The Best Hotels for a Honeymoon in 2014
The honeymoon is supposed to be one of the romantic times in a couple’s lives. A relaxing getaway after several months of stressful wedding planning, a time to get away with the one you love to spend a few days just with each other. No matter where you want to spend your honeymoon–whether on the beach of an all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean with a drink in your hand or ripping up the slopes while skiing in the Alps–one of the most vital points in having a successful couples getaway is the hotel you stay in. What if that 5-star luxury hotel in Manhattan ends up really being a roach motel in the Bronx? The romantic trip you dreamed of can quickly turn into a nightmare if the hotel you choose doesn’t live up to your expectations.
So, here we give you the best hotels for a honeymoon–in all different kinds of destinations.
1. The Yeatman Hotel in Portugal
In recent years, Portugal has become the number one most-wanted honeymoon destination. And it doesn’t take much to imagine why. From the romantic architecture to fantastic hotels, wonderful restaurants, and cozy bars, there’s plenty to keep you busy on a honeymoon in Portugal. The most famous romantic hotel in Portugal is the Yeatman Hotel, which is located in Porto. This romantic Portugal hotel provides private terraces with romantic dining tables and the best spots to fantastic city views. With this great combination, you won’t even have to leave your hotel room for a romantic dinner during your Portugal honeymoon.
2. Sandals Grande at St. Lucia
St. Lucia is a gorgeous island in the Caribbean and it makes for one fantastic honeymoon destination. Surrounded by the sea, you’ll find the Sandals Grande, a wonderful St. Lucia honeymoon destination. This all-inclusive hotel in St. Lucia is right on the beach, meaning you can enjoy breathtaking views from you room as well as fantastic sunsets in the resort’s restaurants. This St. Lucia resort comes with great amenities and even offers a honeymoon package, so your honeymoon in St. Lucia will pull out all of the stops.
3. Maroma Resort and Spa in Mexico
This resort in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico, is in a gorgeous location on the beach. This Playa del Carmen hotel’s honeymoon package includes romantic dinners on the beach and couples sightseeing. If you’ve been dreaming of a honeymoon in Mexico, you’ll be quite happy with this Mayan Riviera hotel near Cancun.
Bali is world renowned as an amazing island, but the Amankila Resort offers guests the best pool ever, as well as a romantic hotel in Bali perfect for a honeymoon. In fact, this Bali hotel’s three pools are arranged to look like a staircase. This resort in Bali also gives views of the Lombok Strait, which is the perfect backdrop for some Bali honeymoon photos.
5. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Canada
This hotel in Canada is surrounded by mountains, make it seem like it’s just been dropped into the valley. In addition to this romantic hotel’s setting, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise also offers newlyweds plenty of outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and water rafting. This romantic Canada hotel is perfect for those looking for an active honeymoon location. Those who love being outdoors will love a honeymoon in Canada and romantic stay at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.