If you’re living where it gets cold during the winter months, it might be head to a warmer destination for a vacation away from the cold. The change of pace can give you a reprieve from the cold, rejuvenate your spirit and promote relaxation and fun in the sun. Listed are the top luxury beach resorts in the world. Each is highly rated for service and high class luxury in a beachfront setting. If you love the beach and you’re ready to get away for some R & R, check out the best luxury beach resorts in the world and what they have to offer.
The Mulia Bali, Indonesia
Revel in premium amenities and unrivaled hospitality with luxury accommodations at the consistently award-winning Bali beach resort. Dine at the venue of your choice with our selection of 9 restaurants and bars, each promising a distinct dining experience overlooking the beach and ocean beyond. Lounge on an array of day beds by the resort’s 4 pools, while guests of The Mulia and Mulia Villas enjoy exclusive access to 2 pools. A plethora of beach activities, state of the art spa and fitness facilities await those seeking to relax and refresh during their stay.
Viceroy Riviera Maya, Mexico
Leave the everyday behind in their 41 residential-style private villas, each featuring their own completely private plunge pool, sunbathing deck and outdoor shower. The modern amenities, from native-tree-inspired aromatherapy during turn down service to plush Egyptian cotton linens, are as if from a dream.
Jade Mountain, St. Lucia
Indulge in gigantic in-room pools in enormous rooms looking south to the Piton peaks and across the Caribbean. You’ll feel ultra-VIP atop a mountain above the black sand beach below. There’s a private restaurant, bar, and spa to add to the exclusivity of this hotel—opt for a helicopter transfer from UVF airport to avoid the rather bumpy cross-island drive and unpaved road from Soufrière. Once there, you’ll have Wi-Fi, but no TV or telephone as it’s all about a disconnect in one of these one-of-a-kind aeries.
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, Mexico
Flanked by a tropical rain forest, limestone cliffs and the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea, the natural beauty on our Island of Legends is as dramatic as it is serene. Tucked away within an UNESCO World Geopark, our Resort’s Malay-style pavilions and villas offer both quiet, romantic havens for lovebirds as well as versatile family-oriented retreats. Wake up with a morning swim in your plunge pool before enjoying breakfast on the deck, then head out to explore the mysterious mangrove forests, winding rivers and ancient sea stacks that create our unique landscape.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Over water bungalows and underwater adventures welcome you at this sand-fringed idyll in the shadow of Bora Bora’s Mount Otemanu. Toast sunsets from your private plunge pool, marvel at the Tahitian night sky, or simply lose yourself in our lagoon, where the waters teem with exotic reef fish and colorful corals.
Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, Nevis
This is an authentic Caribbean plantation on 30 beach-side acres along the north coast, and is quiet and laid back. Vacationers return year after year for the personal greetings, fantastic food, and comfy accommodations in the cottages in the grand palms. Be greeted by name by their attentive staff whose only wish is that you enjoy yourself and the one you are with.
Esperanza Resort Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
The Esperanza Resort is full of character. Thursday nights feature “Mexicanisimo”–an extravaganza of food from different regions of Mexico, live music, a marketplace, and fireworks. There are daily painting lessons, tequila tastings with a Master Tequilero, and learn how to drive an open-wheel car in the Baja desert while staying here. From whale watching in the the Sea of Cortez to horseback riding through a deep desert canyon, Baja California is a world of contrasts to be explored.
Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa, Vietnam
This 50-acre resort is on an unspoiled beach fronting the famous Marble Mountains along Vietnam’s central coast. It has cool, modern rooms in which all have balconies, and most with sea views over low-rise rooftops. The resort Offers a choice of room types, all with gorgeous sea views, with 198 guestrooms and suites, 160 one-to-three bedroom residences and 22 three-bedroom villas.
The Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Malaysia
Flanked by a tropical rain forest, limestone cliffs and the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea, the natural beauty is as dramatic and serene. Tucked away within an UNESCO World Geopark, the Resort’s Malay-style pavilions and villas offer both quiet, romantic havens for lovebirds as well as versatile family-oriented retreats. Wake up with a morning swim in your plunge pool before enjoying breakfast on the deck, then head out to explore the mysterious mangrove forests, winding rivers and ancient sea stacks that create our unique landscape.
Palm Island Resort, St Vincent & the Grenadines
The ultimate in castaway chic, with their award-winning adult-oriented resort and spa. One of the finest and most exclusive in the Caribbean offering unparalleled standards of accommodation, dining, activities and experiences. Accessible only by private launch, the truly stunning setting of this blissful location has infinite wow factor. A private oasis offering guests top end luxury. With five soft white sand beaches, the warm turquoise sea and a lush green interior the island has something for everyone.
What to Pack For a Luxurious Beach Vacation:
You have your plane ticket booked and hotel reserved, and what to pack still remains. But if you think that any accessory or swimsuit will suffice, think again. A luxurious beach vacation involves so much more than shedding clothes and jumping in the ocean. You have to look good, especially if you staying at five star resort. Such resorts warrant items that have a little more posh than practical. For the basics you can visit our best beach gear page. Here are the items you’ll need for your luxury beach vacation:
Women
Swimsuit: This is a must, whether you are exploring the beaches or just chilling in the pool, you must have at least one swimsuit for your luxury beach vacation.
Beach Shorts/Denim: You need something casual to wear around the resort during the day, like these.
Cover-Up: Easy breezy just to cover up that swimsuit and move around the resort during the day.
Summer Tops: Stay cool with a cute summer top to go with your denim shorts.
Sunglasses: Gotta have a good pair of sunglasses to wear around the resort and the classic Ray Bans do just the trick.
Sunhat: Try this fashionable Fedora Hat to make you look more elegant and casual.
Beach Bag: Don’t forget to bring a beach bag to keep items like your kindle, phone, ipod, room key or camera while your chilling on the beach or around the resort.
Maxi Dress: Maxi dresses are hands down the best way to be super comfortable and look glam in the evening! Rock them with a nice pair of sandals and you are ready to party all night long!
Sandals: Try Plaka Sandals, with unique designs using high-quality materials and special color mixes you’ll love. Also great to have is a good pair of platform sandals for going out.
Face Cream: You will want a a good face moisturizer with sun block to keep your face looking vibrant and healthy.
Men
Board Shorts: You’ll need board shorts with that are functional and colorful for relaxation, by the pool and for a day at the beach.
Tank Tops: You’ll want a few cool and fun tank tops to take with you.
White Dress Pants: A good pair of white dress pants will be great for your evening out, or a comfortable pair of dress shorts.
Polo/Button Down Shirt: Required by some of the restaurants for dinner, we commend something like this.
Hat: Men need to keep the sun off their face too. Try this great twill hat.
Sunglasses: Gotta have a good pair of sunglasses to wear around the resort and the classic Ray Bans do just the trick.
Flip Flops: Get these great beach-ready sandal featuring a fabric thong strap.
Dress Shoes: A must have for dinner, casual yet comfortable and stylish. The classic boat shoe silhouettes designed to perform on or off shore.
