These Tropical Hotels are Your Ticket to Paradise

Relax on the golden sands and don’t worry about a thing, darling—you’re at Park Hyatt St. Kitts. Set along the shore of idyllic Banana Bay, this private sanctuary offers front-row seats to the spectacular Caribbean Sea and St. Kitts’ sister island, Nevis. Direct beach access invites guests to swim freely in the warm turquoise sea while two swimming pools—the secluded adult-only pool and the Lagoon Pool perfect for families—provide sand-free dips. For the ultimate indulgence, the three-bedroom Presidential Villa is equipped with a private infinity pool, wellness area, personal butler and private chef.

Become a castaway, but make it chic at Soneva Fushi. Set on Kunfunadhoo Island, this treasure nestled in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is barefoot luxury at its finest. Sixty-four private island villas are ensconced in jungle, with most enjoying their own private seawater pool and private white sand beach (a snorkel in the Indian Ocean, anyone?). The property’s most fabulous accommodations, the Water Retreats, are among the largest of their kind in the world, featuring a terrace with a private pool and a waterslide into the ocean. Plus, all villas come with personalized butler service.

Paradise on earth is set on an unspoiled private island off the northern tip of Koh Samui. Welcome to Cape Fahn Hotel. Koh Samui’s first private island luxury resort is just 22 villas, all of which come with a private plunge pool. During the day, guests can enjoy everything from a private Thai dance class to a sea picnic. Come nightfall, a Moonlight Cinema can be enjoyed while floating on pool chairs. Of course, guests have the opportunity to dip into the glistening Gulf of Thailand, but if poolside living is more your style, the oasis is also home to three outdoor pools—a saltwater pool, children’s saltwater pool and adults-only plunge pool.

The original home of R&R, The Breakers Palm Beach knows how to do absolute repose. With four pools and five whirlpool spas, this oasis has an infatuation with water. Stroll down the Ponce Promenade, past the Ocean Lawn and enter The Beach Club—a private outdoor sanctuary with a series of four glittering pools, restaurants, bars and chaise lounges. For a perfect daytime escape, grab yourself an island-chic bungalow outfitted with beach-inspired furniture and a dedicated concierge to meet your every vacay need.

While Ubud may not be located on a beach, its location in the heart of Bali makes it an oh-so-lush tropical paradise. Hidden away in the central foothills, a winding path lined with coconut and banana trees opens onto Alila Ubud, a tranquil sanctuary situated high above the Ayung River. Take in the quiet beauty of emerald-green jungle canopy stretching as far as the eye can see—all while being just five kilometers from Bali’s artistic center. There’s nothing like taking an Insta-worthy picture on holiday—lucky for guests, one of the world’s most photogenic pools lives here.

Not one, not two, but three pristine beaches can be found at the majestic Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo. That’s what travelers can expect when vacationing in a pristine 1,400-acre private peninsula. There’s a famous Costa Rican saying, pura vida or pure life, and this tropical hideaway is here to assist you in finding it. Daytime excursions may include a visit to a volcano, surf lessons in Culebra Bay or a visit to the world-class golf course. You can also hang out and observe the monkeys from one of two picture-perfect pools.

On the sunny southwest shores of Maui, nestled into the white sands of Polo Beach, Fairmont Kea Lani Maui glistens underneath bright blue skies. Experience the Hawaiian Islands vacation of your dreams on Wailea’s coveted coast at this all-suite and villa oasis. Soak up the sun from a cabana at the resort’s three main swimming pools. The two lagoon-style pools are connected by a waterslide and offer hours of family fun, whereas the tranquil adults-only serenity pool is located in a separate area, offering a relaxing pool experience. Head on down to the 600-foot white sand beach protected by lava rock outcroppings on either side—a perfect spot for snorkelers too, with its clear water and sandy bottom. During winter months, it’s an ideal location to watch humpback whales breach just off the coast.

Located on Malolo Island, surrounded by crystal clear waters and offering a picture-perfect white sandy beach for guests, Six Senses Fiji is ideal for ocean enthusiasts looking for their own piece of tropical paradise. Malolo Island is a playground for the overwater and underwater adventurer, with year-round Fiji activities including surfing, diving, snorkeling, fishing, kayaking, SUPs and sailing all at your fingertips. At the end of the day, return to one of 24 spacious villas and suites, each with private pools, westerly outlooks over the bay and solar power.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui could stake claim to the island hostess with the mostest. Nestled in a private cove on Motu To’opua, this blissful refuge features Polynesian-inspired villas floating on turquoise seas and views of indigo horizons. Guests can soak and splash in their private overwater infinity pool, lounge in the hammock to watch the sunset or take a late-night dip after dinner. If you’d rather opt for a beach chair or pool cabana, revel in the oversized infinity pool and its captivating sunset views. Take a refreshing break from the heat with your favorite cocktail at the swim-up Tarava Pool Bar.

The tropical delights of Seychelles are here in abundance here at Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas. Unwind in Bill Bensley-designed villas that overlook the Seychelles’ idyllic west coast. Soak up some rays by your endless infinity pool or stroll onto the secluded white sand beach. Wander through the flowered gardens for tranquil moments or let the gentle breeze accompany a signature therapy at Anantara Spa. Discover the beauty of UNESCO World Heritage Site Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve, home to rare black parrot and unique flora and fauna.