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Best Beach Resorts 2014
Take sun, add sand, surf, and beach. Add sunscreen, a swimsuit, a towel, you, and then relax. These world's best luxury beach resorts and hotels offer all that and more. The top luxury beachfront and ocean resorts feature ocean views, private beaches, fine dining right on the sand, and private villas with plunge pools. Eco-Resorts and remote locations are prime spots for beach vacations, but beaches can be found in big cities such as Sydney and Los Angeles as well. There's also dozens of beach resorts and hotels in the Caribbean and Asia. Others prefer to sunbathe in the US, Mexico, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America. Whatever continent or country you choose for your getaway, there's sure to be a beach nearby (except maybe Antarctica). Dive into the surf at these top luxury beach resorts or spend time at a private plunge pool. Some luxury beach resorts are family-friendly, but if you'd like a more grown-up getaway, there's a plethora of luxury adults-only beach resorts to choose from. Beach vacations are a year-round activity, just follow the sun for some warmth, surfing, snorkeling, water-skiing, boating, sailing, jet-skiing, scuba-diving, and other oceanic activities. Bring your swimsuit and your sunscreen for your luxury beach vacation at one of the beach hotels on our World’s Best Beach Resorts and Hotels list. Our World's Best Beach Resorts and Hotels list is all hot beaches and cool locations.
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Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach epitomizes the sophistication of a Mediterranean villa combined with the beautiful oceanfront location on Florida's Riviera. Located on 4.5 beachfront acres with 400 feet of Florida's stunning Atlantic Ocean coastline, this Miami Beach luxury resort features 188 residences, 98 impeccable hotel...
Five Star Alliance Perk:
Reservations booked under the "5 Star Signature Package" rate will also include full the American Breakfast Buffet for two daily, a $100 spa credit once per stay, and a welcome amenity.
Opened in 1923, Belmond Copacabana Palace's impressive stucco-fashioned edifice is Rio's most traditional and luxurious hotel. This landmark was designed by the French architect Joseph Gire who was inspired by two hotels, the Negresco in Nice and the Carlton in Cannes. Since opening the hotel has had only two owners, the Guinle...
Five Star Alliance Perk:
Reservations booked under the "5 Star Signature Package" rate will also include buffet breakfast for two daily at Pergula Restaurant and a $100 spa treatment credit per room/per stay (not valid for products).
Designed with serenity in mind, Vietnamese culture and hospitality take center stage at The Four Seasons Resort, The Nam Hai. All 100 villas at The Nam Hai front the beach and enjoy private gardens with outdoor showers and the finest appointments. In the pool villas, individual butler service assures every wish is fulfilled. The...
Four degrees south of the equator, Fregate is an island of outstanding natural beauty; giant granite boulders rise from the powdery white sand of seven beaches, protected by granite barriers. Construction of the resort was subject to strict regulations to safeguard the environment and the preservation and protection of the island's...
The luxurious tropical all-inclusive getaway, Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, is located in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico on the magnificent Banderas Bay offering luxury, all ocean view accommodations and AAA 5 diamond award-winning hospitality and service that is second to none. The world-class SPA, winner of the Conde Nast "Most Excellent...
Five Star Alliance Perk:
All reservations booked under the "5 Star Signature Package" rate will also include a bottle of sparkling wine and grand class amenity, a $50 USD spa credit per adult/per night (only on massages that are 50 minutes or longer), 30% off unlimited tee times at Vista Vallarta and Marina Vallarta Golf Course, complimentary private one way airport transfers.
One of the most popular resort hotels in Turkey, Hillside Beach Club is a first class international destination for families and couples alike. Situated on its own private bay and surrounded by pine trees, the resort is cleverly arranged to be in harmony with the natural environment. Whether guests need to wind down and relax...
Designed by famed Parisian designer Christian Liaigre, it's the much anticipated reincarnation of the iconic Sereno Beach Hotel. As reinvented by Liaigre, Le Sereno is an intimate, elegant sanctuary? A beachfront gem with 37 exquisitely furnished suite and villas. It's located on the east end of the island along 180 meters (600 feet)...
Creating choice and trends in fashion and home style is Donatella Versace's passion. To extend the signature label into a landmark hotel, Donatella brings together inspirations and influences from around the globe - refelcting past and present, classical and contemporary. Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast Australia. An exquisite destination,...
A late 19th century liberty style villa immersed in the beautiful scenery of the Amalfi Coast, an elegant seaside residence surrounded by the perennial blue of the Mediterranean sea and sky, by luscious bougainvillea and by lovingly cultivated olive groves and fruit orchards. This is Hotel Santa Caterina of Amalfi, a special place...
Five Star Alliance Perk:
All guests making reservations through Five Star Alliance will also receive daily buffet breakfast for two, a $100 value of local ceramic items in boutique per room/per stay during high season (mid May - mid September) or lunch for two once during stay ($85 USD value excluding drinks) during low and shoulder season (March - mid May and mid September - early November), a welcome fruit basket and bottle of Spumante, and complimentary WiFi.
Set in the heart of Santa Monica, Shutters On The Beach is an oceanfront luxury resort. Offering California styling with a laid-back, yet elegant atmosphere, the property is part of the Leading Hotels of the World Collection.The property has an extensive art collection with works of art by Hockney, Lichtenstein, and Motherwell, plus...
Five Star Alliance Perk:
Reservations booked under the "5 Star Signature Package" rate will also include full breakfast for each guest daily at Coast Restaurant (maximum $50 credit per room/per day) and a $100 spa treatment credit per reservation.
The LaLiT Goa (formerly the InterContinental The LaLiT Goa Resort) is one of the most exquisite, beautiful and secluded Goa beach resort. It is also the largest property in Goa in terms of area and as well as number of suites offered. The Portuguese style architecture with an elegant blend of Goan culture at this 5 star resort...
Stroll the secluded pink sand beach and gaze out into the clear turquoise Atlantic waters. Discover the tranquility of The Reefs Hotel & Club, two incomparable Bermuda vacation experiences. The Reefs, renowned for its intimate setting, fine dining and legendary hospitality, continues to earn international acclaim as the best...
Located on Vancouver Island's magnificently rugged west coast, the Wickaninnish Inn is minutes from the picturesque township of Tofino. The Inn is situated on a rocky promontory at the westernmost point of Chesterman Beach, at the gateway to Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and the renowned beauty of Clayoquot Sound. Surrounded...
Turtle Bay Resort has almost five miles of beachfront that includes the beauty of Kawela Bay, Bay View Beach Lawn and of course Turtle Bay. Only 45 minutes from the high pulse and energy of Honolulu, our guests enjoy the natural tranquility of the North Shore lifestyle and spectacular ocean views from every one of the magnificent...
Five Star Alliance Perk:
All guests making reservations with Five Star Alliance will receive buffet breakfast for two daily at North Shore Kula Grille and a $50 resort credit per room/per stay (not valid on room rate or taxes and resort fee). The following are subject to availability at the time of check-in and departure: upgrade, early check-in, and late check-out.
Situated on 15 acres of land, the Wanakarn Beach Resort & Spa, a member of Relais & Chateaux, is a luxury resort on a private sand beach and narrow river, crossable via a one-minute boat ride to reach a white sand beach along the waters of the Andaman Sea. Featuring Thai style with hideaway setting and barefoot luxury, the property's...