Kick Back at the Biggest, Swankiest Hotel in Macau: Sheraton Grand Macao, Cotai Central

Macau is known for casinos and its splendid glittering spread of a night view, so it makes sense the biggest hotel in the city is the most resplendent, tastefully structured of all. Located on the Cotai Strip, it's conveniently within walking distance of landmark malls, including Shoppes Cotai Central, Shoppes Four Seasons, and Shoppes Venetian, and over 650 designer stores. Further down the paved streets are boutiques that sell local handicrafts and plenty of historical monuments that would make a history buff squeal with joy.

We've talked about its surroundings—what about the inside? A pure architect's dream. The domed ceiling of the spacious lobby resembles a solar system, a gleaming bronze and lit just enough to get glimpses of volatile sunset colors. Suspended spheres of a burnished cherry wood shade complete the image.

Your wedding (should you choose to hold it here—and I honestly can't think of a reason why not) will be conducted in the distinctive pillar-less Kashgar Ballroom or the six other junior ballrooms. The Kashgar ballroom can hold 250 tables, so you and your finance no longer have to argue about whether to cut your second grade English teacher from the guest list. The dangling crystal chandeliers cast a soft magenta glow over everything, creating a lush, romantic atmosphere, sprinkled with a stylish palette of rich gold and deep ocher, offering a ageless and classy setting. The lighting is one hundred percent customizable.

What else is there to do? Plenty. With three pools to choose from, you're guaranteed less crowds and more R&R. Cabanas with comfy daybeds and ceiling fans for those who enjoy shade but can't bear to forgo the warm sunshine, and sun lounges for those who want a few hours of sunbathing. The water is heated during winter, complimented with a jacuzzi that's open all-year around. Two pools in particular, the Tiki and Jaya pools, are private event-exclusive. Hello, post-wedding pool party!

Every hotel comes with a spa. Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel draws on traditional Feng Shui to provide treatments that pamper the mind, body and spirit. You can choose to go outside for our Spa Garden experience. Nestled in a private cabana next to the sky-blue pool, surrounded by bountiful tropical foliage, your spa experience will be elevated further with the help of Mother Nature.

After you've worked up a sweat at Sheraton Fitness's state-of-the-art gym that includes a sauna, you'll want a bite. Not to worry, an array of Masterchef-worthy dishes are at your fingertips. Go Asian with a hotpot at Xin, or step into the Italian trattoria-styled Bene for a sizzling pizza cooked within a medieval oven-fire. If you're still not sure what you're in the mood for, let Palms or Feast's enormous range of international food pick for you. Remember the pool? Sala is the only pool that has a poolside café, which has weekend barbecue dinner every Friday and Saturday.

Capture the wonder in person with a stay at Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel.

For more information, why not head over to Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel and The St. Regis Macao Wedding Showcase coming this weekend on July 23 and 24 July 2016!

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