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Searching for the best honeymoon destinations or honeymoon hotels? There’s certainly no one-size-fits-all-couples getaway—but there are several fantastic regions with five-star resorts known for their romantic, once-in-a-lifetime appeal. Take a Mexican resort whose “department of romance” will set up sleeping under the stars, or a bucolic Vermont farm that will serve a pondside picnic for your partner. Then there are the locations where romance seems to be embedded into the landscape, such as the Amalfi Coast.
Below, the best places to stay on your honeymoon, whether you’re searching for a mini weekend getaway or a far-flung adventure.
Saint Barthélemy
The upscale glamour of St. Barths is legendary—and for good reason: the French Caribbean island boasts several five-star resorts, designer shopping, and Michelin-starred dining as well as pristine sandy beaches. Stay at Le Toiny if you seek a discreet, romantic ambience while still wanting to experience the social island that is St. Barths. The whole property is surrounded by wild and rugged terrain—to get to the beach club, guests must board an open-air white safari jeep that will navigate several steep dirt curves before reaching its luxurious, tucked-away destination, known for its lobster salad and local tuna tartar. The rooms are airy, crisp, and undoubtedly luxurious—plus, each comes with a private plunge pool with ocean views. Otherwise, Cheval Blanc St. Barths—owned by luxury group LVMH—is the place to stay: shrouded in bougainvillea arches and greenery, it exudes a French Riviera meets-the-tropics energy.
Ischia, Italy
When dreaming of an Italian honeymoon, scenes of long, leisurely meals overlooking the sea likely come to mind, or the smell of fresh pasta mixed with salty air and sweet local wines. One thing that isn’t part of this dream? The crowds that come along with most popular Italian destinations. Enter: Ischia. A volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian sea, Ischia has largely flown under the radar compared to its more widely visited neighbors, Capri and the Amalfi Coast. Stay at Mezzatorre on the island’s northernmost point for the ultimate escape—the castle-like hotel is perched over the sparkling blue waters of the Gulf of Naples, and offers luxury spa and wellness experiences to fully embrace the Italian notion of dolce far niente, or, the sweetness of doing nothing. Further inland, Botania Relais Spa offers private villas in a secluded, shady haven where you can fully relax in nature. Just minutes down the road you’ll find the tiny, charming beach towns of Forio and Lacco Ameno, which are just as laid back as the rest of the island.
Sossusvlei Desert, Namibia
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It takes at least three flights to reach Soussuveli, a remote region within the vast Namib desert. But those willing to take the long journey will be well rewarded with a landscape that feels more like Mars than Earth, a night sky that’s the second-darkest in the world, and an adventure that’ll stick with you for a lifetime. Stay at the andBeyond Sossusvlei, and spend your morning e-biking through the property’s 31,419-acre private sandy reserve, or perhaps take a hot air balloon as the sun rises. Then, cool off by your stone-and-glass studio’s infinity pool as the afternoon temperature rises. When you’re ready to adventure out again, have one of the property’s rangers take you out for a cocktail hour deep in the dunes, or perhaps hike the dunes... and then have a cocktail hour.
The Amalfi Coast
There is no shortage of romantic places to stay in the dreamy, la dolce vita destination of the Amalfi Coast. However, we’re going to pick a few. Consider the Belmond Hotel Caruso. Located high in the hills of Ravello, its relative remoteness from the busy towns below allows for a more private experience. Wander through the property’s abundant gardens, go shopping in the quaint town of Ravello, embark on one of the property’s complimentary boat excursions, and most of all, eat some pasta. Vogue also loves Le Sirenuse: Positano can get admittedly crowded during its high season, but you ll feel in your own little world at this fireside red property with mosaic terraces, elegant guest rooms, and terraces upon the Tyrrhenian sea. Meanwhile, the Palazzo Alvino is an iconic Ravello hotel housed in a 12th-century pink villa with a Michelin-starred restaurant.
The Greek Islands
When you think of the quintessential honeymoon, the first destination that comes to mind is always Greece. So much so that we’ve even put together a guide on how to plan a Greek honeymoon fit for the gods. One of the most romantic islands? Santorini, of course. Steeped in Grecian beauty with its iconic whitewashed buildings cascading down the cliffside, it is one of Greece’s most famous islands for a reason. Perched above the island’s iconic blue-domed church in the tranquil town of Oia, Santo Pure resort embraces a signature philosophy: The art of slow living.
Umbria, Italy
“Old meets new at Reschio, a place where you can feel the heft of centuries in the solid stone ramparts and brush up against the most up-to-the-minute modern comforts,” Vogue editor Chloe Schama wrote of Castello di Reschio, a 1,000-year-old castle-turned-hotel nestled high in Italy’s Umbrian Hills. There’s a strong commitment to sustainability—most of the produce comes from the estate’s own gardens, vineyards, and beehives—as well as design: the interiors are adorned with intricate stucco work, stone-carved fireplaces, antique artworks, and trompe l’oeil ceilings. Also worth checking out? The recently opened Borgo dei Conti, which offers you the run of a picturesque hilltop village and has a spa complex to boot. Stay there—or perhaps rent a villa—and visit the charming towns of Solomeo (where the Brunello Cucinelli headquarters is located) and Deruta (known for its artful ceramics.)
Costa Rica
Eco-adventurers will find a perfect romantic respite at Nayara Tented Camp, a luxurious getaway bordering Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano National Park. Tents are surrounded by guarumo trees and the brightly plumed toucans and howler monkeys that reside in them. Each accommodation’s private plunge pool is fed with water from the volcano. Take a yoga class in their open-air studio, and then go on a hiking adventure through the rainforest.
Canyon Point, Utah
We picked this region for one reason: Amangiri. A favorite couples getaway of, well, seemingly every celebrity, from the Kardashians to the Biebers—the three Michelin-key hotel is dramatically secluded. The minimalist-modern resort sits in the middle of Grand Staircase-Escalante, over one million acres of protected land that was the last area to be mapped in the contiguous United States. On the hotel’s 600 acres, you’ll find canyons and mountains, mesas, rivers, and deserts. Hiking is a must-do at the Amangiri, as is tackling it via ferrata (or, a climbing trail that you scale with cables). Then there are journeys to nearby slot canyons—fantastical sandstone formations that will take your breath away. Stay at the main property or at their luxurious tented camp, Camp Sarika.
Benguerra Island, Mozambique
Mozambique Benguerra Island—an under-the-radar alternative to the Seychelles—is home to two five-star resorts. The first is Kisawa, which embraces African modernist architecture and an adventurer’s sensibility. Upon arrival, guests are given keys to a pastel Moke and free rein to roam the property’s over 700 acres (word to the wise: always keep the resort map handy). Food is fresh, local, and seafood-based—many dishes are caught by the island s local fishermen—and the service is impeccable. Better yet: a portion of each stay s proceeds benefits the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies, Africa’s first permanent marine observatory. Then there’s the tranquil andBeyond, nestled in an indigenous forest that includes over 150 bird species. The beach stretches for miles, without any other structures in sight. (Just off the shores is some of the best snorkeling in the world.) Despite the expanse it’s located on, there s a wonderful intimacy to the property, with only 13 lodging structures.
There is no shortage of fine stays on Lake Como, the idyllic Italian getaway whose sapphire waters are surrounded by the Alps. There s the jewel box that is Passalacqua, which in 2023, was ranked the best hotel in the world. Meanwhile, Grand Hotel Tremezzo, is also worth a visit: its floating pool, Belle Epoque interiors, Wes Anderson-like exterior facade, and sprawling gardens have frequently entranced honeymooners from around the world. Sip Aperol spritzes on the sun-drenched patio before taking a dip in the pool—or perhaps even the lake itself.
Douro Valley, Portugal
Oenophiles will fall in love with the Six Senses Douro Valley, a five-star sustainable retreat set among a rolling Portuguese vineyard. Stroll the grounds—which include a rare 19th-century forest garden abounding in oaks, strawberry trees, cedars, palms, and firs—lounge in the pool, or perhaps indulge in a picnic organized for you on the hotel grounds. But most of all, go explore the region s famous Douro Quintas, or wine estates, via a boat ride down the Iberian peninsula’s river.
The Maldives
The Maldives has built an iconic reputation as both a romantic getaway and for its diverse marine life. Go snorkeling, diving, or simply swim in the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean while staying at Niyama Private Islands. The resort has a number of dining experiences, ranging from underwater to treetop restaurants and a sultry rooftop bar. If couples have little ones joining them, the resort is known to have the Indian Ocean’s biggest kid’s club, where children can even go dolphin scouting along the white sand beaches.
Marrakesh, Morocco
The magic of Marrakesh is on full display at the Amanjena. Between its gazebo, pools, private gardens, and stunning architecture, outdoor lounging feels positively sacred. The resort was inspired by the rose-colored buildings of old Marrakech, with modern touches like clay tennis courts and a 27-hole golf course sitting beside the dessert where couples can explore the Agafay dunes. Sail the sky by hot air balloon and take in the landscape by day then travel by camel to a private spot for a delicious Berber meal under the stars. For a design-forward bohemian stay, consider El Fenn, long a darling of the fashion and art world.
The coastline of Big Sur, California, is one of the most cinematic in the world, with its rocky cliffs that descend into the churn of the Pacific. Stay at the Post Ranch Inn, which is known as one of the best hotels in America. Or go into the redwoods to Alila Ventana Big Sur, which offers glamping and s’mores across 20 acres. No matter which one you choose, make sure to stop at Big Sur Bakery for breakfast.
