Delaire Graff Estate

South Africa

This hotel is on a vineyard in one of the best wine regions in the world. Your lodge will have a pool, kitchen, privacy, and stunning mountain views. Make sure you do a wine cellar tour and book a session in one of the spa suites!

Victoria Falls River Lodge

Zimbabwe

Wake up to the spray of Victoria Falls, elephants at your deck, river views, and a private plunge pool. This safari lodge has tented suites and treehouse suites, and I highly recommend spending at least one night in each type of accommodation.

Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa

Seychelles

Hilton Honors members, you can cash in your hotel points to stay here practically for free! This hotel has direct access to Silhouette Island’s famous white sand beach, seven restaurants and bars, a PADI training course, and a spa.

Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas

Tunisia

If you want to get off the beaten path and escape the crowds, this desert oasis is for you. I highly recommend booking a villa with a private pool and unobstructed desert views. Make sure you do a hammam spa ritual and a private dinner under the stars!

Ayada Maldives

The Maldives

An overwater bungalow in The Maldives is one of the most romantic accommodations in the world. You’ll have a personal butler, plunge pool, overwater hammock, private deck, outdoor shower, and glass-paneled floors.

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

Thailand

If you’ve ever wanted to get up close and personal with elephants, this all-inclusive hotel is for you! In addition to interacting with elephants every day, there’s a spa, guided activities, an incredible pool, and 160 acres of jungle to explore.

Busuanga Bay Lodge

Philippines

Get ready to fall in love with this oceanfront boutique hotel. Your room will have a balcony and water views, and the property has multiple spas, three bars and restaurants, a marina for boats and seaplanes, complimentary water sports, an infinity pool, and direct beach access.

Six Senses Uluwatu Bali

Indonesia

This iconic clifftop resort is ideally located on the southernmost tip of Bali near the famous Uluwatu Temple and some of the island’s best surfing spots. Your room will have ocean views, a plunge pool, and a private deck. Plus, the hotel has multiple restaurants and infinity pools.

Cap Maison Resort & Spa

St. Lucia

Cap Maison Resort and Spa is a boutique, luxury property located in its own cove with incredible views of Pigeon Island. You can swim at one of the two pools, lounge on the beach directly below the resort, and snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard for no extra cost. Plus, Cap Maison’s two restaurants have some of the best food on the island.

The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal

Costa Rica

You might recognize this hotel from an episode of The Bachelor and Keeping Up With The Kardashians. This world-renown resort has multiple pools and hot springs, a swim-up bar, a spa, an epic waterslide, and an adventure center with on-site activities such as river tubing, horseback riding, and rock climbing.

Grand Isle Resort and Residence

The Bahamas

Located on Great Exuma, this hotel is the best “home base” for exploring the off-the-beaten-path Exuma islands. At this all-villa resort, you’ll have access to one of the best beaches on the island, two restaurants, a tiki bar, a main pool, an adults-only pool, golf carts, and complimentary water sports.

Eden Roc Cap Cana

Dominican Republic

You can choose from boutique villas with private pools, beachfront suites, and ocean villas at this resort. You’ll never have to leave the property, which has a full-service spa, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, private Beach Club, five restaurants, and one of the best beaches on the island.

Shangri-La Paris

France

You can’t get more romantic than a hotel room with views of the Eiffel Tower! This hotel was formerly a 19th-century palace, and it’s retained its historic architecture and charm. There’s an on-site restaurant, and you’ll be a short walk from the Champs-Elysées.

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland

Iceland

This resort is the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. You can enjoy the on-site thermal pools, spa services, volcano views, and world-class dining. Then you can do an off-site excursion such as a waterfall hike, helicopter tour, scenic drive, or ice cave exploring.

Castello Di Vicarello

Italy

Perched on a hilltop in the Tuscan countryside, this boutique hotel sits on 40 hectares of vineyards, olive groves, farmland, and forests. This hotel has total seclusion, exceptional food, two spacious pools, a boutique spa, and organic kitchen gardens.

Katikies Chromata Santorini

Greece

This cliffside retreat has some of the best sunset and caldera views on the island. Your cave room will be white, bright, and luxurious, with stunning sea views. There’s an on-site restaurant and bar, and you’ll be ideally located for exploring the island.

Yunak Evleri

Turkey

Built in the 5th and 6th centuries, this hotel is an ideal home base for exploring Cappadocia’s elaborate underground cities, hidden cavernous churches, and enchanting rock terrain. Your room will have a private patio, stunning views, hand-crafted furniture, and antique decor.

Alila Jabal Akhdar

Oman

If you want an adventurous and off-the-beaten-path romantic getaway, this mountaintop hotel is for you! This LEED-designed resort blends traditional Omani architecture with contemporary style to create a truly luxurious and one-of-a-kind resort that makes you feel like you’re on top of the world.

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort

United Arab Emirates

This desert oasis will make you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere, but you won’t be far from Dubai or Abu Dhabi. You’ll love the pool, dining, architecture, and luxurious rooms, and there are lots of desert activities for you to enjoy.

Banana Island Resort Doha

Qatar

If the Maldives is out of your budget, book an overwater bungalow at this resort with all the luxury and scenery of the Maldives for a fraction of the cost. This resort emphasizes water activities, wellness, and world-class dining, so it’s the perfect off-the-beaten-path island getaway.

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

Hawaii

This hotel has some of the most spectacular pools you’ll ever find. The four main pools are tiered beneath each other with waterfalls, and there’s an adults-only pool. Some rooms have swim-out pools, and the villas have private pools. Andaz Maui is also beachfront, and you’ll love its five restaurants.

Enchantment Resort

United States

Enchantment resort is one of the best wellness retreats in the U.S. This resort combines the rugged grandeur of the Southwest landscape with luxurious amenities and Native American culture. There are three pools, two restaurants, a spa, golf course, outdoor adventure activity center, tennis courts, game room, and a bocce and croquet court.

Hotel Bardo

Mexico

Get ready to fall in love with this adults-only jungle oasis in Tulum. Your private bungalow will have a plunge pool, garden, and al fresco dining, and the property has a dreamy pool, world-class dining, complimentary bikes, and is away from the crowded tourist spots.

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

Canada

In the winter, this picture-perfect hotel (and all of Quebec City) looks like it belongs in a snow globe! Every guest is treated like royalty, your room will have stunning views of the city or river, and the restaurants here are some of the best in the city.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui

French Polynesia

The overwater bungalows here are a true romantic paradise. You’ll have a host to take care of all your needs, and the property has five restaurants and bars, an incredible beach, water sports, and a pool that you’ll never want to leave.

Longitude 131°

Australia

Adventure couples, this glamping lodge in the Outback is for you! The property has a spa, incredible restaurants, and stunning views from every window in every building. Your luxury tent will have contemporary furnishings, artwork by indigenous artists, a private deck, and a plunge pool.

SkyScape

New Zealand

If you want to feel like you’re on top of the world and in the middle of nowhere, this all-glass house on the South Island is the ultimate romantic escape. Every wall and ceiling is glass, giving you unobstructed views of the countryside. Plus, you’ll love the patio and outdoor tub.

Hotel Casa San Agustin

Colombia

This is the best hotel in Cartagena! Located within the historic walled city and dating from the 17th Century, this boutique hotel has preserved its original frescoes and architecture. You’ll love the on-site restaurant, library, solarium, pool, and spa.

Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel

Peru

If visiting Machu Picchu is on your bucket list, you must stay at this hotel! This is the only hotel at the entrance to Machu Picchu, so while most visitors have to take a winding bus ride to Machu Picchu, all you’ll have to do is walk outside your door.

Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa

Chile

Patagonia is usually thought of as an adventure destination, but it’s also an incredibly romantic place to go. This hotel sits on a bluff with views of Lake Sarmiento and Torres del Paine, and your luxurious room is the perfect place for relaxing after a day of exploration.

Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

You’ll never want to leave the rooftop pool at this beachfront hotel in the heart of Rio. Your room will be luxurious and modern, and you’ll have a balcony with incredible views. There’s also an on-site restaurant and bar, and the hotel has direct beach access.