If you're not going to splurge on your honeymoon, when will you ever?
With that in mind, here are some of the most beautiful, luxurious properties around the world - perfect for romance and relaxation.
From a villa in Rome to a waterfront suite in Zanzibar, here are 10 hotels made for honeymooners.
With that in mind, here are some of the most beautiful, luxurious properties around the world - perfect for romance and relaxation.
From a villa in Rome to a waterfront suite in Zanzibar, here are 10 hotels made for honeymooners.
ESSQUE ZALU ZANZIBAR, ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA
If seclusion is what you're looking for, Essque Zalu is the place. Suites and villas have their own private plunge pools, and the hotel itself sits right on the northeast shore of the small village of Nungwi, which is home to some of the world's best beaches.
www.essquehotels.com
If seclusion is what you're looking for, Essque Zalu is the place. Suites and villas have their own private plunge pools, and the hotel itself sits right on the northeast shore of the small village of Nungwi, which is home to some of the world's best beaches.
www.essquehotels.com
VILLA SPALLETTI TRIVELLI, ROME, ITALY
Villa Spalletti Trivelli is just what it sounds like - an impressive Italian villa that will make you forget you're staying in the bustling city of Rome. Explore the palace gardens, admire the antique furniture, or enjoy afternoon tea in the elegant drawing room.
www.villaspalletti.it
Villa Spalletti Trivelli is just what it sounds like - an impressive Italian villa that will make you forget you're staying in the bustling city of Rome. Explore the palace gardens, admire the antique furniture, or enjoy afternoon tea in the elegant drawing room.
www.villaspalletti.it
LAS VENTANAS AL PARAISO, A ROSEWOOD RESORT, SAN JOSE DEL CABO, MEXICO
Las Ventanas has pretty much everything you could want on a beach vacation: rooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzis, outdoor tubs and showers, a holistic spa, and a huge freshwater infinity edge pool. Be sure to look up at night - the stars are breathtaking here.
www.rosewoodhotels.com
Las Ventanas has pretty much everything you could want on a beach vacation: rooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzis, outdoor tubs and showers, a holistic spa, and a huge freshwater infinity edge pool. Be sure to look up at night - the stars are breathtaking here.
www.rosewoodhotels.com
CALISTOGA RANCH, CALISTOGA, CALIFORNIA
This Napa Valley resort boasts personal cottages covered in hardwood, which feature both indoor and outdoor bathrooms. There's a stunning bathhouse, as well as an outdoor fitness center, lap pool, and spa. calistogaranch.aubergeresorts.com
VIVANTA BY TAJ - CORAL REEF, NORTH MALÉ ATOLL, MALDIVES
Located just under an hour by boat from the Malé airport, Vivanta by Taj - Coral Reef is truly an island escape. There is no town to explore, just your private villa with a ladder that leads directly into the water or onto the beach. vivanta.tajhotels.com
DAR DARMA, MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
Dar Darma features only six rooms, but those rooms - as well as the rest of the hotel - are works of art. Guests will feel like they've traveled back in time thanks to the opulent design, and they'll enjoy traditional Moroccan meals as well as a roof terrace with a great view and plunge pool. www.dardarma.com
ALILA UBUD, BALI, INDONESIA
Located inland from Bali's beaches, the Alila Resort sits on the banks of the Ayung River nestled within lush greenery and volcanic hills. Swim the gorgeous infinity pool, explore the in-house art gallery, or relax at the spa.
www.alilahotels.com
SOPRARNO SUITES, FLORENCE, ITALY
This 10-suite boutique hotel is just a short walk from Florence's iconic Ponte Vecchio. The building - which has its own library - dates back to the 16th century, and the spacious suites inside blend traditional, period architecture with contemporary art, making for a compelling stay.
www.soprarnosuites.com
BLACKBERRY FARM, WALLAND, TENNESSEE
Sitting at the foothills of the Tennessee Smokies, Blackberry Farms is American hospitality at its finest. There are 4,200 acres of land on which you can horseback ride, play tennis, or fish, but the best part is the award-winning food - prepare yourself for some indulging.
www.blackberryfarm.com
HARMONY HOTEL, NOSARA, COSTA RICA
With its open-air architecture, beautiful gardens, and yoga classes, the Harmony Hotel attracts both eco-tourists and surfers. There's a walkway that leads directly to Playa Guiones, and each room has its own private deck equipped with a hammock and outdoor shower.