Summer is nigh and what better than to spend the season beside the seaside. We bring you some of the sweetest suites by the seaside where you don't even need to step outside to enjoy summer; the sea is almost at your feet in these luxury suites beside the seaside.
The Residence, Mauritius
Nestling between tropical gardens and an expansive beach of platinum white sand on the east cost of Mauritius, The Residence combines 1920’s colonial charm with the contemporary cool elegance of a modern day retreat. If your idea of a dream holiday means not having to lift a finger – not even to unpack your suitcase – The Residence is definitely for you! Check yourself into one of the ocean front suites for the best views across the hotel, as well as succumbing to total splendour and luxury at your disposal. With four poster beds, spacious bathroom plus tons of wardrobe space we doubt you’ll ever want to leave your suite.
Four Seasons, Bora Bora
Four Seasons is the newest luxury retreat to grace Bora Bora’s mystical shores. Serenely located on one of the beautiful islands scattered in Bora Bora’s magnificent lagoon, this heavenly retreat takes full advantage of its awe-inspiring setting – boasting views of dazzling white sand beaches, turquoise lagoon waters and the soaring green peaks of Bora Bora’s Mount Otemanu. If you’re seeking added space and the ultimate beachfront retreat, then the Otemanu Luxury Beachfront Villa is the answer – boasting three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a private swimming pool, an expansive living room with seating for eight and 140 square metres of outdoor space including sunny decks and shaded lanais with spectacular views of the crystalline lagoon and dramatic Mount Otemanu.
The Baros, Maldives
We can’t take you to the Maldives and just offer you any old exclusive suite – well how about a deluxe villa instead? Set in flower glades by the beach, these unique villas provide an incredible setting for a perfect holiday for two. Think exotic open-air bathrooms in sandstone-walled tropical garden, the beach and beautiful white sands at your door step and the comfort and exclusivity of staying in a deluxe villa. We can’t imagine a more perfect beach vacation spot.
Velassaru Resort, Maldives
Head over to this gorgeous resort that boasts distinctive style and personality – and the most chic kind of accommodation you could come across. Think romance, seclusion and relaxation on this beautiful island that enjoys a stunning location on a triangular shaped coral island known for its pearl-dust beaches, turquoise lagoon and coconut groves.
The delightful beachside Deluxe Bungalows have their own private terrace whilst the Beach Villas have large outdoor bathrooms and sprawling oceanfront verandas. The Water Bungalows and Villas are set on individual wooden stilts, each attached to a pontoon which stretches out into the lagoon with fabulous views of the reef and ocean beyond.
Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali
Located in the village of Tembok on Bali’s exotic northeast coast, this secluded sanctuary blends effortlessly with the island’s landscape – and as its name suggests, the focus here is very much on the spa experience. Naturally, a daily spa treatment is included in your stay and that’s not all, amidst your uber relaxation and undeniably beautiful views we have to mention that we recommend not the suites but the villas which are sanctuaries of peace. Each with with their own private entry and plunge pool with unobstructed views of the ocean, basking beneath the shade of palm trees you have the perfect beach getaway.
Six Senses Yao Noi, Thailand
Located on the small island of Koh Yao Noi, Six Senses Yao Noi is one of Thailand’s most idyllic retreats and has to be one of the world’s most intimate luxury island hideaways. With an emphasis on complete privacy and intimacy the spacious villas are gated and surrounded by lush jungle providing complete seclusion with ample indoor and outdoor living. Each villa has 24 hour butler service so whether you need escorting to dinner by golf cart or your suitcases packing there is always someone on hand to attend to your every whim, or to be told to leave you alone to enjoy the peace and tranquillity!
The Oberoi, Mauritius
This unique and exclusive retreat is located at Turtle Bay on the north-west coast of Mauritius. A sanctuary for couples and honeymooners, The Oberoi’s 20 acres of lush tropical gardens are not only surrounded by a turquoise lagoon but they also enjoy 600 metres of oceanfront with silver white sand and views of verdant green mountains on the horizon. For the ultimate extravagance, the two sumptuous and elegantly appointed Royal Villas are perfectly suited to romantic couples or families looking for a lavish refuge away from the pressures of day-today life.
Chateau Eza, France
The Cote d’Azur is stunning and the area is famous as a playground for the rich and famous from the film festival at Cannes to the casino at Monte Carlo but it really is a region that offers everything! The beaches are perfect, the seaside towns are magnificent and inland you can explore magnificent historic sites and rolling sun bathed countryside. Check yourself into the ultimate boutique hotel de luxe, perched high on a rocky cliff overlooking the sleepy village of Èze 400 metres below.
Old school chic the five-star Château Eza, a short hop from Nice and Monaco and it offers nothing but class and luxury at it’s best.
The Cove Eleuthera, Bahamas
The Bahamas are one of the most popular luxury beach escapes in the world for a number of reasons. The beaches are perfect, the sea life is incredible, the island is modern and luxurious and the food and culture are incredible. Beaches here are amongst the most beautiful in the world and offer a true taste of paradise! Check into the Caribbean Cove Suite for the best views and the beach right at your door step. The suite offers ultimate comfort and lots of space as well as the undeniable beauty of the Bahamas.
Kenoa Exclusive Beach Resort, Brazil
Brazil is famous for its breath taking beaches lying at the northeast coast of Brazil and throughout the country. It’s not as popular as many of our other top beach destinations but it is well worth a journey for more adventurous travellers. The sights on offer are incredible from rainforests to the sprawling capital Rio de Janeiro and the beaches are pristine.
Check into the Kenoa Exclusive Beach Resort, located in Barra de Sao Miguel in the Northeast coast of Brazil and enjoy a suite that features panoramic views of the Atlantic coast, a balcony with a traditional Japanese Ofuro, its own heated infinity-plunge pool, an outside deck with a private garden, and a private access to the beach, what more could you ask for?
