The Best Luxury Villa Resorts

Poised on an elevated plateau that meets with limestone cliffs sweeping down to the ocean, the view from the Alila Villas Uluwatu is nothing less than picture-perfect. Here contemporary Bali-inspired living design seamlessly integrates with personal journeys of cultural richness, continuing the Alila tradition of a total destination...

Aman Sveti Stefan is located in the centre of Montenegro’s Adriatic coastline, south of Budva and between the villages of Pržno and Sveti Stefan. The site incorporates two kilometres of coastline including the pink sandy beaches of Sveti Stefan, Miločer Beach and the famous Queen’s Beach which is backed by the resort’s...

Amandari (which means "peaceful spirits" ) is located five minutes from the art community of Ubud, in Central Bali. The village of Kedewatan lies adjacent to the resort. Designed as a Balinese village, Amandari has river-stone walkways and high paras-stone walls. The open-air lobby was designed after a wantilan, a village...

Amanjena ("peaceful paradise") is the first Amanresort on the African continent. The resort's 32 pavilions, six, two-storey maisons and largest accommodation, the Al-Hamra Maison, are set within an oasis of palms and mature olive trees. Amanjena's rose-blush walls mirror Marrakech, known in Arabic as Al Medina al-Hamra (the red...

Amanresorts makes its debut in Vietnam with a contemporary beachside resort alongside a full-service Aman Spa. Named for the Sanskrit-derived word for "peace" and noi meaning "place," Amano'i is a tranquil retreat situated on a beautiful white-sand beach overlooking spectacular Vinh Hy Bay. After a scenic...

The turquoise waters of the Sulu Sea, home to vibrant coral reefs, are the focus of exploration and enjoyment at Amanpulo, a private island hideaway. Each of the expansive Villas and the 42 beachfront, treetop and hillside Casitas, reflect their island home both inside and out. Each twin-roofed Casita offers a seamless transition...

There is a "place of peace", situated in a coconut grove between sea and sky on the jade green island of Phuket. Overlooking the turquoise waters of the Andaman and fringed by a white smile of private beach, this place is Amanpuri. Designed to reflect Thailand’s graceful architectural style in harmony with the idyllic natural setting,...

Anantara Phuket Layan Resort & Spa is a charming tropical sanctuary in a tranquil bay setting on Phuket's stunning western coast. One of the most breathtaking luxury hotels Phuket has to offer, it opens onto a private stretch of beautiful Layan Beach, where soft white sands are gently lapped by the turquoise waters of the Andaman...

Situated on a private island, Angsana Velavaru is an all-villa luxury resort in the Maldives. The oceanfront resort is set along the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. For accommodations, guests can choose from ocean villas sitting on stilts over the ocean, or land villas with supreme ocean views....

Nestled in the sparkling golden-sand of Coronado beach in sunny San Diego, Beach Village at The Del offers luxury beachfront accommodations and highly personalized service. This private enclave of residential-style cottages and villas is set within the iconic Hotel del Coronado. This luxury beach resort offers a unique combination...

Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa features 51 junior suites and villas, all air-conditioned and sound-proofed with pink marble bathrooms fully equipped with the high quality standards. Six private villas overlooking the property boast magnificent views over the hinterland and the Mediterranean sea. As spacious as a detached house,...

Nestled on 22 acres within a vibrant resort community, Chileno Bay Resort & Residences offers a waterfront setting. Part of the Auberge Resorts Collection, the luxury resort is located on one of Cabo's only swimmable beaches, providing guests with a variety of sports options including paddle boarding, kayaking, and snorkeling. Designed...

Set on the northern Caribbean's pre-eminent private island off the Turks and Caicos, COMO Parrot Cay combines 1,000 unspoiled acres of nature with a mile-long powdered beach, and relaxed luxury. Accommodations range from 42 airy rooms with gardens and verandahs, to beachside houses and villas, some with private pools. Guest...

Once a plantation, Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is now a private estate resort in Puerto Rico inspired by the legacy and memorable vacation experiences of its original developer, Laurance S. Rockefeller. Its remoteness, discreet individualized service, and deep respect for the environment distinguish it from other luxury...

Nestled within a natural arena of vermillion-colored rock formations, Enchantment Resort captivates guests with the rugged beauty of the Southwest together with unparalleled five-star accommodations and unsurpassed service. Whether it’s for a family vacation, couples getaway, or focus-driven executive meeting, this southwest...

At the tip of the Baja Peninsula, Esperanza Resort is located within the private enclave of Punta Ballena along the breathtaking Sea of Cortez. Spread across 17 lushly landscaped acres, the 57-room luxury hotel offers an incomparable natural setting, guest casitas cascade down a gentle hill affording spectacular ocean views from...

Grace Bay Club is a renowned Turks & Caicos resort where handmade Caribbean experiences are realized. Our oceanfront property immerses you in the art of living. Grace Bay Club is a timeless destination that blends exclusivity and privacy. Here, understated luxury and attentive, individualized service inspire relaxation and rejuvenation. Grace...

The iconic Hotel del Coronado is the world's choice for creating inDELible moments and connections. This majestic oceanfront beach resort engages the senses and its storied personality captivates the imagination of global guests and San Diego locals alike. Situated on America's most beloved beach, The Del is an iconic destination...

Inspired by traditional Polynesian architecture and style, Le Taha'a Island Resort & Spa is the only Relais et Chateaux property in French Polynesia. Situated on the secluded islet of Motu Tautau, the property features perfect views of Bora Bora on one side, and the island of Taha'a (famous for vanilla plantations and black pearl...

Lizard Island Resort on Lizard Island is the northern-most resort located directly on the Great Barrier Reef, with 24 powdery-white beaches and 40 luxurious suites. Enjoy secluded picnics and sunset beach dining on private beaches, five star cuisine in the beautiful Salt Water restaurant and indulgent spa treatments in the Essentia...

Perched along a mountain along the Pacific Ocean, Los Altos Resort is a luxury beach resort with a tranquil mountain setting. Featuring an open-air design, the resort combines five star amenities with direct access to the natural surroundings, including Costa Rica's Manuel Antonio National Park. The all-suite resort offers spacious...

Situated on the island of Ambergris Caye, the Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club, Curio Collection by Hilton is a luxury resort in Belize. Offering a fresh take on the conventional resort community, the property is part of a luxury resort complex with a retail marketplace about 10 minutes from historic San Pedro Town. The resort's...

Providing a classic Southern setting, Montage Palmetto Bluff is a luxury resort set within a maritime forest between Hilton Head, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia. From exploring the architecture via bicycle to experiencing an oyster roast along the water’s edge, there is a variety of activities for guests. The Montage...

Nanuku's villas allow guests to fall to sleep to the sound of waves lapping the shore and wake to a chorus of birds at sunrise. All suites and residences offer floor-to-ceiling windows and bi-fold doors to catch the breeze, ensuite rooms with spa bath, media rooms, expansive decks, outdoor living rooms, private landscaped gardens,...

The beachfront Porto Zante Villas and Spa is a luxury all-villa boutique hotel with private pools, specially-selected pieces of Armani Casa furnishings, paintings by prominent Greek artists, living rooms with Gervasoni sofa beds, and spacious en-suite bathrooms with Jacuzzi bathtubs, separate showers, and Dionysian antique marble....

Nestled amidst a nature preserve, under a canopy of trees, Rio Perdido Guanacaste is a 20-bungalow luxury resort. Set at the point where the cool waters of the Rio Blanco converge with the hot waters or Rio Peridido, guests can experience a plethora of recreational activities including zip lining through White Canyon on a Canyon...

Six Senses Douro Valley presents a superbly renovated 19th-century manor house set high on a hill overlooking the vine covered rolling hills of the Douro Valley and the river below. It is set in a beautifully renovated 19th-century manor house with 41 guest bedrooms, 9 suites and 7 villas, some with private pools and gardens with...

Six Senses Zighy Bay is located on the northern Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman. The setting of these beautiful indigenous village-style accommodations and private marina is spectacular, with the dramatic mountains on one side and the sandy beach of Zighy Bay on the other. Tantalize your senses: feel the sand beneath...

Reaching out across 44 acres of lush landscaping edged by powdery white sands and a crystalline lagoon, The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort represents the epitome of carefree elegance. Its 100 exquisitely designed accommodations feature the largest over-water villas in the South Seas as well as stunning beach villas, showcases for the...

The Brando is a unique luxury resort on French Polynesia's breathtakingly beautiful atoll of Tetiaroa. It sits on one of a dozen small islands that surround a spectacular three-mile wide lagoon. The 22 villas along Turtle Beach and 13 villas along Mermaid Bay have been designed to reflect Polynesian lifestyle and traditions. Every...

Located at the base of Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s tallest peak, The Lodge at Spruce Peak, formerly Stowe Moutain Lodge, is a luxury ski-in/ski-out, four-season mountain resort featuring a full-service spa, fitness center, heated outdoor pool, multiple dining and retail options, and 36-holes of beautiful mountainside golf. Located...

This luxury hotel in Mexico offers cool waterfalls and enchanting lagoons. Elegant adobe-inspired villas are nestled along one of Mexico's premier beaches. Inside Thompson Zihuatanejo’s newly renovated one-, two- and three-story villas, framed by rustling palms and coconut trees, our 56 airy guestrooms and suites carry...

Steps from the Caribbean Sea, the Turtle Inn is a luxurious beach retreat. Providing an idyllic setting, guests at the Coppola Hideaways property can enjoy sea breezes from their own private decks, hike to hidden lagoons, boat along the Monkey River, or explore local Belizean towns. Set within individual thatched-roof cottages,...

Located on the magical island of Maui, Wailea Beach Villas holds the distinction as Maui’s most exclusive beachfront villa resort. Situated among world-class spas, championship golf courses and Maui’s celebrity chef restaurants, Wailea Beach Villas offers a private sanctuary behind secured gates. Enjoy a vast tropical oasis of...

Set along six acres of white sands along Shoal Bay East, the Zemi Beach House Hotel & Spa is the first resort to open on Anguilla’s East End. Developed by the Goldstein Family, the luxury resort is steeped in island tradition, including an elegant Rhum Room with small-batch rums and spa treatments within an ancient Thai house....