Settled on its own private Island in Venice, Isola delle Rose, just 20-minute pleasant ride across the Lagoon to central St. Mark's Square by complimentary shuttle service, JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa is the ultimate luxury retreat for romantic breaks and family escapes. Opened in March 2015, the Resort features 250 contemporary-styled rooms and suites designed by the architect Matteo Thun; five distinct accommodation experiences are at guests' disposal, located in secluded corners of the Island: the Hotel, La Residenza, La Maisonette, L'Uliveto and Villa Rose. The Resort features 4 restaurants and 4 bars offering both international and local cuisine, Sapori Cooking Academy, the largest Spa in Venice, a romantic Church for events and private ceremonies, kids club and family activities, water sports, a rooftop lounge area with pool offering a dramatic 360 degree view over Venice and the smooth Lagoon, and lush green areas with a combination of tropical and Mediterranean plants.