You’ve found the perfect person to share the rest of your life with, finally chosen the dress and wedding theme, now it’s time to see where to jet off to for the most starry-eyed escapade of your life. Whether you’re looking for a far-flung exotic locale with crystal-clear waters or want to roam around one of the world’s most romantic cities replete with culture, here are three idyllic honeymoon hotels.
Le Royal Monceau Raffles, Paris
The façade of Le Royal Monceau Raffles
A walk over the Pont des Arts, where couples have declared their commitment with love padlocks, strolling hand-in-hand along the Seine and fawning over each other over a painting are just some of the reasons Paris is a top honeymoon destination.
Il Carpaccio restaurant
Le Royal Monceau Raffles, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is one of the City of Lights’s most romantic hotels enlivened by art and culture. The iconic and historical Parisian palace, which offers guests the choice between three different types of rooms and 11 types of suites, has been transformed with a modern twist.
An originally designed staircase
Le Bar Long
The Katara Suite living room
The Presidential Suite bedroom
The Spa My Blend by Clarins
French Philippe Starck, who drew inspiration from the 40s and 50s, redesigned the hotel. Plus, it’s located on Avenue Hoche, only steps away from the Champs-Elysées, Arc de Triomphe and Parc Monceau.
The terrace at night
Guests have several fine dining choices, including Matsuhisa restaurant, created by the famous Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Il Carpaccio, an Italian Michelin-star eatery. Le Bar Lounge is the place to go to enjoy tapas and drinks in a cosy setting. The luxury hotel also boasts a contemporary haven, the 1,500 m2 first Spa My Blend by Clarins.
For more information, go to http://www.leroyalmonceau.com
Conrad Bora Bora Nui, Bora Bora
Villa Deck Panorama
Nothing spells honeymoon like a picturesque island escape. The peace and calm found between the swaying palm trees and azure waters lends the perfect opportunity to bond with your betrothed and relax after the hurricane-like pre-wedding phase. That’s not to mention those customised candlelit dinners or languid walks by the beach.
Pool View
Resorts’ first property in French Polynesia is magically set in a private cove near Motu To’opua, a small islet off the coast of Bora Bora. The beachfront hotel offers flight and airy tropical garden rooms, beach villas and overwater bungalows, including Bora Bora’s only two-storey overwater accommodations.
Over Water Villa
Amenities like The Hina Spa (with its open air rooms), the infinity pool, complementary aqua activities and Conrad’s signature 1/3/5 experiences that give you insight into the local culture mean there’s a lot to do.
Royal Suite
Corner Bathroom
What’s more, there are several culinary choices and just a short boat ride away, Motu To’opua is the perfect spot for that special romantic dinner.
For more information, check www.boraboranui.conradhotels.com.
Boscolo Venezia, Venice
Italy, Italy, romantica Italy, as well as giving us Verona, Romeo and Juliet’s city, it is home to Venice. Dreamy walks through tight cobbled streets, intimate sunset gondola rides, masked balls and centuries-old gothic Byzantine palazzos makes the ‘lagoon city’ an ideal destination to create the most memorable moments with your significant other.
Boscolo Venezia, a member of Marriott's Autograph Collection, is situated within easy reach of several of the Venice's architecturally significant and historical sites like St. Marks Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
Set within what used to be the Palazzo Rizzo-Patarol mansion, with a façade that dates back to the 1600s, the hotel’s 66 rooms have typical Venetian style high ceilings and period furnishing.
Additionally, the five-star boutique hotel boasts a spa, where you can have a Turkish bath or hydro massage. The Giardino Segreto restaurant has just the right romantic setting for you to enjoy that famous Italian cuisine. Plus, of course, there’s a gorgeous botanical garden that dates back to the 17th century.
For more information, log on to www.boscolohotels.com.
