This peaceful Moorish estate, just 20-minutes from the bustling town of Marbella, is a haven for couples who value privacy, elegance and wellness. Booking a stay at Finca Cortesin will grant you access to its snow chamber, golf course, yoga centre and Romanesque spa. Adventurous guests might opt to go on a scenic hike or bike ride around the area, or take a half-day trip to the Ascari racecourse. And if you’re running low on energy after exploring, the pools are the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day.
Finca Cortesin, Carretera de Casares, 29690 Casares, Málaga, Spain, +34 952 937 800, [email protected], www.fincacortesin.com
Get ready for the royal treatment. This coming spring, the Palace of Versailles will open its doors to guests for the first time. The 14-bedroom luxury hotel, designed by esteemed interior designer Christophe Tollemer, will provide one of the most romantic experiences France has to offer. Guests will have exclusive access to the Palace and its iconic gardens, as well as the Valmont spa in the wellness centre. To make the most of your stay, you could even take a boat ride down the Grand Canal with a bottle of champagne.
Airelles, Château de Versailles, Versailles, France, [email protected], www.airelles.com
This serene and modern Vietnamese resort boarders picturesque Nui Chua National Park and boasts some of the most stunning architecture in the country. The glassy infinity pools, picture-perfect yoga sala, spa houses and private pool suites are just a few standout elements that make this meditative getaway such a hit with health-conscious couples. The two spa houses offer a unique honeymoon experience where treatments, therapies and healthy meals can be enjoyed (without ever having to leave the privacy of your own two-storey suite).
Amanoi Resort, Vinh Hy Village, Ninh Hải District, Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam, +84 259 3770 777, [email protected], www.aman.com/resorts/amanoi
Pleasure meets purpose on this Indonesian island resort. You can spend the day releasing turtles back into the ocean, surf some waves, try overwater yoga or chill by an infinity pool. Alternatively, you can join a meditation, yoga or private movement session, but it’s the spa safari that brings wellness in the wild to the next level. Don’t miss out on the once-in-a-life opportunity to trek through rolling countryside hills, expansive rice fields and a traditional Sumbanese village. Afterwards, a spa therapist will show you to your private cliff-side room where you can dive into a selection of treatments, ranging from body wraps to 90-minute massages. Best of all, the resort supports the Sumba Foundation, which is committed to aiding poverty on the island of Sumba.
Nihi Sumba, Hoba Wawi, Wanokaka, West Sumba Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, +62 361 757 149, [email protected], nihi.com
If going off the grid is what you have in mind for your romantic trip of a lifetime, this ultra-exclusive resort nestled in the gorgeous Noonu Atoll (an administrative division of the Maldives, 187km north of Male), should be top of your list. The idyllic island is loved by celebrities, couples and families alike, who while away their days doing water sports, indulging in organic spa treatments and enjoying rounds of golf. At this resort, personalisation is taken to the next level – its individual wellness programmes, including personal training and nutritional plans, are specifically tailored to your particular needs.
Velaa Private Island, Noonu Atoll, Republic of Maldives, +960 6565 000, [email protected], www.velaaprivateisland.com