8 Luxury Getaways with Stunning Suites
By VacationIdea Travel Editors on March 8, 2013
[Photo:Hotel Santa Caterina]
Whether you are planning a honeymoon, anniversary, romantic proposal or looking for a getaway with incredible suites to rekindle your romance, here is a list of some of the best in the world. Choose from romantic suites with spectacular ocean views, villas on a sandy beach and garden cottages surrounded by nature.
Families are often more comfortable in a suite because you can have the living area to yourself when the children go to bed. There are some exciting suite layouts with a separate cottage for older children, giving them and you more space on your luxury vacation. When choosing your ideal suite getaway, consider other services offered at the hotel, such as a program for children and beach activities.
Certain luxury suite getaways cater mostly to couples which is something to keep in mind when planning a family vacation. Finding the best getaway is sometimes not just about the view from your suite, but also about the activities offered at the hotel and the surrounding area, such as dining options, nightlife and boutique shopping.
Ample outdoor deck space is very important, as well as its setup with a dining table and a plunge pool or a Jacuzzi since most vacationers like to spend as much time outside as possible. Other unique features to look for are bath tubs with picture windows, outdoor showers and ocean views.
1. Suite with a Jacuzzi overlooking the Amalfi Coast
[Photo:Hotel Santa Caterina]
If you are looking for luxury getaways on the scenic Amalfi Coast in Italy, Hotel Santa Caterina has three completely unique honeymoon suites, two with spectacular ocean views and a third suite surrounded by the hotel's fragrant botanical gardens. Follia Amalfitana has the best views of the Amalfi Coast, featuring white walls with contrasting green floors, and a sunken jacuzzi on the terrace overlooking the ocean. Another option on the Amalfi Coast is the five-star Hotel Raito. If you travel to other parts of Italy, these hotels have exceptional luxury suites: Villa D'Este, Villa La Massa and Grand Hotel Quisisana.
2. Desert Suites with Pools in Utah
Amangiri in Utah is a secluded getaway with just 34 suites surrounded by beautiful desert scenery. Book a luxury suite with a private pool and you will never want to leave. Relax by the pool, order gourmet rooms service and enjoy romantic starry nights and sunny days. Each luxury suite has a private courtyard with a dining table. The bedroom and the living area are separated by a glass wall that slides open. Take a relaxing bath while enjoying open views through the large glass window.
3. Luxury Lodges in Napa
Immerse yourself in nature and luxury at Calistoga Ranch in Napa Valley, California which offers 48 free-standing Guest Lodges with floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive cedar decks. Curl up next to the fireplace, surrounded by original artwork. Head to The Bathhouse at Calistoga Ranch, a romantic spa which offers soothing soaking pools and restorative organic treatments. Book a couples' massage on your romantic getaway in one of the treatment rooms with an outdoor garden shower and a private soaking tub. Other hotels in Napa offering unique suites include The Napa Valley Lodge, Auberge du Soleil and The Carneros Inn.
4. One Bedroom Beach Villa in Belize
When you stay in the Luxury One Bedroom Beach Villa at Cayo Espanto, you get to see the ocean and the beach from every spot in the villa. The villa is right on the water's edge, located on its own private stretch of beach. It has a private dock with an umbrella and lounge chairs, perfect for watching the spectacular night sky and relaxing in the sun.
5. A Suite and a Cabin for Families in St Barths
[Photo:Eden Rock – St Barths]
Eden Rock – St Barths is hands-down one of the best luxury getaways in the Caribbean when it comes to suites. You will feel like a rock star surrounded by individually selected furniture, art and luxury service. Choose from Caribbean-style Garden Cottages just steps from the beach, or the more spacious suites with two bedrooms and a private pool. Families with older kids should book the Fontaine Suite which has one suite and one cabin, a terrace with its own private pool and plush deck sunbeds. The cabin has 2 single beds and a separate bathroom, ideal for kids.
6. Ultra-Luxury Private Villas on Mustique Island
Mustique Island is famous for its sandy beaches and plush villas like Yemanja. In fact, the hardest part of the vacation is deciding which room to book since there are so many options. Make your selection based on the view (although they pretty much all offer spectacular ocean views), number of bedrooms and decor. The suites at Cotton House are another way to go if you don't need a whole villa. Ask for one of the cottages with a private plunge pool and enjoy the luxury island lifestyle on Mustique.
7. Villas on a Private Island in Fiji
Royal Davui in Fiji is a private island getaway with just 16 villas, all with private plunge pool. The separate jacuzzi spa bath is a wonderful addition for those who enjoy long soaking baths. Couples can spend romantic evenings outdoors on the deck. There are two separate decks: a dining deck and a sun deck, offering plenty of space for outdoor living. Other luxury getaways with exceptional suites in Fiji are: Likuliku, Taveuni Palms and Yasawa Island Resort.
8. Just Three Villas in Anguilla
[Photo:The Villas at Long Bay Estate]
At the Villas at Long Bay Estate in Anguilla, honeymooners don't have to worry about crowds or lack of privacy. The resort has just three villas with private pools and a butler staff. Lounge on the private sandy Caribbean beach, eat gourmet meals and cool off in your own pool. If you want things to do, the island of Anguilla offers many activities and other beautiful beaches. Also in Anguilla, these hotels offer unique luxury suites: Cap Juluca, Cuisinart Resort and the affordable Anacaona Boutique Hotel.