The Best Hotels in Venice, From Five-Star Grande Dames to Design Boutiques | Vogue

"Set on the tip of Giudecca and just a 10‑minute shuttle ride from St. Mark’s, this beloved refuge feels a world apart: arrive to Il Porticciolo’s terrace where retro umbrellas flap in the lagoon breeze and plates of crab ravioli and excellent wood‑fired pizzas fly by. The scale is the magic—sprawling gardens, multiple outdoor bars and dining areas, a tennis court, and the city’s largest pool complete with cabanas—spread across a network of properties from the 15th‑century Palazzo Vendramin (with views to St. Mark’s) to a sleek main building facing the lagoon. A sensitive refresh by Peter Marino breathes new life into the interiors without losing the Dolce Vita glamour that has lured celebrities for decades, especially during the film festival. Classic for a reason, it’s the rare Venetian resort that truly lets you exhale." - Liam Hess