Guests will find the warmest of welcomes at Venice's Metropole Hotel. They may also effortlessly discover the beautiful floating city of Venice from the property's own private mooring. Classic Collection is delighted to be the only UK tour operator to feature this hotel, which has been owned by the Beggiato family for generations, and which overlooks the magical lagoon in front of nearby St Mark's Square.

This hugely stylish and darkly decadent hotel is adorned with antiquities from a family collection of more than 2,000 precious pieces. In the opulent Venetian lounge, sumptuously decorated and complete with mirrored ceiling, there is a sense of the historic trading routes to Asia. A choice of teas and infusions are served with delicious homemade cakes and pastries, and a view over the lagoon. Don't miss out on the delightful garden fragrant with citrus trees where a delightful buffet breakfast is served when the weather allows.

Brocade soft furnishings and wonderful antiques are features of the individually styled guest bedrooms and suites. Some offer elegant private terraces; all have the highest levels of comfort and luxury. Gorgeous bathrooms are decorated in marble or glittering mosaics . The exotic Damasco Suite has a mosaic-clad fountain in the room and a Turkish bath; one glorious rooftop suite has its own private roof terrace.

The Oriental serves excellent cocktails and light meals and snacks throughout the day. The Metropole's Michelin-starred MET restaurant sees chef Luca Veritti create modern gastronomic delights based on renowned traditional recipes and the finest seasonal ingredients, in a superb setting created by the fashion house Raptsus & Rose.