Planning the perfect honeymoon for you and your loved one to share intimate time together can be daunting, especially after the chaos and bliss of planning a wedding. When planning where to have your romantic getaway, take into consideration the season you plan on travelling, amenities that are non-negotiable, activities offered (lounging in a plush bed with epic views counts), and room type. Whether you’d like complete privacy during your vacation, a honeymoon that revolves around wellness, or to immerse yourself in local culture, here is a list of the most romantic hotel stays around the world to ensure an enjoyable honeymoon.
The Romanos is nestled within an olive tree grove and situated on the beachfront, overlooking the Ionian Sea. A three-and-a-half-to four-hour drive from Athens, the luxury resort offers a selection of beachfront villas and suites with infinity pools, bathtubs set against an expansive window, and grandiose terraces that ensure complete privacy. The most iconic of the private villas are the Royal Villa Methoni and Royal Villa Koroni. The resort also boasts world-class golf courses, a tennis centre, a spa, not-to-be-missed olive oil classes, and local fine dining, including Michelin-starred Chef Alexandros Tsiotinis’ Paráfrasi by CTC. To make a reservation, click here.
Every guest at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Maldives is greeted upon arrival by the blowing of a Sangu conch, while all Aris Meehas (or personal butlers) offer a warm welcome gesture by placing their hands on their hearts. This luxury resort embraces the concept of elevated island life through drum performances, sunset flame ceremonies, and several activities and events each day. Beachfront and over-the-water villas on the island effortlessly merge the indoors with the outdoors via grandiose sliding glass doors that overlook the ocean, private infinity pools, and large sundecks. The resort is also home to The Ritz-Carlton Estate, a complex of three villas on a secluded beach cove, for ultimate privacy. To make a reservation, click here.
Located in the Italian Dolomites, Hotel Hubertus blends traditional alpine and luxury, with a heavy focus on wellness and relaxation. Aside from the hotel’s expansive spa that offers memorable treatments in serene spa rooms and the outdoor heated infinity Sky Pool that protrudes from the hotel; Alpenreych is the hotel’s 7,000-square-meter park that encompasses five outdoor pools, a fireplace, a relaxation room, a log cabin sauna, a panorama sauna, and a cave steam bath. Lovebirds should book a wellness suite with a jacuzzi, offering a personal in-room sauna overlooking the mountains as well as a private jacuzzi on the terrace. To add another level of romance, guests can book a private Heaven & Hell session, a sky in the spa that also happens to be an architectural wonder. Heaven & Hell has two levels of whirlpools and saunas with breathtaking views. To make a reservation, click here.
Ambergris Cay exudes privacy, as it is a private island resort that can be reached via a 10-minute private plane ride from the main island. This luxurious experience offers guests a selection of stays from beachfront bungalows to multiple-bedroom villas that are each decorated in their own unique style. While on the remote island, guests are able to experience beachfront cabana massages, rooftop yoga classes at the fitness pavilion, board games in the sand at the club house, pickleball lessons, all-inclusive à la carte dining, and more. Each stay includes a personal golf cart that allows guests to tour around the island and enjoy the natural surroundings at their own leisure. To make a reservation, click here.
Ultima Hotel Courchevel, open during the winter season beginning December 12, is a ski-in, ski-out haven that consists of 13 chalets. Although it is a short shuttle ride away from Courchevel 1850, the hotel’s 1750 location makes for a very quiet and private romantic excursion. The chalets are built to feel like a mountain lodge, with an upgraded twist of chic decor and eclectic wall art. Whether guests choose a one-bedroom chalet or a five-bedroom abode, all come with a private concierge and private balconies. Upon request, guests can experience an even more romantic vacation with a private chef that tailors every meal to your taste, a private butler, a private driver, a ski instructor, and a private cinema experience. To make a reservation, click here.
This charming Sicilian hotel is situated on the hills of Taormina, overlooking Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea, and was the first hotel built in Taormina, over 150 years ago. With traditional Sicilian décor, most of Grand Hotel Timeo’s rooms have balconies, while the common space includes a six-acre lush park, a garden pool, and an expansive terrace. The hotel is steps away from the centre of Taormina and right next to the Greek Theatre. Socialites such as Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, and Cary Grant were all once guests of the Grand Hotel Timeo. Guests also have access to the Lido Villeggiatura private beach located at Villa Sant’Andrea. Boat cruises and cannoli-making classes will make a stay here even more romantic. To make a reservation, click here.
Nestled in the town of Savaneta, on the ‘One Happy Island’ of Aruba, lies an intimate and romantic retreat. The family-owned and operated haven consists of over-the-water villas that blur the outdoors with the indoors. While the indoors have stunning interiors with cooling units, glass-bottom floor panels, and natural materials handpicked in Indonesia, Brazil, and Suriname, the outdoors have spacious private decks, outdoor tubs made of raw marble and conch shells, plunge pools, and outdoor beds for stargazing. Embrace a love for life and for one another at this adults-only lush resort with experiences like private overwater dining, massage therapies in the privacy of your villa or in the mangrove cabana, live entertainment at the communal restaurant, water activities, and a private cinema. To make a reservation, click here.
Domus Zamittello is a 16th-century restored palazzo that was historically used by the knights of Italian descent. The family-run hotel maintains original features like the courtyard (now lobby) that horse-drawn carriages used to pull into, and is located in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Valletta. The hotel showcases Maltese baroque luxury designs, and the rooms have bespoke furniture and individual layouts. While some rooms are home to the family coat of arms, others have original vaulted ceilings. The outdoor terrace offers guests a romantic setting with unobstructed views of the historic Royal Opera House and the bustling Republic Street. The AMIS Spa is unlike any other, as it is set in the basement of the hotel and dons the stunning historic foundations of the hotel. To make a reservation, click here.
Borgo San Vincenzo is a beautiful 21-room boutique hotel set in the Tuscan countryside. It was originally built in 1780 and is located minutes outside of the medieval town of Montepulciano. The classic Tuscan hotel underwent a renovation and reopened in 2022. Although each room in the hotel has a kitchenette and pleasantly fragrant Acqua dell’Elba amenities, each has elements and architecture that make it distinct from the other. The hotel’s restaurant, Il Ciuchino, is located in the garden in an all-glass building to be able to soak in the views at any time of the day. Experiences that elevate any stay at this property include truffle hunting, cheese and olive oil tasting, Tuscan cooking classes, and cycling the countryside. To make a reservation, click here.
A seven-minute boat ride from San Pedro will transport guests to one of Cayo Espanto’s seven villas. This private island resort is frequented by well-known celebrities for its privacy, opulence, and impeccable service. Prior to arrival, guests must complete an extensive survey of interests, taste preferences, and dislikes. Based on the submitted survey, each villa’s set of housemen create surprise experiences, and the island’s chef designs a personalised daily breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner menu ahead of arrival. The villas are situated so that you are unable to see other guests during your stay, the true meaning of privacy. Guests can book spa treatments set on the deck of their own villa for the ultimate form of relaxation. For the adventurous and guests who would like to get to know their surroundings, Cayo Espanto offers diving, snorkelling, and fishing experiences with incredibly experienced guides and boat captains. Guests can also request a scenic flight over the infamous Great Blue Hole. To make a reservation, click here.
Perched on Turkey’s stunning Datça Peninsula, where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean, lies the romantic D Maris Bay hotel. Surrounded by pine-clad hills and turquoise waters, couples can wake up to sweeping sea or mountain views from elegantly designed rooms, suites, or a private villa complete with its own pool, sauna, and dedicated butler service. Days here begin with spa rituals or sunrise yoga on a secluded pier, followed by leisurely hours hopping between six private beaches—including an adults-only beach. Evenings are made for candlelit dinners, sunset cocktails, or a romantic cruise on the resort’s own yacht. The resort has collaborated with Dior to offer guests a branded poolside experience, branded buggies, a branded boat, and an exclusive Dioriviera store. To make a reservation, click here.
Principe di Salina is a beautiful boutique hotel that induces relaxation and romance just by its architecture and design. Think all-white walls, linen curtains that move with the breeze, an aquamarine pool surrounded by plush cushions and cabanas, and views of the Mediterranean and Stromboli volcano. This family-owned hotel exhibits a blend of Aeolian architecture, Sicilian traditions, international décor picked up from the owner’s travels, colourful flora, and the true hospitality of Italians. Guests can spend their days lounging around the pool, napping in one of the hotel’s many hammocks, or exploring the island via the hotel’s e-scooter rentals. Experiencing a dinner at Principe is a must. Dinners are a set menu served at a set time to all the hotel guests at a communal table. It’s a wonderful experience to mingle with other couples from around the world. To make a reservation, click here.
