Picture yourself sitting down next to a scenic blue pool, the sun warming your body, surrounded by an incredible view. Each resort pool that made our list is unusual and unique, featuring creative design and spectacular views. Most are infinity-edge pools either high on a cliff above the water or right on the beach, so close to the sand that you can almost touch it. Picture yourself sipping a cool drink at the pool bar or having a relaxing lunch while enjoying the view. Choose from destinations around the world, including Europe, California, Mexico, the Caribbean and other popular vacation spots.
Awesome Views of the Greek Islands
Perched high above the ocean, Katikies lets you admire some of the most unbelievable island scenery in Greece. Resort suites have their own private outdoor whirlpools with awesome views.
Katikies is set against the dramatic and romantic backdrop of Santorini, one of Greece's most celebrated islands. Katikies is located in Oia, a city known for its whitewashed walls, cobblestone alleyways, and bright blue rooftops. Katikies offers seven different types of luxurious rooms and suites.
Each room gives visitors the best that Oia has to offer: endless sea views as well as glimpses of Santorini's soaring cliff tops. Amenities at Katikies include three infinity pools whose edges seem to spill into the cobalt sea, a spa that offers treatments specially tailored to your desires, and an upscale restaurant with fine Greek cuisine.
Las Ventanas al Paraiso, Baja Peninsula
Located at the tip of Baja Peninsula, Las Ventanas al Paraiso literally means the "Windows to Paradise". This is the perfect spot to relax with some of the most amazing ocean views. This stunning resort consists of both suites and villas. Each suite has its own large patio as well as nearly 1,000 square feet of beautifully furnished living space. All of the villas offer unobstructed ocean views, and some of them are located just a few feet from the sparkling sea. Guests enjoy round-the-clock room service, deluxe complimentary toiletries, and full access to the resort's wellness center.
Las Ventanas al Paraiso also has a built-in spa and salon where guests can indulge in everything from a manicure to a complete light and sound therapy session. A set of butlers attend to poolside visitors, and they give their all to ensure everyone is well-fed, pampered, and comfortable.
Watch the Stars in the Maldives
The secluded Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives is home to this beautiful spot on the ocean's edge. With its wide selection of dreamy beachfront and over-the-water bungalows, the Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives is the ultimate destination for experiencing the beauty and luxury of the Maldives. Infinitely blue waters surround each of the 100 idyllic villas. Comfortable king-sized beds, a personal bar, and beautifully landscaped outdoor living areas are just a few of the treats that await guests at this upscale resort.
The Coco Bodu Hiti has seven restaurants of its own, and guests can even enjoy a delicious barbecue on the beach at sunset. The built-in Coco Spa offers a series of relaxing and restorative treatments rooted in Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern culture. Lastly, the resort has an array of activities for guests such as snorkeling, sea excursions, and trips to Mahe, the capital city of the Maldives. Map
Cliff in Amalfi--Belmond Hotel Caruso
Hanging over a cliff in Italy, Belmond Hotel Caruso lets you enjoy some of the most beautiful views of the Amalfi Coast. Situated in an 11th century palace, Belmond Hotel Caruso appears to drift over the tranquil Mediterranean Sea. The hotel has a total of 50 double rooms, junior suites, suites, and exclusive suites that are exquisitely decorated. The hotel's built-in restaurants look out onto panoramic views of the sparkling sea and rugged hilltops.
While relaxing in the Hotel Caruso's stunning infinity pool, guests can enjoy their favorite songs on an iPod provided by the concierge or savor something refreshing from a heaping bowl of fresh fruit. The hotel also provides guided boat tours of the breathtaking Amalfi coastline, and guests can entertain themselves at the Belmond by visiting the spa, the fitness center, or the upscale boutique. The Belmond Hotel Caruso is also child-friendly. Parents can request a babysitter if they want some time alone, and the spa offers special treatments for kids and teens. Map
Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, California
The pool at the Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, California makes you feel like you are levitating over California's spectacular coastline. Post Ranch Inn is a romantic weekend getaway, located on Pacific Coast Highway One in Big Sur, California.The property features wonderful architecture and spectacular views. Book one of the Ocean Houses with incredible ocean views and a wood-burning fireplace. Fill the indoor spa tub, order room service and you will not want to leave your room while staying at this famous Californian weekend retreat.
The property is located on 98 acres, perfect for hiking, picnicking and romantic walks. There is a heated outdoor pool, fitness area and a private massage studio. The inn offers a number of weekly complimentary guest activities such as yoga, nature and garden walks. Stargazing is offered on clear nights. Guests can schedule a private yoga or fitness class, followed by a relaxing massage or health spa treatment. Treatments include aromatherapy, La Stone Therapy, herbal wrap, facials, reflexology and Reiki. Massage can be arranged on the deck or in a private massage studio.
There are 30 luxury guest rooms located in several unique houses. The seven Tree Houses are built nine feet off the ground on stilts with a stairway leading to each entrance. Tree Houses are triangular in shape with a window seat, desk and a fireplace. The ten Coast Houses were designed to resemble the nearby redwood trees and offer partial or full ocean views. The five Ocean Houses offer amazing ocean views from the bed, bath, window seat and terrace. The two-sided fireplace in an Ocean House is visible from the bed and bath. Guest accommodations feature a fireplace, massage table, indoor spa tub, private deck and a free mini bar.
Guests dine at the romantic Sierra Mar Restaurant with spectacular views of the bay. The restaurant offers a creative menu, including regional California cuisine with Asian, Mediterranean, Hawaiian and Pacific Rim influences. The menu changes daily, giving guests the opportunity to try many different flavors. An extensive wine list complements the delicious meals. Blue Whales can be seen from June through October as they migrate to central California, including Monterey Bay, to feed. The nearest airport is Monterey, about one hour by car. You can rent a car at the airport. Post Ranch Inn is 150 miles south of San Francisco. Video, Post Ranch Inn
The Island of Capri, Italy
A Neapoliton palace that dates back to the 1700s is the home of the Capri Palace Hotel & Spa, a luxurious resort on the island of Capri. This 5-star hotel includes 72 suites as well as three restaurants and an internationally acclaimed medical spa. The historic village of Anacapri is within walking distance of Capri Palace, and guests can also buy exquisite Italian clothing and jewelry from the Palace's specialty shop.
The built-in White Museum showcases a variety of fine Italian pieces that reflect the creativity and style of the museum's founder, Tonino Cacace, as well as other famed artists. The hotel also offers exhilarating speedboat excursions to neighboring islands. Lastly, guests can reserve portions of the Capri Palace Hotel & Spa for weddings and special events.
Jaw-dropping Oceanside Views
Gili Lankanfushi is a resort comprised of luxurious over-the-water villas in the Maldives. Each villa has an open floor plan with a private coral garden and floor portholes that give guests a glimpse of the clear ocean below. Upon arriving at the resort, each guest is escorted to their private accommodations by boat.
At Meera Spa, guests are treated to professional massages, and local Tibetan bowl drummers create a tranquil mood with their delicate music. To entertain guests, the Gili Lankanfushi has its own jungle cinema, equipment for a variety of exciting watersports, and plenty of areas for swimming and snorkeling. The resort also has its own organic garden that provides nearly 60 percent of all the vegetables used in the on-site restaurants.
Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives, Lankanfushi Island, 08290, North Male Atoll, Republic of the Maldives, +960 664-0304
Perfect Reflection in the Maldives
With 79 beach and over-the-water villas, Anantara Kihavah Villas is the perfect spot for a relaxing holiday. The sprawling resort caters to guests' needs with its state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga and meditation classes, watersport equipment, and areas for teens and kids. One of the resort's most stunning features is its quartet of restaurants: Sea, Fire, Salt, and Sky.
The Sea restaurant is submerged and gives guests incredible views of life in the Indian Ocean, while the Sky restaurant features a rooftop bar with expansive views of the horizon. There are plenty of opportunities for guests to dive or snorkel in the stunningly clear waters that surround each isolated villa. Adventurous visitors can charter a Maldivian seaplane for a romantic afternoon on a desolate sandbar or to capture photos of the incredible seascape from high above the clouds.
Velassaru Maldives
Accessible only by speedboat, Velassaru Maldives is a secluded island in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Couples who want beautiful sandy beaches, romantic tropical sunsets and great service, should head to the Maldives. Guests are accommodated in beach bungalows and water villas with modern interiors and minimalist traditional exteriors. All guest accommodations provide the following amenities: In-villa safe, LCD TV & DVD player, Private bar and tea & coffee maker, IDD Telephone, internet access, Bathrobes, hair dryer, ceiling fan and individually controlled air-conditioning.
Velassaru Water Suite is the most spacious and luxurious, complete with a glass bottom floor with a views of marine life swimming underneath you. Outside you will find a spacious deck area with steps leading directly into the blue lagoon. At night, the starry sky above is spectacular. During the day, the views of the surrounding reef and ocean and fabulous. The property has its own Dive Center where you can take diving lessons, a Watersports Center, a fitness center, tennis court and yoga.
Try several fun activities on your honeymoon such as glass-bottom kayaking over the reefs, wake boarding and windsurfing. Sign up for a couples' massage in one of the unique overwater treatment pavilions on stilts over the lagoon. Velassaru Spa has a soothing relaxation room, 10 overwater treatment rooms, a yoga pavilion, steam room, sauna room and a hydro pool over the lagoon. Choose from one of the signature spa packages for the ultimate indulgence on your honeymoon.
From a private dinner on the water's edge to intimate dining at Etesian, the resort gives couples many great options. Flavors from around the world include Mediterranean, Eastern, Indian and Continental cuisines in several distinct settings. (+960-665-6100).
Intimate Couples' Relaxation Over the Water
Huvafen Fushi Maldives sits at the edge of the ocean, offering 360 degree views of the coral reef and the sandy beach. Guests at this luxury resort can choose from several types of accommodation, including beach bungalows with private pools as well as luxury over-the-water bungalows. For the most authentic experience, some guests choose to stay in a Dhoni.
Guests who select this option aren't sacrificing luxury for authenticity—the Dhoni has its own full-time staff, an onboard chef, and living quarters furnished with all the latest amenities. Back at the resort, there are several specialty restaurants that serve fine cuisine from all locales. Dining on a deserted sandbar or enjoying a meal in the infinity pool is also an option with the resort's destination dining services. Snorkeling, diving, seaplane flights, and marine conservation tours are just a few of the activities that guests can enjoy during their stay.
