JW Marriott Resort Hotel

Venice

In a city where grand palace hotels clamber for real estate on the corner of every canal, a bit of US-style space and luxury can come as a welcome change of pace. It’s true that JW Marriott Venice might not have the gilding and history of its continental cousins, but what it does have is its own private island, acres of greenery, huge bedrooms and the sense that you’re part of Venice, but not right in the bustle. A slice of O Sole Mio is never far away, though, as free, 15-minute boat transfers run from the hotel’s private entrance every half hour straight to the heart of St Mark’s Square. A marble-bedecked lobby leads into a modern, spacious bar and through a charcuterie bar selling the city’s cured creations. Upstairs, space is order of the day. Most rooms come with a long balcony and sitting area, as well as generously sized beds, walk-in showers and baths. The main restaurant isn’t the place for authentic Venetian plates, but new flagship restaurant Fiola at Dopolavoro Venezia from Michelin-starred chef Fabio Trabocchi is worth the trip across the water alone.

Doubles from £347. jwvenice.com