JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa to Open in 2014 – Luxury Brand’s First in Italy
Marriott International today announced plans to open a luxury resort on the private island of Sacca Sessola, located in the Venetian lagoon. The 266-room JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa will operate under a management agreement with an affiliate of Aareal Bank AG and is expected to open in 2014. Just a short boat ride from the beautiful city of Venice and in an unparalleled setting, the resort will be the JW Marriott brand's first hotel in Italy and a world-class addition to its global portfolio of 59 luxury properties.