The St. Regis Venice San Clemente Palace.
The St. Regis Venice San Clemente Palace.
Barcelona’s ABaC Restaurant & Hotel.
The new Aman Tokyo marries traditional Japanese design with modern style.
Venice escape complete with private boat service.
ITALIAN ESCAPE The St. Regis Venice San Clemente Palace debuts in April on a private island in the center of the city’s lagoon. Housed in a former monastery, the property’s 191 guest rooms and suites were restored and redesigned by Hirsch Bedner Associates and GA Design. A private boat service connects guests to the city’s many attractions (which include the requisite gondola ride). From $625, including breakfast. stregis.com
ZEN SANCTUARY Perched on the top six floors of a high-rise in the financial district, the new Aman Tokyo marries traditional Japanese design with modern style. Designed by Kerry Hill Architects, the 84-room property boasts three restaurants, a swimming pool and a sprawling wellness facility with dramatic views of the city skyline. Rates from $630. amanresorts.com
MODERN RETREAT Designed by GCA Architects Associates, Barcelona’s ABaC Restaurant & Hotel encompasses a new building integrated with a former home that historically served as the American Embassy in Spain. Today the 15-room property boasts sleek, modern guest suites with Bang & Olufsen TVs and sound systems and Hermès toiletries, a spa and a lounge adjoining a restaurant with two Michelin stars. Rates from $244. abacbarcelona.com