THEODORA EMPRESS APARTMENT, Venice

Theodora Empress Apartment - Byzantine-inspired luxury residence with glass artistry and marble finishes near Rialto Bridge

Located in a quiet courtyard setting, this distinctive Venice hotel showcases Byzantine art and Moorish architectural elements through gold accents, glass mosaics, and exotic ogival windows with wood-inlaid masciarabia. Theodora Empress Apartment's restored rooms honor Marietta Barovier, the first glass entrepreneur, featuring rare marble finishes and precious silk materials. The property includes heating, air conditioning, and equipped kitchenettes in each unit. Eight restaurants operate within 0.5 miles, including Osteria Mocenigo, Cucina del Tentor, and Bacarretto Bistrot Il Siciliano. The apartment sits 0.5 miles from both the Ponte di Rialto and St Mary of the Friars. Cultural landmarks within 1 mile include Piazza San Marco, Libraria Aqua Alta, and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Transportation connections place Theodora Empress 0.5 miles from Venezia Santa Lucia station and 9.5 miles from Marco Polo airport.

Pros

Inner courtyard location ensures quiet surroundings

Byzantine and Moorish architectural details including exotic ogival windows

Eight dining venues within 984.3 ft

Strategic position between Rialto Bridge and Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Cons

15-kilometer distance to Marco Polo airport

No on-site dining facilities