons invite you to pause, read, and observe. The fireplace room, with its cozy atmosphere, becomes a refuge in the cooler months — a place to rediscover the warmth of things made with care.
But what truly makes a boutique hotel special is the experience. Here, you can join cooking classes with Micaela, the Locandiera, who takes you shopping at local markets and invites you to cook, slowly, traditional Venetian dishes that feel like home. Or you can opt for a private, tailor-made dinner — prepared just for you, by candlelight and with flavors chosen together.
At Relais Alberti, life moves at a different pace. The pace of those who seek essence, not appearance.
Of those who want to hear the sound of the oar in the water, taste an artichoke freshly picked from the lagoon, speak with those who truly live in these places.
To us, a boutique hotel is exactly this: a place that welcomes you as if you were expected.
And if you’re looking for your most authentic experience in Venice — perhaps, you’ve just arrived.
