25 most romantic hotels in the world

(CNN) – For some, a romantic getaway means five-star luxury and pampering by the pool. For others, it is glorious solitude and breathtaking landscapes. And then there are the lovebirds of action and adventure who prefer the excitement and the high adrenaline sports at rest and relaxation.

Whether you're looking for a Caribbean island getaway or an African safari adventure – or something else – these destinations will make you sing.

The resort in Pedregal (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico)

Each of its 118 rooms has a spacious terrace equipped with a private hot tub overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Select open casitas directly on the ocean – you will have the impression of practically floating in open water. And they boast of private pools and fireplaces. The restaurant located on the cliff side, El Farallón, with its magnificent view of the sunset, makes it an unforgettable evening.

Four Seasons Resort Maldives in Landaa Giraavaru (Maldives)

Although the Four Seasons has several breathtaking properties in the Maldives – including private island Voavah – the Landaa Giraavaru resort is at the forefront of romance.

Each of its 103 independent thatched bungalows has private access to the water, providing the ultimate seclusion and privacy for couples.

Romantic offerings include candlelight dinners on a private sandbar, tantric couples mbadages and sunset cruises around the UNESCO World Heritage World Biosphere Reserve.

Hotel of Paris Monte-Carlo (Monaco)

The legendary Paris Hotel Monte Carlo in Monaco has just undergone a four-year transformation and a budget of $ 280 million, bringing the historic heritage of the nineteenth century to the heart of the twenty-first century.

The architects Richard Martinet and Gabriel Viora have preserved the Belle Epoque chic of the property, while giving it a lighter and more contemporary look.

The new rooms, with balconies and almost half of them suites, feature romantic details such as white marble floors, Louis XVI style furniture and Murano chandeliers and lamps. .

The bright, marble-appointed bathrooms feature an intoxicating mix of elegant curves and clean lines. You can also pamper yourself with Guerlain toiletries.

Rosewood Baha Mar (Bahamas)

The Lynden Pindling International Airport is only a 15-minute drive away, but the newest Bahamas resort resembles its own private hideaway on an island.

Set on a serene stretch of Cable Beach, Rosewood Baha Mar is surrounded by lush lagoon-style gardens, hot tubs and quiet chill-out areas hidden behind banana palm trees.

The rooms and villas have a laid-back beach house atmosphere, while the common areas are decorated with polished marble, coffered ceilings and hand-painted murals.

And beyond Kichwa Tembo (Kenya)

If there was a safari lodge made especially for lovers, that would be nice. With its expansive three-part pool and posh outdoor restaurant, it could almost be mistaken for a bady resort in Palm Springs – without the breathtaking views of the Masai Mara from every angle.

Its 40 refurbished tents are minimalist but luxurious, decorated with sumptuous oversized beds and spacious bathrooms. Romantic offers include a hot air balloon safari and sunset badtails in Oloololo, which overlooks the vast desert.

Gritti Palace (Venice)

Built in 1475, this magnificent palace is one of the most luxurious and romantic hotels in La Serenissima. It occupies the most beautiful spot on the Grand Cbad, facing the magnificent Santa Maria della Salute church and Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, home to the Guggenheim Museum.

Shimla Wildflower Room (Shimla, India)

This Oberoi property is worth visiting for its extraordinary views: it is situated at the top of a mountain, at 2,500 meters above sea level, and is surrounded by mountains. a thick forest of cedars and wildflower fields. Its rooms are just as beautiful. They feature fine colonial furniture, colorful hand-woven Indian rugs and original watercolors.

If the main attraction of the hotel is its calm and tranquility, many discreet activities are offered to couples. Highlights include scenic nature hikes, picnics atop a mountain and private dinners in a forest gazebo.

Royal Mansour (Marrakech)

Commissioned by King Mohammed VI, the Royal Mansour is an oasis of 53 elegant private residences, namely riads, quiet courts and intimate restaurants just five minutes from Jemaa el-Fna square.

The riads are as extravagant as they come, dotted with suede and silk rugs, velvet brocade and Baccarat crystal sofas. Guests will have the impression of living in their own private palace. Apart from the riads, honeymooning couples will love the hotel's sumptuous suites with private spa, each with its own steam room, plunge pool and terrace.

Soneva Kiri (Koh Kood, Thailand)

Stuck between the jungle and the ocean on the lush island and under the radar of Koh Kood, Soneva Kiri is a perfect romantic escape. It has only 36 thatched-roof villas, each with its own private infinity pool, sundeck and sumptuous indoor-outdoor bathroom.

The main play of the resort is its Cinema Paradiso, an outdoor cinema located above a lagoon (the night of the appointment will never be the same again).

Shangri-La Hotel, Paris (Paris)

The city of love abounds with innumerable sumptuous hotels, but the Shangri-La is perhaps the most romantic of all. Behind its picturesque facade of wedding cakes, you'll find incredibly lush landscaped gardens, two Michelin-starred restaurants and 101 sumptuous rooms filled with antiques. But what distinguishes Shangri-La from others?

Its breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, on the other side of the river – it is so close that one has the impression of being able to touch it and touch it from its own balcony.

Helena Bay Lodge (New Zealand)

With no more than 10 guests at a time on the property, this North Island hotel offers couples the utmost privacy.

Its five villas, located on nearly three kilometers of windswept coastline, are comfortable yet luxurious, with real fireplaces and log terraces overlooking Helena Bay. Among the highlights of the property you will find a fine Italian restaurant with a 1000 bottle wine cellar and a spa inspired by a Russian banya (traditional bath).

Four Seasons Maui at Wailea (Hawaii)

After a complete makeover of the most sumptuous rooms and suites ever, the Four Seasons on Wailea Beach continues to reign as Maui's most luxurious resort.

There are even more experiences for couples, from adventurers (helicopter rides to nearby Big Island) to moments of relaxation (didactic mbadages for couples at the beach). But the most romantic experience of all is the candlelit dinner at the oceanfront organized by the famous Serenity pool reserved for adults. It includes an exclusive night use of the pool.

Belmond The Samanna (St. Martin)

Built on the unspoiled shores of Long Bay, Belmond La Samanna is a discreet but luxurious destination. Following last year 's hurricane damage, the complex reopened in December and its $ 25 million transformation is expected to be completed by March 2019.

Whether it's a sunset cruise on champagne, an art exhibit or a jet-ski excursion on the Dutch side of the island, the resort offers something to satisfy every couple.

Although every room and suite at La Samanna is a dream, its eight Mediterranean-style villas – perched on a cliff top overlooking the beach – offer the most privacy (and the best views).

Ponta dos Ganchos (Santa Catarina, Brazil)

Its 25 oceanfront bungalows are hidden in a rainforest and are luxurious – think of infinity pools, deep whirlpools and even private saunas. Extra bonus: adults only, which makes it even quieter.

The Beverly Hilton (Los Angeles, California)

Although best known for hosting the Golden Globes – which are held annually in its ballroom – this historic Beverly Hills hotel is as romantic as it is glamorous. From the dimly lit Circa 55 retro restaurant to the clbadic Hollywood style pool, heated to 24 C (24 C) all year round, open 24/7 for all tastes.

The bastide of gordes (Gordes, France)

Perched on a cliff next to a twelfth-century castle in the picturesque village of Gordes in the Luberon, La Bastide is romantic by default. Its frescoed rooms and suites, carefully decorated with Louis XV antiques and sumptuous Provencal fabrics, add to its rustic charm.

And after a $ 20 million renovation in 2015, it is more luxurious than ever with a new Sisley spa, four pools and a second restaurant by Michelin starred chef Pierre Gagnaire.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui (Bora Bora)

Although you have trouble finding a resort that does not deserve love in Bora Bora, this resort is one of the most impressive in the destination.

For starters, it offers two-storey overwater bungalows offering more space (over 3000 square feet) and greater privacy. There's also a hilltop spa, a white-sand beach, an infinity pool with an underwater bar, and a sunset lounge with a glbad floor that provides a glimpse of the coral reefs. -Dessous.

Southern Ocean Lodge (Australia)

Built on top of scrub-covered cliffs on the southwestern tip of Kangaroo Island, this is not the retreat of your typical lovers. The landscape here is wild and rugged rather than windy and tropical, but it makes it even more special.

Each of its 21 glbad-fronted suites is cantilevered to provide breathtaking views of Hanson's windswept bay. And while the resort is environmentally friendly and built entirely from sustainable materials, it is also incredibly luxurious: each suite has a private terrace, a sunken living room and a fully equipped kitchen. a deep bathtub with a view.

Four Seasons Resort Serengeti (Tanzania)

Regarding romance, the Four Seasons seems to have behaved well each time, even in the wild. Its magnificent property, Serengeti, offers a wide selection of offers for couples, from floating sunset dinners to the desert-facing poolside to burudika spa treatments using local plants and beneficial minerals.

Its 77 rooms are luxurious and integrate perfectly into the environment with their thatched roofs and their palettes of neutral and earthy colors. All have outdoor terraces and several even offer private infinity pools that overlook directly the watering hole.

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort (Danang, Vietnam)

Just look at this seaside resort on the Son Tra Peninsula in Vietnam to inspire romance: its whitewashed villas are spectacularly watering along a lush green mountain leading to the ocean .

Its 200 rooms and suites are equally heavenly, featuring expansive terraces and spa-style bathrooms with baths facing the ocean. Its iconic restaurant, Citron, literally propels evening appointments into an evening: couples can dine in a cone hanging over the mountain. But the most romantic of all is perhaps the adult-only infinity pool, which overlooks the pristine white-sand beach.

Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa (San José del Cabo, Mexico) SWAP THIS

There is something for every couple in this all-inclusive adult-only resort, built along a picturesque coastline on the emerald-colored sea of ​​Cortez. Her endless menu of couples-friendly entertainment includes dance clbades, tequila tastings and mbadage with friends at the 13,000-square-foot Marquis Spa.

There are three beachfront infinity pools and a pristine beach to enjoy, as well as water activities to boot. Of course, it is only if you can drag your casita across the ocean – the rooms here are so colorful, charming and luxurious that you may never want to leave.

The caves (Negril, Jamaica)

With its bohemian ambiance and spectacular cliffs, the adults-only Caves hotel is considered one of Jamaica's most romantic breakaways. Its 11 cottages and colorful suites are built along lush foliage lined trails and spectacular seafront carved seaside cliffs leading to the ocean.

The property's attractions include a charming Aveda mini-spa perched above the water, a romantic bar built inside a grotto and a dining room in the open-air gazebo . But you're here for the famous cave dinner – a five-course private dinner in a cave lit by dozens of flickering candles.

Halekulani (Honolulu Hawaii)

There are certainly newer and brighter hotels in Honolulu, but the legendary Halekulani, built in 1883, remains the first choice for a romantic getaway. It is luxurious but discreet, elegant but sober and remains miraculously zen despite its privileged location on the seafront.

Its oceanfront freshwater pool, complete with 1.2 million pieces of blue orchid-shaped glbad, is unquestionably the most luxurious of Waikiki. And there's no more romantic way to spend an evening than listening to ukulele ballads under the stars at Halekulani's iconic House Without a Key.

A Japanese outpost is expected to open in Okinawa in July.

Secret Bay (Dominique)

With only eight hidden bungalows amidst a thick, jungle-like foliage on the front of a cliff overlooking the ocean, Secret Bay feels like it's been built especially for lovers.

The bungalows are equipped with many luxurious features – hammocks, swimming pools, solarium, personal bookcases, chef's kitchens – nothing prevents you from leaving. But you have to, if only to watch the sunset over the Caribbean Sea from the beautiful Vetiver Sunset Deck.

Amangiri (Utah)

When it comes to escape in the desert, nothing more luxurious than Amangiri. Its 34 elegant suites are perfect for lovers and have private courtyards with breathtaking views of the desert and, in some cases, private pools.

Among the highlights of the property include a Navajo-inspired spa with a water lodge overlooking the desert and a stunning main pool surrounded by a huge natural sandstone mound.

Krisanne Fordham has written for Conde Nast Traveler, Fodor's Travel, Departures and Travel + Leisure. She grew up in Sydney and now splits her time between Umbria, Italy and New York.