AMAN VENICE, Venice

Aman Venice - A 16th-century Grand Canal palazzo with garden dining, private spa, and historic art collections

Housed in the 16th-century Palazzo Papadopoli on the Grand Canal, this 5-star Venice hotel features original frescoes by Tiepolo and Sansovino sculptures throughout its rooms and suites. The property's three treatment rooms offer Asian-inspired massages and Italian spa therapies using thermal waters from Salsomaggiore Terme. Two dining venues include Arva restaurant serving seasonal Italian cuisine and The Bar offering classic Venetian cicchetti from midday until midnight. Aman Venice's private gardens - a rarity along the Grand Canal - provide outdoor dining spaces and sunset views. Located in the San Polo district, Aman Venice sits 15 minutes' walk from Santa Lucia station and 9.5 miles from Marco Polo Airport.

Pros

Houses one of Venice's largest private collections of wines including rare French vintages and 1995 Tuscan merlot

Features an exclusive Palazzo Kitchen Table concept for private chef-led dining experiences

Offers private access to artisan workshops including Bevilacqua weavers and Orsoni mosaic makers

Access to hidden areas of Palazzo Ducale through special after-hours private tours

Cons

35-minute boat transfer required from Marco Polo Airport

Limited spa facilities with only three treatment rooms