Hotel Cipriani (Belmond)

Hotel Cipriani, operated by Belmond, occupies the tip of Giudecca Island across the water from San Marco, reached by the hotel's own private shuttle boat that runs to a landing near Piazza San Marco rather than by foot, since the island is separated from the main tourist core by the Giudecca Canal. Built in the 1950s in gardens overlooking the lagoon, the property has the feel of a resort within Venice, a rarity in the city, with extensive grounds, an Olympic-length outdoor swimming pool fed by filtered lagoon water, and a tennis court. Rooms range from Deluxe and Superior to Junior Suites, Suites, and standalone Villas, many with private terraces or gardens overlooking the lagoon or Giudecca Canal. Dining includes Oro Restaurant, which holds a Michelin star, alongside the more casual Cip's Club on the water and a poolside restaurant, making it one of the most food-focused luxury properties in Venice. The Casanova Wellness Centre offers a full spa menu, sauna, and treatment rooms. Service leans toward a resort model with a strong concierge desk, private boat transfers, and a layout suited to families and guests seeking more space and quiet than central Venice hotels typically offer. The extensive gardens and lawns bordering the lagoon are unusual for the city and give children and adults alike room to spread out beyond a typical hotel footprint.