Gilded carnival spectacle
Singing gondoliers, buzzing gaming floors, and street performers keep this indoor mini-city in perpetual motion under an artificial painted sky.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Indoor canal gondola rides, a mini-golf course, four swimming pools, and an on-site fourteen-thousand-seat entertainment arena.
Listed
Gilded archways, faux Renaissance ceiling frescoes, and replica Venetian bridges recreate Italian landmarks on Cotai.
Listed
All-suite accommodations feature sunken living rooms, marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs, and fully stocked minibars.
What they say
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on the Cotai Strip, connected directly to extensive shopping arcades and neighboring mega-resorts via covered walkways.
The rooms
Suites feature sunken living rooms, canopied headboards, and white Italian marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Outdoor swimming pools sit among potted palms and tiered stone fountains beneath the glowing Venetian palace facade.
The spa
V Spa spans over 1,200 square meters, with dedicated foot reflexology lounges lined with cushioned chaises and wood screens.
Thermal pool and gym
V Gym provides cardio and strength-training equipment. Separate vitality lounges hold heated indoor pools, saunas, and steam rooms.
At the table
Restaurants include courtyard-style Cantonese dining rooms, Japanese counters beneath Mount Fuji murals, and bars with curved gold booth pods.
How it began
Opened in 2007 by Sands, the resort anchored the Cotai Strip transformation with an integrated arena and replica Venetian canals.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.