HOTEL CIPRIANI, A BELMOND HOTEL, VENICE, Venice

Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice - A lagoonside luxury retreat with Olympic-size seawater pool, Michelin dining, and Casanova gardens

Set on Giudecca Island, this 5-star Venice hotel features three restored 19th-century buildings overlooking the lagoon toward St. Mark's Square. The Belmond Hotel's 79 rooms and suites showcase Murano glass pieces, antiques, and Venetian artwork. Three distinct restaurants include the Michelin-starred Oro Restaurant, lagoon-view Cip's Club with its wooden terrace, and the casual Porticciolo Restaurant. The property houses the city's only Olympic-size heated seawater pool, surrounded by wooden sunbathing decks. A wellness center offers thalassotherapy treatments in the Casanova Gardens. The property maintains a red clay tennis court, fitness center, and boutique featuring Venetian fashion. Hotel Cipriani operates a complimentary 24/7 shuttle boat service to St. Mark's Square, reached in five minutes.

Pros

Private marina and dedicated boat launch service

Historic vineyard growing rare Vite Dorona white grapes

Restored 19th-century granaries available for events

Yellow Dining Room features original ceiling paintings by Cesare Rotta

Cons

30-minute water taxi transfer required from Marco Polo Airport

Pool access restricted to children under 8 without supervision