Does a hotel in Venice set on its own private island, with an award-winning spa, Michelin starred restaurant and rooftop pool, sound too good to be true? This mythical place actually exists – in the shape of the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa. FIRST IMPRESSIONS JW Marriott is the Marriott’s flagship luxury brand and this resort is one of its best hotels.
Formerly a hospital for pulmonary illnesses, no expense has been spared on the renovation. The end result by architect Matteo Thun has a pleasing contemporary feel. This sets it apart from most of the hotels in Venice which have more traditional decor. Check out our video tour here. Isola delle Rose means Island of the Roses and these flowers are in abundance on the island. In the Summer, their heady scent creates an intoxicating effect. There are quite a few artworks dotted around – my favourite has to be..The post On Top of the World at the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa appeared first on Luxury Columnist.