Venice’s most celebrated hotel, The Gritti Palace emerged from a carefully designed refurbishment more ravishing than ever. Each painting, objet d’art and chandelier has been painstakingly restored by Venetian artisans; every inch of velvet, damask and sumptuous silk wall covering has been replaced with archival patterns. Accommodations have been reconfigured so that the 82 individually decorated rooms and suites are larger and more inviting. Restaurant Club del Doge claims the city’s loveliest dining room view; or enjoy drinks at the Riva Lounge. Be sure to check out the Riva boat experience, exclusively for guests of the hotel.