Re-creating the storied Veneto city through canals, gondolas, arched bridges, and a replica St. Mark's Square, "this resort is massive but fun to explore." Suites have a sunken living room, marble bathrooms, and goose-down duvets. Postrio, with white walls and olive-green leather seating, sits on the reimagined St. Mark's Square, and serves Wolfgang Puck's contemporary American cuisine. At Tintoretto Bakery, "near the elevators, the coffee and melt-in-your-mouth almond croissants are excellent." Get a mango sugar "Glo Scrub" at the 134,000-square-foot Canyon Ranch Spa.
(4,027 suites)
Also featured on the: Gold List for 2005, Gold List for 2006, Gold List for 2007, Gold List for 2008, Gold List for 2010, Gold List for 2011