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Updated Feb 10, 202314 Hotels With Epic Honeymoon Suites
Book these resorts for the plunge pools or the swim-up bars alone.
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Let's be honest: every dynamic honeymoon involves an equally-memorable stay. Plush or well-serviced accommodations are what couples will most remember, and often cherish, about their honeymoons. Finding the best-in-class lodging means you can technically resort to any five-star property and call it a day, but what makes hotels with honeymoon suites truly exceptional?
An outstanding honeymoon suite is tailored to romance and allows you to be fully present with your partner. Beyond private plunge pools and spacious indoor-outdoor lounges, high-end touches like Frette slippers and discerning turndown services are what elevates one honeymoon suite from the next. Many of the following options were hand-selected due to its focus on design layouts for two. Many are so impressive and posh that you likely won't even want to leave your room. Explore our list of the best honeymoon suites around the world–you won't want to leave from the moment you've checked in.
Romantic Hotel Honeymoon Suites in the US
Sometimes, an exceptional honeymoon suite is known to drive the actual honeymoon location. For example, a spacious and scenic suite overlooking New York City's Central Park–especially when it snows–may give winter-adoring couples the experience of honeymooning in a snow globe. A stay at a luxury suite overlooking Wailea Beach offers couples prime views of storybook sunsets and happy humpback whales breaching the surface of the Pacific. Across top honeymoon destinations in the US, including both urban and countryside retreats, honeymoon suites include an added layer of luxury and service. Here are the finest picks for discerning couples.
The Four Seasons Maui at Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Fun fact: Season One of HBO's White Lotus was shot at the Four Seasons Maui and of course, couples (not-solely-fictional) are clammoring to stay at this gorgeous property on Wailea Beach. Perhaps the ultimate honeymoon resort in Hawaii, the adults-only serenity pool is the place that continues to attract romantic honeymooners and trendy couples too.
The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York, New York
It's tough to find a terrible view among the suites of this iconic hotel in the Big Apple. Located right on Central Park South and Sixth Avenue, this luxury property was redesigned within the last five years with upgraded rooms and amenities like plush hotel robes and elegant Frette slippers, that define the Ritz portfolio. Suites start at 790 square feet—a massive space among New York hotels if you ask us, and bookings offer entry to the exclusive Club Lounge, where couples can enjoy daily breakfast, lunch and dinner presentations. Before heading out for the evening, indulge in a caviar and champagne presentation with the club concierge, or order a cocktail at the lobby bar. After all: people-watching is a sport in the City that Never Sleeps.
Amangiri, Four Points, Utah
Aman properties were largely found in the Middle East, but this privately-owned, top-tier hotel group has solidified its footprint across US tourism with its flagship property stateside. Natural walls, curved edges across buildings and pathways, and architectural minimalism nod to the raw and untainted beauty of the surrounding region. Each suite includes an outdoor lounge for sightseeing and a fireplace for staying warm. As Aman is a five-star resort that leans into wellness, staffers will curate experiences like sound baths and rare excursions. Antelope Canyon is an accessible drive away and evenings are spent unwinding with meals under the celestial heavens.
The Faena Miami Beach, Miami, Florida
Alan Faena's version of hospitality is vivid and sultry–which explains why the honeymoon suites in the Faena are among the finest in the country. With en-suite bathrooms, heated floors and other design flourishes that greet guests upon command (more on that once you book a stay), the Faena is considered one of the pinnacle properties across all of Miami Beach. If you decide to step out of the suite in favor of the Miami sunshine, all guests have access to the Faena's private beach, along with its impeccable towel and umbrella service. Damien Hirst's tribute to the woolly mammoth ("Gone but Not Forgotten") also welcomes couples in the courtyard, along with additional art sprinkled throughout the property's restaurants. Indulgence is encouraged.
The Beekman Hotel, New York, New York
The top floor of the Beekman Hotel in Lower Manhattan hosts one of the city's coolest suites, The Thompson Suite, complete with an outdoor terrace and an indoor lobby that dazzles just about every guest. Lavish and adorned with mahogany leather and sleek marble design touches, the 1,000-square-foot scale is stately and a rare find in Lower Manhattan.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina, Oahu, Hawaii
Book the Penthouse Suite at Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina for gorgeous views of the ocean from your expansive terrace, the perfect spot for soaking up the sun with your sweetheart. Inside, you'll find elegantly appointed rooms and a full-service kitchen. Amenities include private chef service, if you so choose, as well as one-on-one yoga sessions on the terrace.
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, Maui, Hawaii
An iconic property on the island, the Grand Wailea's Napua Club has oceanfront suites that face the legendary Wailea Beach. Each suite comes with a private lanai (a porch or veranda), plus access to the property's fitness center, concierge, along with 55-inch flat-screen TVs and Keurig coffeemakers. If you're looking for additional suite options, the Wailea Beach Resort, a Marriott property in Maui, is another luxury property that features indoor-outdoor experiences like its oceanfront lanai.
Romantic Hotel Honeymoon Suites Around the World
If the world is your oyster, honeymoon suites are the finest of pearls. To help you find some of the best honeymoon hotels across the globe, we've handpicked the finest hotels with honeymoon suites, all tailored to romance and luxury.
Jade Mountain, St. Lucia
St. Lucia is known as one of the most romantic honeymoon destinations in the world, and Jade Mountain is known as one of the most honeymoon-specific properties in the region. Jade Mountain is renowned for its open-air layout nestled on the side of a mountain. Its 29 open-air "sanctuaries" blend indoor and outdoor living spaces seamlessly. Couples have a clear view of the Pitons across the water, whether in bed or from the infinity pool. Breakfast on the private balcony overlooking the Caribbean water is another experience. The honeymoon suites are specially designed so that even with all of that outdoor space, no guest will ever be able to spot you.
One&Only Palmilla, Los Cabos, Mexico
Located on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, the One&Only Casita Suite at the One&Only Palmilla Hotel & Spa is private, luxurious, and oh-so-difficult to leave. A curved infinity pool provides the perfect place for a dip and it's nestled beside a terrace jacuzzi and seating. Thanks to the wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors in the living area and dining room, you have panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.
The Lodge at Chaa Creek, San Ignacio, Belize
If you're planning a Belize honeymoon, The Lodge at Chaa Creek is an excellent choice for those who want to be fully immersed in nature, without giving up material comforts. Known as one of the most luxurious and most eco-friendly rainforest boutique hotel resorts in Central America, the lodge's Ix Chel villa makes for an amazing honeymoon experience and includes world-class amenities such as a personal butler, in-room massages, outdoor showers, a private pool, and a private hot tub. When you come indoors for the evening, you still won't be too far away from nature, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows that provide 180-degree views of the jungle.
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Sicily, Italy
If your romantic getaway dreams include more Mediterranean coastline than jungle jaguars, you might want to consider booking the swanky Presidential Suite at Belmond's Grand Hotel Timeo in Sicily. The airy, spacious hotel room oozes European luxury and style, including two marble bathrooms, two king beds and an expansive terrace with a whirlpool tub and views of the sea. Extra amenities include select meals and a fully stocked minibar.
Sandals South Coast, Jamaica
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Honeymooners have multiple options for private suites when they arrive at a Sandals property. They can either book one of the renovated Rondoval suites at Sandals South Coast or Saint Lucia or, in select locations, an even more private and luxe, over-the-water bungalow. Plus, the honeymoon suites at these romance-centric, all-inclusive properties come with full butler service, especially if you and your honey want cold vacation drinks and fresh food served on the beach.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, Bali, Indonesia
If you think your honeymoon will take you further afield, to international shores, try Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, Indonesia. The Royal Villa is a rainforest hideaway that's difficult to match, with its modern architecture, private plunge pool, expansive outdoor and indoor space and palm trees for days. Whether you're enjoying some room service on the covered patio, sunbathing on the deck or just taking in the view from your guest room, you'll enjoy unprecedented privacy.
One&Only The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
If there's a destination in the world that gets modern luxury, it's Dubai. Book a honeymoon-ready executive suite at One&Only The Palm. There, you'll enjoy a private villa space right on the beachfront, as well as a private, temperature-controlled pool and access to the hotel's luxury spa. The villa terrace features oversized daybeds, while the suite has multiple views of the Arabian Gulf. If you can bear to leave your gorgeous accommodations, the staff is more than happy to help you and your spouse plan an array of excursions within and outside the city. At night, you have your pick of fine-dining options, not to mention easy access to shopping and the city's coolest architectural feats.
–Holly Riddle contributed to the reporting of this article.
