Couples vacations in Europe

Borgo Santo Pietro

Tuscany, Italy

Best for: Couples, Culture

This stunning boutique hotel located in the heart of the Tuscan countryside exudes charm and history. The lovingly converted 13th century villa, the center of Borgo Santo Pietro, offers guests a luxurious haven in which to relax and unwind.

Casa Angelina

Praiano, Amalfi Coast, Italy

Best for: Beach, Culture, Spa & health

Casa Angelina is a contemporary 39-room boutique hotel set on a cliff with beautiful views over the Amalfi Coast. Whether you want to explore the fascinating coastline, relax on the beach or try delicious local cuisine, Casa Angelina is the ideal choice.

Gleneagles

Perthshire, Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom

Best for: Golf, Adventure, Couples

Think Gleneagles and golf instantly comes to mind, but a stay at Gleneagles is about far more than that. It is a luxury bolthole surrounded by an adventure playground: rolling glens and the fresh Scottish air just waiting to be explored and breathed in.

Grand Hotel Tremezzo

Lake Como, Italian Lakes, Italy

Best for: Couples, Spa & health

Grand Hotel Tremezzo rises majestically above Lake Como. The hotel is unusual as it mixes contemporary and traditional styles effortlessly. Antiques sit beside vivid modern fabrics & the beach club & luxury spa bring this historic hotel right up-to-date.

Kasbah Tamadot

Asni, Atlas Mountains

Best for: Couples, Culture, Off the beaten track

An exquisite Atlas Mountain retreat near Asni, the luxurious, boutique Kasbah Tamadot combines relaxation with adventure in a stylish, indulgent and authentic setting. The image of the hotel's infinity pool is iconic with views across the valley below.

Storfjord Hotel

Norwegian Fjords, Norway

Best for: Adventure, Couples, Off the beaten track, Fishing

Storfjord Hotel, with its panoramic views to the fjord and warm welcome is one of a kind in Norway. Its beautiful décor with sheepskins, tweeds and rough wood, and antiques and knickknacks dotted about give this boutique hotel a charming ambience.

Amanzoe

Porto Heli, The Peloponnese, Greece

Best for: Spa & health, Villa, Beach, Couples

Located on a hilltop overlooking Porto Heli on the east coast of the Peloponnese sits the luxurious Amanzoe. This 38-suite resort and spa offers guests a haven of peace and tranquillity, with panoramic sea views and stunning private beach club.

Finca La Donaira

Montecorto, Andalucia

Best for: Couples, Riding, Off the beaten track, Spa & health

Finca La Donaira, a one-of-a-kind boutique eco-luxury property, is set high in the Andalucian countryside between Seville and Ronda. Unparalleled service, food and outdoor experiences create a perfect contrast to sightseeing in southern Spain.

Loggers Lodge

Harads, Swedish Lapland

Best for: Couples, Off the beaten track, Adventure, Eco/ethical tourism

In the heart of Swedish Lapland lies Loggers Lodge, a warm and welcoming cabin made for two, surrounded by trees, streams and breathtaking scenery. Located 5km from any neighbor, this is the perfect spot for those looking to really get away from it all.

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Best for: Couples, Spa & health

Overlooking rugged lava fields and surrounded by the healing waters of Iceland's iconic Blue Lagoon, The Retreat at Blue Lagoon effortlessly combines nature and luxury to create the ultimate spa destination, perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Sao Lourenco do Barrocal

Monsaraz, Alentejo, Portugal

Best for: Couples, Off the beaten track, Riding

Just two hours east of Lisbon, São Lourenço do Barrocal is a beautiful farm estate in the heart of rural Alentejo. Surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and flower-covered meadows, it's a short distance from medieval Monsaraz and the Roman ruins of Evora.

7 Pines Kempinski Resort

Ibiza, Spain

Dotted along the clifftop of Ibiza’s west coast, 7 Pines is sleek, contemporary and oozes style and elegance. With views over the azure waters of the Mediterranean to the rocky island of Es Vedrà, it boasts excellent amenities in exclusive surrounds.

Finca Cortesin

Andalucia, Spain

Best for: Couples, Culture, Golf, Sailing & surfing

Finca Cortesin is a beautiful, boutique hotel in the south of Spain, set in the lovely Andalucian countryside between Marbella and Sotogrande. Finca Cortesin's spacious suites and impeccable service create the perfect ambience for a luxury vacation.

Grace Santorini, Auberge Resorts Collection

Santorini, Greece

Best for: Couples, Culture

Grace Santorini, Auberge Resorts Collection is a luxurious boutique hotel perched high on the cliffs of this volcanic island, offering spectacular views over the caldera. Located in peaceful Imerovigli, it is one of the most exclusive hotels on Santorini.

Six Senses Kaplankaya

Kaplankaya, Bodrum, Turkey

Best for: Couples, Beach, Diving, Villa

Overlooking the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea on Turkey’s west coast, Six Senses Kaplankaya is a beautiful resort which caters to families and couples and is ideally placed for exploring the region’s impressive archaeological sites and coastline.

Awasi Patagonia

Torres del Paine, Patagonia, Chile

Best for: Adventure, Couples, Eco/ethical tourism, Off the beaten track

Ultra-luxurious, Awasi Patagonia provides an unrivalled base for private excursions into spectacularly wild and remote Torres del Paine National Park, and consists of fourteen stylishly spacious villas with sweeping views and state of the art facilities.

COMO Castello del Nero

Tuscany, Italy

Best for: Couples, Culture, Spa & health

The beautifully converted 12th century COMO Castello del Nero is nestled in the undulating hills of the Chianti region of Tuscany. Siena, Florence and Pisa are just a stone's throw away and you can take your pick from superb local Chianti wineries.

La Sultana

Marrakech, Morocco

Best for: Couples, Culture

The luxury La Sultana is a delightful riad in the very heart of old Marrakech. The hotel is intimate yet spacious and each room has been individually decorated with a quirky blend of traditional and modern styles.

Lily of the Valley

La Croix Valmer, South of France

Lily of the Valley is a peaceful haven nestled between St Tropez and the Riviera in the small town of La Croix Valmer. Overlooking a sandy beach this family-run hotel has a focus on wellness and sport with a wide range of activities and treatments.