Private Italian island, anyone? We’ve got the address for your la dolce vita: A short, sweet sweep in a complimentary private boat across the water from Piazza San Marco, the magnificent San Clemente Palace Kempinski presides over its own bit of floating real estate in romantic Venice, Italy. The hotel occupies a monastery established in 1131, with a collection of restored buildings that includes a Romanesque cathedral filled with original art and frescoes. A central courtyard helps create a soothing sense of tranquility, while wide stone corridors and broad, climbing staircases add to the grandeur of the surroundings.

Surrounded by rolling parkland and shimmering water, the palace’s dining options include gourmet fare at Acquerello in the churchyard; La Dolce Restaurant poolside in the landscaped park; and bright, airy Insieme for breakfast. Be sure to try the signature Negroni SCPK cocktail, made with Bombay Sapphire Gin, Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth and juniper berries served in a martini glass over Aperol-grapefruit granite, rimmed with candied orange crumble. Private dining can also be arranged atop several hills on the grounds with a curated menu from the kitchen team.

Extreme comfort and classic design reign in high-ceilinged guestrooms and suites. The hotel’s gracious guest ambassadors, the Ladies in Red — along with a concierge team — can help you map out your stay and make suggestions for enhancing your holiday. Indulge in a signature Herb Massage Therapy, a sensory experience that incorporates custom essential oils drawn from rosemary, lavender and sage that celebrate the local terroir. Pre- or post-treatment, relax over a cup of tea or coffee blended from Venetian herbs. Multiple meeting and event spaces are available, and jaunts to Piazza San Marco are easily arranged, with a dedicated boat schedule transferring guests to and from the hotel throughout the day. San Clemente island is also equipped with a helipad, should you prefer to arrive by air.