The Most Romantic Hotels for Couples

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 on 2021.10.14
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"Whether it’s a honeymoon, couple’s trip, or a quick getaway—these destination hotels should be on your shortlist." By Jennifer Tzeses --- For the full list, click the link below.

Les Sources de Caudalie

Hotel · Martillac

"Stay among the grapevines at this 600-year-old winery in southwest France. Located just 20 minutes from the city center of Bordeaux, Les Sources de Caudalie is a nod to the beauty of pastoral living. Forty rooms and suites have a comfy collectible-meets-quirky charm. Regional wines flow freely and cuisine is as serious as the vino. There are two Michelin-starred restaurants that utilize produce from the property’s organic gardens and specialize in the freshest local fare. Explore the estate by bike or on foot, tour the château's vat room and wine cellars, or learn to cook with the chef."

COURTESY OF LES SOURCES DE CAUDALIE

Soneva Fushi

Resort hotel

"Honeymooners and beach-seekers alike will fall in love with this remote refuge. The digs are private villas with an elevated shipwreck style: thatched roofs, driftwood furnishings, and private pools. They’re located either on the sunrise or sunset side of the island. The sunrise side is ideal for complete privacy, as the sea is your only neighbor, and the sunset side is perfect for snorkelers, affording three reefs to explore. When it’s time to unwind, gaze into the night sky at the observatory where the stars just seem brighter."

COURTESY OF SONEVA FUSHI

Grand Hotel Tremezzo

Hotel · Tremezzo

"All the silk and splendor of a bygone era star in this 1910 art nouveau hotel. Rooms are resplendent in plush glory and gilded glamour—each either facing the lake or the garden. Water is the main attraction here, so you might park yourselves at one of the three pools or pull up a lounge chair at the private lakeside beach. The hotel has two classic boats (as well as captains) to cruise you through the crystal waters on a cozy trip for two."

ROBERTO BONARDI

Amanyara

Hotel · Providencales and West Caicos

"Somewhere between the rugged reefs of North West Point Marine National Park and a lush tropical forest lies Amanyara, a remote parcel of paradise. Here, luxurious pavilion living comes in the form of 36 timber dwellings with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that lead to private pools, shady terraces, and freestanding tubs. And it all centers around an infinity pool crafted from volcanic rock. To take the romance factor up a notch, opt for dinner prepped by the executive chef in a remote cove or on the hotel’s private beach."

STEVE PASSMORE

Kasbah Tamadot

Hotel · Asni

"A walled complex at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, Kasbah Tamadot was discovered (and reimagined) by Sir Richard Branson while on a ballooning expedition. Its 28 rooms feature décor unique to the destination and private plunge pools. Moroccan, African, and international flavors are served up at the restaurant, and the hotel bar is housed in a Berber tent. Try the traditional hammam at the spa for a taste of tradition. Landscaped gardens and interior courtyards are meant for meandering, and before you know it, you’ve surrendered to the oasis all around."

JONATHAN COSH OF VISUAL EYE

Heckfield Place

Hotel · Heckfield

"Long romanticized, the English countryside brings on the period charm. A stay at Heckfield Place is a bit like stepping back to a time when strolls ‘round the grounds were the epitome of wooing. The former Georgian home stands on 400 acres of Hampshire landscape, and its rooms are full of bespoke oak furnishings. Meals are the homegrown variety, with produce picked straight from its farm and gardens. Wander around the gardens hand in hand, pack a picnic lunch, or row your way along the lake—pastimes here are leisurely pursuits."

COURTESY OF HECKFIELD PLACE

Casa Angelina

Hotel · Salerno

"If ever there was a place to be swept off your feet, Casa Angelina, high on the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, is it. Every room has a view of the Mediterranean in all its majesty. Minimalists will appreciate the chic white-on-white palette that lets the seascape and green mountains beyond each of the 42 rooms take center stage. Bask the day away at the hotel’s private beach, take a dip in the pool, and when day turns to night, have an intimate alfresco dinner for two with fresh Mediterranean fare at the rooftop restaurant. All you have to focus on is the starry night sky, the endless sea, and each other."

COURTESY OF CASA ANGELINA

"Where beach and chic collide, this stylish boutique hotel on a bluff in St. Barts blends French charm with Caribbean flair. For the couple whose idea of celebrating love is all about elegance, Le Carl Gustaf does not disappoint. Its 21 luxurious rooms, suites, and bungalows feature terraced ocean vistas. Should you really want to amp up the amour, the resort offers a special romance package with everything from breakfast in bed to a couples’ massage at the spa—not to be outdone by a sunset photo shoot on the beach."

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San Camp

Travellers lodge · Central

"If you’re the adventurous sort, San Camp is for you. The off-the-grid haven is a bucket-list destination that’s perfect for a honeymoon. Situated on the edge of the Nwetwe Pan in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi, a salt pan in the middle of the dry savanna, this seven-tent retreat is a feast for every sense. Here, a billowy tent is your home in the middle of nowhere—where all you have is time with that special someone and the wildlife around you. Take game drives at night to see the ecosystem come alive, or travel across the salt-crusted earth by quad-bike. The accommodations are minimalist meets luxury, and chef-prepped food will not leave you hungry."

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"Gilded-age glamour meets classic sophistication at this historic Swiss chalet. Those looking to be spoiled will appreciate the same attention to detail and service known to captivate the who’s who of old Hollywood (think Audrey Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich, and Alfred Hitchcock) who once flocked to the alpine hideaway. Forty of its 157 rooms were recently redesigned, and all include your very own butler to satisfy every whim. The spa treatments are as luxurious as the surroundings, and after treating yourselves from head to toe, take a dip together in the glass-enclosed infinity pool."

COURTESY OF BADRUTT’S PALACE HOTEL

"An iconic resort for oenophiles, Solage recently underwent a $30 million dollar reno, enhancing its already luxurious Napa Valley digs. Individual bungalows feature a sophisticated urban charm. Outdoor patios, showers, and fire pits are perfect for cozying up with the one you love while taking in the breathtaking vistas of the Palisades and Mayacamas Mountains. Enjoy farm-fresh local favorites at Solbar, or visit the hotel's 20,000-square-foot spa, which showcases Calistoga mud and mineral water therapies—hallmarks of the area since the 19th century. Enjoy couples’ treatments, lounge by the pool, or simply sip the region’s wine varietals while enjoying the inspired scenery."

COURTESY OF SOLAGE

ORIGINS Lodge

Hotel · Upala

"There are retreats in the jungle—and then there’s this one, which takes lush living to new heights. For those looking to leave the world behind, Origins offers a mountainside hideaway deep in the rainforest. Each of its seven luxe cabins in the clouds is essentially a handcrafted nest perched amid the tree line. Couples never have to come down to earth. Why would you? You can cozy up in your own outdoor hot tub or on a canopy bed for two. Should you choose to relinquish your roost temporarily, you could try your hand at cooking local cuisine with the chefs from El Salto, pamper yourselves silly at the spa, or explore the local environs by foot, horseback, or boat."

COURTESY OF ORIGINS LODGE

One&Only Mandarina

Resort hotel · Compostela

"Nestled in the cliffs of the coastal rainforests, One&Only Mandarina is a natural haven on high. The retreat features 105 luxurious, free-standing villas sturdily rooted to the rockface and a plunge pool overlooking the Pacific. Reconnect with each other (and nature) by losing yourselves in the surrounding jungle with a picnic basket in tow. Try a spa treatment—they'll use Tata Harper products—for two under the canopy of Higuera trees. And when the sun goes down, savor a private candlelit dinner on the beach where you can bask in your own glow—because, really, who’s watching?"

COURTESY OF ONE&ONLY MANDARINA

The Brando

Resort hotel

"Tucked among the technicolor beauty of Tetiaroa, a remote private island 30 miles north of Tahiti, is this romantic retreat. The island gets its name from the late actor Marlon Brando, who purchased it in 1967 to be near a Tahitian actress he fell in love with while filming Mutiny on the Bounty. The resort, which can only be accessed by The Brando’s private plane, is a 35-villa retreat, and each villa comes with its own private plunge pool and beach on a three-mile lagoon. If you want to explore your environs, hop on a set of bicycles for a jaunt to the spa, fitness center, infinity pool, or tennis court. Meals here are the Michelin-star variety, with restaurants like Les Mutinés, where you can savor fine French fair by moonlight."

COURTESY OF THE BRANDO