Aman Venice – Italy

Beside the Grand Canal in a 16th-century palace, this elegant hotel is a 2-minute walk from both a vaporetto stop and the Piazza San Marco. Sleek rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus sitting areas with sofas and garden views. Polished upgraded rooms add varying touches like frescoed ceilings, fireplaces, original art and/or canal views, while suites have separate living areas. Room service is offered.
Amenities include 2 posh restaurants (1 with ceiling murals, the other with terrace dining) and an elegant bar. There’s also a gym, a hot tub and a spa, as well as a grand ballroom, a refined lounge with a piano, and a garden.